Applications are now invited for the CBNU G-Cruit Scholarship at Chungbuk National University (CBNU) in South Korea, offering a full tuition waiver for international students pursuing Master’s, Ph.D., or Integrated Master’s/Ph.D. programs across many fields. This scholarship supports approximately 50 students per semester or 100 per year and is perfect for those seeking to study at a globally recognized institution. Eligible applicants include foreign nationals (with both parents being foreign nationals) who meet academic and language requirements or secure a special recommendation from a CBNU professor listed on the G-Cruit platform.
The scholarship covers full tuition but does not include airfare, dormitory, or stipends, though additional financial aid may be discussed with your advisor. A separate application fee may apply for optional Korean language training for Combined program applicants. No application fee is required for the scholarship itself. Check more BS, MS and PhD positions.
Key Details
- Programs: Master’s, Ph.D., or Integrated Master’s/Ph.D.
- Duration: 4 semesters (Master’s/Ph.D.) or 8 semesters (Integrated program).
- Vacancies: Approximately 50 students per semester.
- Pre-Application Deadline: September 22, 11:59 PM (GMT+9).
- Application Fee: None
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Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the CBNU G-Cruit Scholarship, you must meet either Condition A (all three sub-conditions) or Condition B (special recommendation).
Condition A: Academic and Language Requirements
You must satisfy all of the following:
A-1: Academic Background
Your previous degree must be from a university that meets one of these criteria:
- A university ranked higher than CBNU in world rankings. Chungbuk National University’s Ranking:
- QS ranking : 1001-1200
- THE ranking : 1001-1200
- Edurank ranking : 1503
- A university ranked in the top 10 in its country’s comprehensive rankings.
- Note: If your previous degree is from CBNU, you are not eligible. Degrees from other Korean universities are acceptable.
A-2: Academic Performance
Your overall grades from your previous degree must meet one of these:
- A percentage score of 85% or higher or within the top 15% of your cohort.
- A Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of:
- 3.07/4.0, 3.27/4.3, 3.41/4.5, or 3.79/5.0 or higher.
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A-3: Language Proficiency
You must meet one of these language requirements by September 1, 2025:
- Korean: TOPIK Level 4 or higher.
- English:
- TOEFL: 546 (paper-based), 211 (CBT), or 78 (iBT).
- IELTS: 6.0 or higher.
- Native English speakers from the USA, UK, Canada, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, or Ireland are exempt.
- Note: CEFR certificates or other English proficiency tests are not accepted. If you cannot submit a valid score during the application period, provide a test registration receipt and submit the official score later, or the scholarship will be canceled.
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Condition B: Special Recommendation
If you do not meet all requirements of Condition A, you may still apply if you:
- Are an overseas applicant recommended by a CBNU professor via Form 5: Special Recommendation.
- Are approved by the CBNU President.
Additional Eligibility Notes
- You must apply through the CBNU G-Cruit Pre-Application and the International Only Admission Track managed by CBNU’s Office of International Affairs (OIA).
- You are not eligible if you are part of:
- Global Korea Scholarship (GKS).
- CBNU School of International Studies.
- CBNU Global 3+2 BA-MA Linked program.
- Applicants must be foreign nationals with both parents also being foreign nationals.
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All Fields
1. Humanities and Social Sciences
- Global Business
- Korean Language and Literature
- Korean Linguistics
- Modern Literature
- Classical Literature
- Chinese Language and Literature
- Chinese Linguistics
- Chinese Literature
- Chinese-Korean Interpretation and Translation Studies
- English Language and Literature
- English Linguistics
- English Literature
- Intermediate English Communication
- German Language and Literature
- German Linguistics
- German Literature
- Global Communication (German)
- French Language and Literature
- French Linguistics
- French Literature
- Global Communication (French)
- Russian Language and Literature
- Russian Linguistics
- Russian Literature
- Russian Area Studies
- Russian Translation Literature
- Philosophy (Western & Eastern)
- History (Korean, Asian, Western)
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Political Science and International Relations
- Economics
- Business Administration (Financial Management, Operations Management, Marketing, Organization & Human Resource Management)
- International Business
- Accounting
- Management Information Systems
- Agricultural Economics
- Farm Management
- Education (Educational Psychology and Counseling, History of Education & Philosophy of Education, Educational Administration, Educational Sociology, Curriculum & Educational Technology)
- History Education
- Geography Education
- Social Studies Education
- Ethics Education
- Child Welfare
- Consumer Science
- Law (Public Law, Social Law, Science & Technology Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law & Jurisprudence)
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2. Natural Sciences
- Mathematics and Logic
- Statistics (Information Statistics)
- Physics
- Scientific Instrumentation and Development
- Chemistry (Physical, Organic & Biochemistry, Inorganic & Analytical)
- Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Ecology, Evolution & Environmental Systems Sciences
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Astronomy and Space Science
- Public Astronomical Science
- Earth and Environmental Sciences (Geological Science)
- Agronomy (Crops)
- Agricultural Chemistry
- Industrial Plant Science and Technology
- Forest Science (Forest Resources, Forest Management)
- Agricultural and Rural Engineering (Rural Development, Environmental & Agricultural Water Engineering)
- Biosystems Engineering
- Forest Products (Pulp & Paper Technology, Wood Engineering & Conservation Science)
- Animal Science
- Horticulture
- Food Science and Technology (Food Engineering)
- Plant Pathology
- Applied Entomology
- Science Education (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science)
- Mathematics Education
- Food and Nutrition
- Clothing & Textiles
- Global Fashion Business
- Housing & Interior Design
- Pharmacy (Drug Material, Drug Function)
- Applied Pharmacy (Industrial Pharmacy, Clinical Pharmacy)
- Bio-Artificial Intelligence
- Industrial Cosmetic Science
- Nursing
- Biomedical Convergence (Health Policy & Disease Management, Biomedical R&D Management, Biomedical Research Management, Biomedical Artificial Intelligence)
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3. Engineering
- Civil Engineering (Structural, Hydraulic & Water Resources, Geotechnical, Surveying & Geo-Spatial Information, Construction Management & Systems)
- Architectural Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Safety Engineering
- Engineering Chemistry
- Mechanical & Precision Engineering
- Architecture
- Environmental Engineering
- Urban Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Material Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Information & Communication Engineering
- Radio & Communications Engineering
- Intelligent Systems & Robotics
- Semiconductor Engineering
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Physical Education
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4. Interdisciplinary Programs
- Crisisonomy
- Global Studies on Management & Information Science
- Government Finance Accounting
- Bio-Convergence Future Technology (Technology Management)
- Intellectual Property Smart Convergence
- Biotechnology Industry (Bioactive Drugs, Functional Foods, Bioactive Materials)
- Cultural Heritage Science
- Forest Therapy
- International Agricultural Development (Agricultural Environment, Animal Science, Agricultural Infra & Machinery, Agricultural Economics)
- Big Data
- Safety CPS
- Convergence Security
- Green Energy Engineering
- Disaster Prevention Engineering (Earthquake Disaster Prevention Engineering, Disaster Management)
- Eco-Industrial Convergence
- Urban Regeneration
- Smart Car Engineering
- Interdisciplinary Biomedical Engineering
5. Arts
- Fine Art (Oriental Painting, Western Painting, Sculpture)
- Art Theory
- Design
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6. Medical Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine (Morphological, Functional, Preventive, Clinical, Bioproduct Evaluation)
- Medicine (Anatomy, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Urology, Thoracic Surgery, Parasitology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine, Laboratory Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Orthopedic Surgery, Pathology, Preventive Medicine, Physiology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Radiology, Neuropsychiatry)
- Program in Integrated Medical Science
- Program in Neuroscience
- Precision Medical Science
- Family Medicine
- Clinical Pharmacology
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Application Process
How to Apply
- Online Pre-Application: Submit via the CBNU G-Cruit platform by September 22, 11:59 PM (GMT+9).
- There will be 2 options, 1st one is for the applicants having acceptance from one of the professor and the 2nd option is for those of not have a preferred professor
- A form will appear after selecting the option where you will need to complete some of the information including
- Personal Information
- Academical Information (Check your institute ranking on the given links in the application)
- Application
- Review
Required Documents
- Certificate of (Expected) Graduation (mandatory).
- Transcript (mandatory).
- Statement of Purpose, CV, or Resume (mandatory).
- Official Language Proficiency Certificate (You can select None if you dont have any).
- Form 5: Special Recommendation (optional, required for Condition B applicants).
