KDI School provides extensive scholarship opportunities for international students. All students that are accepted will be considered for a scholarship at KDI School.
Scholarships for International Students
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Global Ambassador Scholarship (GAS)
The Global Ambassador Scholarship is the primary scholarship offered by KDI School for international students. Full scholarship benefits are mostly intended for the nationals from the ODA recipient nations on the OECD DAC List. Nationals from other countries may be eligible for partial scholarships.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the online application by the application deadline. No separate application for scholarship is required.
Admissions Period
Spring & Fall Admissions
- Spring
- Full/Part-time Master's Programs, Full-time Ph.D. Programs
- Fall
- Full-time Master's Program
Benefits
Full tuition waiver and a monthly stipend for most students
Eligibility
Foreign nationals who meet the academic qualification
Program Duration
Master(about 1.5 years, 4 semesters), Ph.D.(at least 3~4 years)
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Seoul G20 Global Leaders Scholarship
The Seoul G20 Global Leaders Scholarship is primarily intended for working professionals in the public sector or potential global leaders. Scholarship decisions are made by the Admissions Committee of the school and the scholarship is awarded to a limited number of students who have demonstrated their potential and excellence throughout the admission process.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the online application along with the supporting documents as outlined in the application guidelines. No separate application for scholarship is required.
Admissions Period
Spring & Fall Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
Eligibility
Foreign nationals who have Bachelor’s degree (or higher) and meet one of the followings
- From G20 Countries
- Having at least 1 year of work experience in the public sector
- From Non-G20 Countries
- Having at least 6 years of work experience in the public sector
- Graduates in Korea Studies Program
- Having a Bachelor’s(or Master’s) degree in Korea Studies regardless of nationality
Program Duration
Master(about 1.5 years, 4 semesters)
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NIIED Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees (GKS-G)
This scholarship is sponsored by the NIIED (National Institute for International Education) and designed to provide higher education in Korea for international students with the aim of promoting international exchange in education and mutual friendship amongst the participating countries.
How to Apply
For 2021 Fall Admissions, the application guideline will be updated in the links bleow:
- NIIED Website > Scholarships > GKS Notice
- https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr/en/main.do
- KDIS Website > Admissions > International > Notice > NIIED-KDIS
- /#/admissions/content/international/notice?contentId=36915
Admissions Period
Every Fall Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend and round-trip airfare, settlement allowance, and departure support
Eligibility
Candidates from countries designated by NIIED
Program Duration
2 years(24 months)
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KOICA-KDIS Scholarship
KOICA Scholarship Program is designed to nurture key leaders in developing countries who can contribute to the socio-economic development of their home countries.
How to Apply
For the 2024-25 Academic year, 2 different KOICA-KDIS Master’s Degree Programs are available for international applicants. Please check the exact application deadline and detailed information in (1) KOICA’s Application Guideline and (2) KDI School’s PI(Program Information) at CIAT Notice.:
http://www.koica.go.kr/sites/ciatKOICA-KDIS Master’s Degree in Trade and Industrial Policy for Innovative Growth and Resilience
Duration
17 months
Number of Participants
15
Application Deadline
TBD
Application Guideline
http://www.koica.go.kr/sites/ciat
KOICA-KDIS Master’s Degree in Sustainable Regional Development
Duration
17 months
Number of Participants
15
Application Deadline
TBD
Application Guideline
http://www.koica.go.kr/sites/ciat
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Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Foundation Scholarship
Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-Koo Foundation supports future global talents who will contribute to the mutual development of ASEAN and Korea. (Please refer to the ‘Special Scholarship(brochure)’ section for details.)
Admissions Period
Spring(Master/Ph.D.) & Fall Admissions(Master)
Benefits
Spring(Master/Ph.D.) & Fall Admissions(Master)
Eligibility
Government officials from the eight ASEAN member states (Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Lao PDR)
Program Duration
Master(about 1 year, 3 semesters), Ph.D(at least 3 years)
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IBK(Industrial Bank of Korea) Scholarship
IBK sponsors scholars from developing countries who work in national banks or those who handle bank-related responsibilities in public organizations or government offices. (Please refer to the ‘Special Scholarship(brochure)’ section for details.)
Admissions Period
Spring & Fall Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
Program Duration
Master(about 1 year, 3 semesters), Ph.D(at least 3 years)
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POSCO Asia Fellowship
POSCO Asia Fellowship is sponsored by the POSCO TJ Park Foundation, which is the world’s leading steel manufacturer. This scholarship contributes to the joint prosperity and establishment of a talent network through the exchange and cooperation in Asia
How to Apply
Updated information for the 2022 Spring Admissions(expected) will be shared in KDI School’s Notice in advance.
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FSS-KFB-KDIS
This scholarship is sponsored by FSS(Financial Supervisory Service of Korea), KFB(Korea Federation of Banks), and KDI School. This aims to contribute bank authorities to the economic and social development of Asian developing countries and support the overseas expansion of domestic banks by networking and promoting cooperative relationships. (Please refer to the ‘Special Scholarship(brochure)’ section for details.)
Admissions Period
Spring Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
Eligibility
Government officials from Asia
Program Duration
About 1 year (3 semesters)
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Colombo Plan Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by FSS(Financial Supervisory Service of Korea), KFB(Korea Federation of Banks), and KDI School. This aims to contribute bank authorities to the economic and social development of Asian developing countries and support the overseas expansion of domestic banks by networking and promoting cooperative relationships. (Please refer to the ‘Special Scholarship(brochure)’ section for details.)
Admissions Period
Spring Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
Eligibility
Government officials from 20 Colombo-Plan member countries
Program Duration
About 1 year (3 semesters)
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MIPD Scholarship
MIPD Scholarship enables students to acquire a broader and deeper knowledge of the principles and sources of intellectual property(IP) law. The collaboration between WIPO(World Intellectual Property Organization) the Government of Korea through KIPO(Korean Intellectual Property Office) and KDI School ensures students to obtain a global perspective and professional expertise in IP and Policy Development.
How to Apply
All overseas students who meet the required qualifications can apply during KDI School's online application period. (Please refer to 2022 Spring KDI School’s Application Guideline.)
Admissions Period
Spring Admissions(Master only)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and round-trip airfare
Eligibility
All overseas students who meet the required qualification
Program Duration
About 1 year (3 semesters)
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