For those international students who seek master’s programs and would like to study in South Korea, the opportunities are plentiful. But the current available opportunity is fabulous and most attractive in all senses of the word and from all aspects. It is none other than the 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship. The scholarship aims to cultivate exceptional individuals who will contribute to the future industries of Seoul. Under the Seoul Tech Scholarship, outstanding students from across the globe will be supported to pursue their master’s degrees in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Seoul, South Korea. If you have been passionate about studying in South Korea, and your field is STEM, this opportunity is set to make a mark with you since it is fully funded.
2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship – Details
Regarding the Seoul Tech Scholarship 2026, it is funded by the Seoul Scholarship Foundation, established in 2010, which is committed to identifying and supporting talented and exceptional students across Seoul by offering scholarships to those who are in financial hardship.
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The foundation promotes equitable access to quality education guided by the belief that education is a fundamental right and civic responsibility. It seeks to empower students who have limited resources to achieve their academic goals and develop into future leaders.
The application period is now open for the 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship by the Seoul Metropolitan Government Economic Cooperation Fund. Interested candidates should meet the eligibility requirements and apply according to the instructions.
About the Seoul Tech Scholarship (STS)
- The 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship Program has been designed to support exceptional students from all countries in completing their master’s degrees at graduate schools in Seoul. The program aims to nurture exceptional students who will later (after graduation) contribute to the city’s future industries
- Field of Selection – The master’s studies will be conducted in the field of STEM at nine universities in Seoul
- Support Period – It will be up to 2 years. It will be renewable every 6 months after program commencement
- Financial Support -Successful candidates will be provided with full tuition coverage for their master’s program (such as admission and tuition fees), academic incentives (such as health insurance premiums, living expenses, and airfare)
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Participating Universities in the Seoul Tech Scholarship
- Kyung Hee University
- Konkuk University
- Korea University
- Sogang University
- Seoul National University
- Seoul National University of Science and Technology
- University of Seoul
- Sungkyunkwan University
- Soongsil University
Eligibility Criteria for the Seoul Tech Scholarship (STS)
- International students are eligible. The applicants and their parents must not be Korean nationals
- They must be bachelor’s degree holders (or expected graduates) aged 40 or under
- The applicants aim to pursue a master’s degree in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in South Korea
- They must hold a minimum GPA 80% (2.64/4.0) or higher
Financial Coverage for the 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship
- Approximately 30 students will be awarded the scholarship
- And up to 5 applications may be chosen per country
- Successful candidates will be offered full coverage for the master’s degree program (admission and tuition fees will be covered)
- Academic incentives (living expenses, one-way airfare, and health insurance premiums)
- Support period will be up to 2 years
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Required Documents
- Personal Statement
- Application Form
- Letter of Recommendation
- Study Plan
- Applicant Agreement
- Academic Transcript
- Consent to Collect and Use Personal Information
- Certificate of Graduation
- Apostille Confirmation
- Nationality Verification Documents
- Certificate of Achievement (If Applicable)
- Official Language Proficiency Certificate
Deadline for Applications
The last date to submit the applications online is 6th March 2026, whereas the postal submission of the application closing date is 25th March 2026.
How to Apply for the 2026 Seoul Tech Scholarship?
Interested individuals and those who are eligible should apply directly to the Seoul Metropolitan Government through the online application portal and by postal admission to the address as follows:
Seoul Scholarship Foundation
2nd Floor, 163 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
South Korea, Zip Code: 04130
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