Up to 8 semesters for Undergraduate; 4 semesters for Masters/PhD
Deadline
Late March for Fal
Level
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
Acceptance
Varies by department (Approx. 15-25% for scholarship recipients)
Difficulty
High
✨ Should I Apply for Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) International Student Scholarship?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
72%
Eligibility Match
18%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
30–45 hrs
Time Required
Competitive
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Varies from 10% to 100% of tuition fees
⏱
Duration
Up to 8 semesters for Undergraduate; 4 semesters for Masters/PhD
🗓
Deadline
Late March for Fall intake; Late September for Spring intake
🔬
Fields
All academic fields offered at SKKU including Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies based on annual budget and applicant quality
🌏
Study Country
South Korea
🏛️
Provider
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)
📊
Acceptance
Varies by department (Approx. 15-25% for scholarship recipients)
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) offers a variety of entrance and merit-based scholarships for international students. The scholarships are designed to attract top-tier global talent by covering a significant portion of tuition fees. For graduate students, additional opportunities such as the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) and Research Assistantships are often integrated with university support.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to international students applying for regular degree programs who demonstrate high academic achievement and meet language requirements (TOPIK or English tests).
🏛️ Host University
Sungkyunkwan University
🤝 Sponsor
Sungkyunkwan University / Samsung Foundation
🔬 Fields of Study
All academic fields offered at SKKU including Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
✨ Key Benefits
Provides a range of tuition waivers from 10% to 100% for the first semester, with continued support based on academic performance in subsequent semesters.
🎯 Target Students
International Students
🏷 Tags
South KoreaSKKUTuition WaiverInternational StudentsSamsung Scholarship
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies by year
Applicants Last Year
Varies by year
Winners
Varies by department (Approx. 15-25% for scholarship recipients)
Acceptance Rate
Competitive
Competition Level
Win Probability
18%
Match Score
72%
Competition
75%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
10% to 100% depending on admission rank and GPA
Living Stipend
Varies (Only provided for specific programs like GKS or Samsung Global Scholarship)
Total Award
Varies from 10% to 100% of t
✈️ Travel: Check official website (Typically not provided for institutional scholarships)🏠 Accommodation: Check official website (Usually not included in standard admission scholarships)💊 Health Insurance: Mandatory for students; costs may be reimbursed for specific graduate-level research assistants🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: 100,000 KRW to 150,000 KRW
🎓 Tuition Coverage
10% to 100% depending on admission rank and GPA
🏠 Living Stipend
Varies (Only provided for specific programs like GKS or Samsung Global Scholarship)
🏡 Accommodation
Check official website (Usually not included in standard admission scholarships)
✈️ Travel Allowance
Check official website (Typically not provided for institutional scholarships)
💊 Health Insurance
Mandatory for students; costs may be reimbursed for specific graduate-level research assistants
🎁 Other Benefits
Priority for on-campus housing applications and access to global lounge facilities
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Maintaining a minimum GPA (usually 3.0/4.5 or 3.5/4.5 depending on the tier)
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Non-Korean citizens with excellent academic records and language proficiency scores
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
📊 Minimum GPA
3.0 out of 4.5 or equivalent
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL iBT 80+, or equivalent
🎂 Age Limit
None for university scholarships; 25-40 for GKS tracks
💼 Work Experience
Not required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred for holistic review but not mandatory
💰 Financial Need
Not the primary factor for merit-based scholarships
🎯 Target Students
International Students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Statement of Purpose and Study Plan)
Rec Letters
Yes (Usually 1-2 for graduate applicants)
Interview
Varies by department (Common for Graduate School)
Application Fee
100,000 KRW to 150,000 KRW
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Yes (Usually 1-2 for graduate applicants) Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL iBT 80+, or equivalent
Interview: Varies by department (Common for Graduate School)
Min GPA: 3.0 out of 4.5 or equivalent
📋 Application Process
Submit a high TOPIK score (Level 5 or 6) even for English-track programs to increase scholarship eligibility chances.
💡 Insider Tip: Highlight any research experience for graduate applications, as SKKU is a research-intensive university heavily supported by Samsung.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
March for Fall; September for Spring
⏰ Deadline
Late March for Fall intake; Late September for Spring intake
🎤 Interview
Varies by department (Common for Graduate School)
🎓 Study Starts
September (Fall Semester) or March (Spring Semester)
March for Fall; September for Spring
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
Late March for Fall intake; Late September for Spring intake
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
Varies by department (Common for Graduate School)
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September (Fall Semester) or March (Spring Semester)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence, language proficiency, Statement of Purpose, and potential for future contribution to the university's global ranking.
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Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) International Student ScholarshipCurrent
Open to international students applying for regular degree programs who demonstrate high academic achievement and meet language requirements (TOPIK or English tests).
This scholarship covers: Provides a range of tuition waivers from 10% to 100% for the first semester, with continued support based on academic performance in subsequent semesters.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is Late March for Fall intake; Late September for Spring intake. Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Competitive. Acceptance rate: Varies by department (Approx. 15-25% for scholarship recipients). Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL iBT 80+, or equivalent, Yes (Usually 1-2 for graduate applicants) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.