Study in Korea
The Korean Education Center in Chicago accepts applications for scholarship programs that are hosted or sponsored by the Korean Government.
If your school is located in the Midwest (IL, IN, WI, MI, MN, KY, KS, IA, OH, MO, NE, SD, ND), you can apply for those programs through our office.
GKS-G (Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees)
1. Program Objectives
Global Korea Scholarship is designed to provide international students with opportunities to study at higher educational institutions in Korea at graduate-level degrees, which will enhance international education exchange and deepen mutual friendship between Korea and participating countries.
2. Period of Scholarship
◦ Master’s: 1 yr. of Korean language + 2 yrs of a degree program
◦ Doctoral: 1 yr. of Korean language + 3 yrs of a regular degree program
3. Eligibility
o Nationality: Applicants and their parents must not hold Korean Citizenship.
o Age: Under 40 years of age.
o Degree Requirements: Applicants must hold or must be expecting to hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree
o Grades: An applicant must maintain the overall grade point of average(CGPA) equivalent to or higher
o Health: An applicant must be in a good health, both mentally and physically, to study in Korea for the full duration of the program.
4. Submission for the Midwest USA applicants: The Chicago Korean Education Center, 9810 Capitol Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090 or EMAIL a scanned file to kec.chicago@gmail.com
5. GKS-G official website: www.studyinkorea.go.kr -> Scholarships -> GKS
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Study in Korea (한국유학 종합시스템)
run by Korean Government
The official brand for studying abroad in Korea, providing promotions and guidance on studying in Korea for international students.
- Organizing Education Fairs in various countries overseas
- Offering a one-step services for studying in Korea, from information to easy online applications on the Study in Korea website
- Operating the international Student Service Center for personalized consultations
National Institute for International Education (NIIED)
국립국제교육원
The government agency under the Ministry of Education, plays a key role in fostering global talent and promoting international education exchange. Its main programs include Study in Korea, GKS, and TOPIK.
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