UST South Korea Scholarship – 2026 (Fully Funded)

UST South Korea Scholarship

The University of Science and Technology (UST) in South Korea has officially opened applications for the Spring 2026 intake. UST is one of the leading research-focused institutions in Korea, hosting over 30 specialized institutes. It offers fully funded scholarships for Master’s, PhD, and Master’s leading to PhD programs, making it a highly attractive destination for international students.

While it is recommended to contact professors in your field of interest to strengthen your chances of selection, this is not mandatory. Even without prior contact, applicants can still be considered during later stages of interviews. The scholarship is open to candidates from all nationalities (except Korean citizens).

Key Details of UST South Korea Scholarship 2026

• Host Country: South Korea

• Host University: University of Science and Technology (UST)

• Location: Daejeon

• Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, Master’s leading to PhD

• Funding: Fully Funded

• Application Deadline: October 16, 2025

Scholarship Coverage

The UST Scholarship provides the following benefits:

• University admission and registration fee covered

• Full tuition fee waiver

• Monthly Stipend:

  • Master’s: KRW 1,430,000 per month

  • PhD: KRW 1,900,000 per month

• Comprehensive health insurance and accident insurance

• Access to E-library and student counseling services

• Overseas training and exchange programs

• Research Paper Awards and Excellence Awards upon graduation

• Coverage for Korean language course fees

Available Fields of Study

To find the right major at UST:

1. Visit the official UST Major Page.

2. Search for majors aligned with your academic background and interests.

3. Review the list of professors connected to your chosen field.

4. Carefully read the descriptions, as some institutes may offer overlapping research areas.

5. Contacting professors is highly recommended before applying to strengthen your profile.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Open to all international students (Korean citizens are not eligible).

• Applicants must submit all required documents through the online system.

• For Master’s programs: a Bachelor’s degree must be completed.

• For PhD programs: a Master’s degree must be completed or expected before enrollment.

Required Documents

• Bachelor’s degree certificate or certificate of expected graduation

• Official Bachelor’s transcript

• Master’s degree certificate or certificate of expected graduation (PhD applicants only)

• Official Master’s transcript

• Master’s thesis (for PhD applicants)

• Study Plan / Research Proposal

• Letter(s) of Recommendation

Application Process

1. Visit the UST Admission System at apply.ust.ac.kr.

2. Create an account and sign up.

3. Select the appropriate admission category.

4. Complete the application form and upload all required documents.

5. Pay the application fee of USD 30 or KRW 35,000.

Official Application Link

APPLY FOR THE UST SOUTH KOREA SCHOLARSHIP