SCHOLARAHIP SUMMARY

• Organiser: Korea Foundation (K.F.)
• Programme Language: Korean or English
• Eligible Countries: All nations excluding North America, Europe, and Japan
• Host Country: Universities located outside of Korea
• Study Level: M.A. and Ph.D.
• Field: Korea-related studies or research topics in humanities, social sciences, arts, and cultural studies
• Application Deadline: September 12, 2025 (18:00 KST)
• Result Announcement Dates: November 2025 (subject to change)

ELIGIBILTY CRITERIA

All applicants must meet these requirements:

• You must be an M.A. or Ph.D. in humanities, social sciences, arts, cultural studies, or related fields focusing on Korea.
• Must be enrolled (or about to enrol) as a full-time student outside of Korea.
• Students in professional training programmes (e.g., MBA, law, interpretation) are not eligible.
• Must not hold a Ph.D. degree.
• Must hold citizenship or permanent residency in a country outside of Korea.
• Korean citizens must have permanent residency outside of Korea as of August 2024.

BENEFITS

• Financial Support: The scholarship amount varies depending on the region, but for Afghanistan, $1,200 for M.A. students and $2,000 for Ph.D. students provide significant financial assistance to cover tuition and living expenses.
• Recognition: Scholars will receive recognition from the Korea Foundation, enhancing their academic profile.
• Networking Opportunities: Scholars may connect with other recipients and professionals in the field, fostering a global academic network focused on Korean studies.

Please visit here for more application information.