International students seeking fully funded postgraduate study opportunities in South Korea can explore the GIST Scholarship 2027 at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST).
The university is accepting applications for its graduate programmes for the 2027 admission cycle, providing opportunities for students interested in science, technology, engineering, artificial intelligence and computer science.
The scholarship is designed to support eligible international graduate students through a combination of tuition support, monthly allowances and other benefits. Available programmes include Master of Science (M.S.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Integrated M.S./Ph.D. programmes.
The application deadline is 7 October 2026, making early preparation important for prospective applicants.
About GIST:
The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology is a research-focused university in South Korea with an emphasis on science and technological innovation.
GIST offers graduate-level education and research across areas connected to science, engineering and emerging technologies. Its programmes can be particularly relevant to students planning careers in research, academia, technology and advanced engineering.
International applicants interested in artificial intelligence, computer science, engineering and other STEM disciplines can explore the graduate programmes available for the 2027 admission cycle.
Available Graduate Programmes:
The GIST Scholarship 2027 is available for several graduate study routes.
GIST Scholarship Benefits:
Eligible international students can receive several forms of financial and practical support through the GIST graduate scholarship and associated student support arrangements.
The listed benefits include:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly student allowance
- Meal allowance
- Additional support for eligible international students based on academic performance
- Research assistantship opportunities- On-campus housing
- Health insurance support
- Annual health checkup
- One-way flight reimbursement for eligible international students
The exact level and conditions of financial support can depend on GIST’s current regulations and the student’s circumstances. Applicants should therefore carefully review the official admission guidelines before making plans based on individual benefits.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is intended for international students seeking graduate-level education at GIST.
Prospective applicants should have an academic background that meets the requirements of their selected graduate programme. Since individual departments and programmes may have specific academic expectations, applicants should carefully check the official admission regulations.
Students should also review the requirements concerning previous degrees, academic records, English proficiency, application documents and other admission conditions.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily mean that an applicant will be admitted, as graduate admissions may involve academic evaluation and competition for available places.
Apply: https://gist.ac.kr/mini