Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Non-Korean applicants who are enrolled in or have graduated from universities in the eligible countries, admitted to SNU and applying to a participating college or school. The eligible countries and colleges change each semester, so check the current list.

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About this opportunity

SNU gives tuition exemption and a monthly stipend to about 20 excellent foreign graduate students a year. Colleges choose recipients from the admission documents.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Non-Korean applicants who are enrolled in or have graduated from universities in the eligible countries, admitted to SNU and applying to a participating college or school. The eligible countries and colleges change each semester, so check the current list.
2. Note the deadline. Each admission period (tick "Application for Scholarship" on the online SNU graduate admission application) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
5. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)?

Non-Korean applicants who are enrolled in or have graduated from universities in the eligible countries, admitted to SNU and applying to a participating college or school. The eligible countries and colleges change each semester, so check the current list.

What does Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS) cover?

Full tuition exemption for up to 4 semesters plus living expenses of at least 500,000 KRW a month (varies by major); about 20 recipients

When is the deadline for Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)?

Each admission period (tick "Application for Scholarship" on the online SNU graduate admission application) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)?

Host countries: South Korea.

What documents do I need for Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the Seoul National University Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS) application?

Medium: SNU admission application (scholarship box ticked)