- Enjoy a Satisfying Korean Life as a GKS Scholar
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2023 GKS(KGSP)-G Application Guideline (~3/31) /Arranged by Kim Ji-woo |
Dongguk University’s application guidelines for Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) have been announced. GKS is designed to provide international students with opportunities to study at higher educational institutions in Korea. By pursuing academic degrees, the program will enhance international education exchange and deepen mutual friendships between countries. In 2023, the Korean Government’s GKS program invites 1,300 international students who wish to pursue a graduate-level degree such as master’s, doctoral, or research in Korea.
Since GKS divided the available Korean universities by type, Dongguk university is in Type A. Additionally, there are no additional documents required for Dongguk University. Documents screening is all for the selection process. However, a telephone interview could be conducted if it is necessary. The academic scholarship will be awarded to GKS students who achieved the highest GPA among GKS students. There is no language eligibility required when you apply for a GKS scholarship. Additionally, all students except the Global MBA department must submit TOPIK level 5 for their graduation requirements. Some departments accept English test scores to replace TOPIK.
Check out the guidelines and files to learn about the list of countries invited to apply to the GKS program, qualifications, available majors, application procedures, application forms, and further-more. To be selected as a GKS grantee, an applicant must successfully pass the 1st round of selection managed by the Korean embassy where he/she holds citizenship or NIIED-designated Korean universities. After graduation, GKS alumni actively working in various fields, such as professors, employment at domestic and overseas companies, and running their private businesses. Visit Dongguk University’s website for detailed information.
Kim Ji-woo jw.kim@dgu.ac.kr