Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
المعهد الكوري المتقدم للعلوم والتكنولوجيا (KAIST)
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KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) in Daejeon is Korea's first research university for science and engineering, with most programmes taught in English. International students admitted to graduate study receive a scholarship covering tuition, a monthly stipend and health insurance.
Information last verified: November 2, 2026Official source
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KAIST International Graduate Admission Scholarship in Korea – Fall 2027
Master, PhDFully Funded23 majorsFebruary 5, 2027
Life and living
South Korea
Life and living
South Korea
Studying and living in South Korea
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in South Korea (2026/2027): • National Universities: 2,000 to 4,500 USD per semester (approximately 2.6M to 5.8M KRW). • Private Universities: 3,500 to 7,500 USD per semester (Humanities: 4M–5M KRW; Engineering and Sciences: 6M–8M KRW). Living Expenses & Financial Proof: • Average living costs: 700 to 1,100 USD per month (~900,000 to 1,400,000 KRW) including university dormitories which cost 300–500 USD/month, food, and transport. • Financial proof for D-2 Student Visa: Bank statement verifying approximately 20,000 USD for universities in the Seoul Capital Area, or 18,000 USD for regional universities.
Working while studying
Work During Studies: • D-2 visa holders can work part-time up to 20–25 hours per week during term time (extended to 30 hours for students with TOPIK Level 4+), and unlimited hours during summer and winter breaks with university and immigration approval. • Minimum hourly wage: ~9,860 to 12,000 KRW. Post-Study Work & Settlement: • Graduates can switch to the D-10 Job Seeker Visa, allowing up to 2 full years to secure employment in South Korea. • Successful candidates convert to the E-7 Professional Employment Visa or F-2 Points-Based Resident Visa, leading to permanent residency pathways for STEM talent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full tuition waiver, Monthly stipend, National health insurance, Global Presidential Scholarship: ₩1,000,000 a month, Prestige Scholarship (PhD): ₩300,000 a month.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
The latest deadline we have is February 5, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online application, University transcripts and degree certificates, Study plan and statement of purpose, Recommendation letters, Passport copy.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.kaist.ac.kr. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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