Seoul Tech Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship, a fully funded master’s scholarship program offered by the Seoul Scholarship Foundation under the Seoul Metropolitan Government. This prestigious opportunity supports outstanding international students in pursuing master’s degrees in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) at leading graduate schools in Seoul, South Korea.

The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition and admission fees, monthly living expenses (stipend), health insurance premiums, and one-way airfare to Korea. There is no application fee mentioned for this program. It is open to eligible international applicants (non-Korean nationals, including those without Korean-parent nationality restrictions lifted for 2026), with approximately 30 recipients selected globally (up to 5 per country). The application deadline is March 6, 2026 (4:00 PM KST for online submission), with programs starting in the second semester of 2026 (September intake). You can check out more Internships, BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Level: Master’s degree
• Fields: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
• Start Date: Second semester 2026 (September)
• Age Limit: Applicants must be 40 years old or younger
• Nationality: Open to all international students (no restrictions on nationality for 2026; excludes those with Korean nationality or Korean parents)
• Application Fee: None
• Application Period: December 22, 2025 – March 6, 2026 (online via Google Forms; postal documents by March 25)

What This Scholarship Offers:

• Full tuition and admission fees covered for the master’s program.
• Monthly living stipend to cover accommodation, food, and daily expenses.
• Health insurance premiums fully paid.
• One-way airfare to Seoul for relocation.
• Access to settlement and integration programs, including Korean language and culture courses.
• Networking events with Korean scholars and peers.
• Opportunities for collaborative research and volunteer activities.
• Tailored counseling for future career paths, including job placement or starting a business in Korea.
• Immersion in Seoul’s innovative ecosystem, gaining exposure to cutting-edge research and global industry connections.

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Eligibility Criteria

• International students (non-Korean nationals; no Korean nationality or Korean parents).
• Age 40 or younger at the time of application.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated growth potential.
• Scheduled to enroll (or apply for admission) in a participating Seoul-based graduate school’s master’s program starting September 2026.
• Pursuing studies in STEM fields at designated universities (e.g., Konkuk University, Kyung Hee University, Korea University, Seoul National University, Seoul National University of Science and Technology, University of Seoul, Sogang University, Sungkyunkwan University, Soongsil University).
• Additional points awarded for TOPIK certification, alignment of research topic with Seoul’s future industries, and nationality diversity.

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Available Majors

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering / Sciences
• Robotics and Automation
• Biotechnology and Life Sciences
• Physics and Materials Science
• Metaverse Convergence
• And many more (full list includes over 90 majors; check university-specific departments in the detailed recruitment table).

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How to Apply

1. Submit your online application via Google Forms during the period (December 22, 2025 – March 6, 2026, until ~4:00 PM KST). Use the link mentioned Below.
2. Prepare and send required supporting documents by post (deadline: March 25, 2026) to: Seoul Scholarship Foundation, 2nd Floor, 163 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Zip: 04130).
3. Undergo multi-stage review: Initial screening, university-specific evaluation (April–June), final deliberation (June), and results announcement (July).
4. If selected, follow enrollment instructions for your assigned graduate school.

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