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The Graduate School of Korean Studies, the Academy of Korean Studies, is seeking applications from international students for 2026 fall semester. Those who wish to grow to be Korean specialists are welcome to apply.
A. Programs: Master's degree program, Doctoral degree program
B. Majors: 13 majors in humanities and social sciences related to Korea
C. Scholarship Benefits for International Students
1) Tuition fees are fully exempt for all students, for 2 years for Master's students and 3 years for doctoral degree students.
2) 15 new students per semester will be given a Government Grant, monthly stipend of 800,000 KRW per month for one year, renewable upon evaluation.
D. Eligibility
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Classifications
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Nationality
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Foreigners or Koreans residents overseas |
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Educational Background
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Bachelor's degree or Master's degree |
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Language Proficiency
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Applicants for Korean Cultural Studies*
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An English language proficiency score equivalent to or higher than: TOEFL iBT 180 or 4.5, IELTS Academis Module 6.5, TEPS 301
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Submission of a TOPIK score is optional, but it will be favorably considered. |
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Applicants for programs other than Korean Cultural Studies
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TOPIK level 4 or higher
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* The Korean Cultural Studies major is available exclusively as a Master's program.
E. Application Period: 10:00 Mon 9 March ~ 17:00 Fri 20 March 2026 (Korean Standard Time)
You can apply online at www.studyinkorea.go.kr. For more details, please see the attached Application Guidelines. Queries should be addressed to admission_intl@aks.ac.kr or +82-31-730-8183/8187.
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