Seoul National University Undergraduate Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)

Seoul National University (SNU), ranked 31st globally (QS World University Rankings 2025), offers fully funded scholarships for international undergraduate students in 2026. These scholarships cover tuition, living expenses, and more, enabling you to study at one of Asia’s top universities. Below are the key details, eligibility, and application steps for SNU’s undergraduate scholarships. Click here to check out Seoul National University Graduate Scholarships 2026.

Why Choose SNU?

• Top-Tier Education: Study at a globally recognized institution in Seoul, South Korea.
• Fully Funded: Scholarships cover tuition, living costs, and airfare.
• Diverse Disciplines: Programs include:
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Korean Language & Literature, History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology.
  • Natural Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Mathematics.
  • Engineering: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering.
  • Business: Business Administration.
  • Arts: Music, Fine Arts, Design.
  • Others: Agriculture, Education, Human Ecology, Veterinary Medicine.

Scholarship Programs

SNU offers scholarships before/during admission and after admission. Here’s a concise overview.

Scholarships Before or During Admission

1. Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

• Who Can Apply: International students applying for SNU undergraduate programs.
• Benefits:
  • Full tuition waiver (8 semesters).
  • Monthly stipend: KRW 1,133,330.
  • Round-trip economy airfare.
  • 1-year Korean language training (mandatory; requires TOPIK Grade 3 to start degree).
  • Medical insurance, settlement expenses.
• Application Period: September 2025.
• How to Apply: Apply via Korean embassies; embassies select, then National Institute for International Education (NIIED) finalizes.
• Contact: snuadmit2@snu.ac.kr, +82-2-880-6971.
• Reference: STUDY in KOREA.

2. Overseas Koreans Scholarship

• Who Can Apply: Overseas Korean students pursuing undergraduate degrees at SNU.
• Benefits:
  • Full tuition waiver (up to 8 semesters, if conditions met).
  • Monthly stipend: KRW 900,000 (up to 8 semesters).
  • Round-trip economy airfare.
  • 6-month Korean language training fee exemption.
  • Medical insurance.
• Application Period: February/March 2026.
• How to Apply: Apply via Overseas Koreans Foundation and Korean embassies; embassies select, then Foundation finalizes.
• Contact:
  • SNU: intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr, +82-2-880-2519.
  • Overseas Koreans Foundation: scholarship@okf.or.kr, +82-64-786-0274.

Scholarships After Admission

1. Glo-Harmony Scholarship

• Who Can Apply: Students from DAC list developing countries.
• Benefits:
  • Full tuition waiver (up to 8 semesters).
  • Monthly stipend: KRW 600,000.
• Application Period: January/July 2026.
• How to Apply: Apply via SNU’s Office of International Affairs (OIA); OIA selects, Samsung Foundation finalizes.
• Contact: intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr, +82-2-880-2519.

2. GKS for Self-Financed Students

• Who Can Apply: Self-financed students in 2nd–4th year with GPA ≥80/100.
• Benefits: KRW 6,000,000/year (KRW 500,000/month) for ~12 months.
• Application Period: February 2026.
• How to Apply: Submit documents to SNU’s OIA; NIIED finalizes selections.
• Contact: intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr, +82-2-880-2519.

3. Korean War Memorial Foundation Scholarship

• Who Can Apply: Descendants of Korean War foreign veterans.
• Benefits:
  • Full tuition waiver.
  • Dormitory fee support.
  • Monthly stipend: KRW 500,000.
• How to Apply: Apply via SNU college; OIA and Korean War Memorial Foundation finalize.
• Contact: hosu14@gmail.com, +82-2-792-1950.

General Eligibility Requirements

• Nationality: Non-Korean citizenship (applicant and parents).
• Academic Qualifications: High school diploma equivalent to Korean high school education.
• Language: TOPIK Grade 3 required for GKS within 1 year; English (TOEFL iBT 80+, IELTS 6.0+) may be needed for some programs.
• Other: Strong academic record; no concurrent scholarships.

Application Process

1. Check Details: Visit SNU’s scholarships page.
2. Prepare Documents:
   • Application form (via admissions portal).
   • Personal statement, study plan.
   • Two recommendation letters.
   • High school transcripts, diploma (translated, notarized).
   • Passport copies, proof of nationality.
3. Apply:
   • GKS/Overseas Koreans: Via embassies or designated organizations.
   • SNU Admission: Via admissions portal; check “Apply for Scholarship” box.
   • Fee: KRW 90,000.
4. Submit: Upload documents or send to SNU’s OIA.
5. Results: Check SNU’s website or OIA for decisions.

Key Deadlines:

• SNU Admission: July 7–10, 2025 (Spring 2026).
• GKS: September 2025.
• Overseas Koreans: February/March 2026.
• Others: January/July or February 2026.

Source: SNU Office of International Affairs