Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
معهد أولسان الوطني للعلوم والتكنولوجيا (UNIST)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
UNIST is a government-funded research institute in Ulsan, founded in 2007 (first students in 2009) and recognised in 2015 as one of Korea's four national science and technology institutes. All courses are taught in English, across engineering, information and biotechnology, natural sciences and an AACSB-accredited business school; it ranks 299th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. UNIST hosts Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) students at undergraduate (embassy track) and graduate level.
Information last verified: November 4, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Undergraduate tuition per semester: KRW 2,795,500 for business and KRW 3,316,500 for science and engineering (official registration page, updated 2026). Graduate tuition is KRW 3,840,000 per semester per the fall 2026 guideline, waived or reimbursed for Government and UNIST scholarship students. Application fee KRW 50,000.
Admission for international students
Admission for international students
Undergraduate: apply through the Study in Korea website in a single annual round (fall 2026 ran 8 December 2025 to 23 January 2026), choosing the engineering or business track and declaring a major at the end of the first year; an official TOEFL, IELTS, TEPS or TOEIC report is required. Fall 2027 guidelines are announced but dates are not yet published. Graduate: apply at admg-intl.unist.ac.kr in spring and fall rounds (fall 2026 ran 6-15 April 2026) with an English test taken within two years and an English study plan.
Official admission announcementLife 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.
Faculties and programmes
15 faculties · 17 programmes
Faculties and programmes
15 faculties · 17 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Mechanical Engineering
Department of Civil, Urban, Earth, and Environmental Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Science
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Materials Science & Engineering
School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Chemical Engineering
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Department of Biomedical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biomedical Engineering
Department of Industrial Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Industrial Engineering
Department of Biological Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Biology
Department of Electrical Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Electrical Engineering
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence
MasterPhDENEnglish- Artificial Intelligence
Graduate School of Health Science and Technology
MasterPhDENEnglish- Biomedical Engineering
Department of Physics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Physics
Department of Mathematical Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Mathematics
Department of Chemistry
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Chemistry
School of Business Administration
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Business Management
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Undergraduate Studies
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) for Master's and PhD Studies 2027
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://www.unist.ac.kr/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.unist.ac.kr/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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