The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has opened applications for the 2026 KOICA Scholarship Program for interested and qualified students from developing partner countries.
The KOICA Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity covering tuition, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare, settlement allowance, university housing, and national health insurance for successful candidates to study in the Republic of Korea.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Korea
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $9,000 Stipend/Year | $1,500 Settlement Allowance | $750 Completion Grant | Housing | Health Insurance
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: December 2, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Korean Government KOICA Scholarship Program welcomes applications from international students who are qualified, motivated, and eager to pursue postgraduate studies in top Korean universities.
The KOICA Scholarship was established by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) to help students from developing countries gain advanced education and professional expertise in Korea. The program aims to strengthen human resource development and contribute to the sustainable growth of participating nations.
Courses are specifically designed to address the development priorities of partner countries, including areas such as Gender Equality, Public Management, e-Government, and Global Education, in alignment with Korea’s international cooperation goals.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible developing country.
- Be in good physical and mental health.
- Be under 40 years old as of February 1, 2026.
- Have proficiency in English (courses are taught in English).
- Be a civil servant or professional officially recommended by their government.
- Have at least 2 years of relevant professional experience for Master’s programs or 3 years for Doctorate programs.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the KOICA Scholarship 2026 will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend of approximately 999,000 KRW (USD 750)
- Round-trip international airfare
- Settlement allowance: 600,000 KRW (Master’s) or 1,200,000 KRW (Doctorate)
- University housing
- National health insurance
- Support for academic and cultural activities
- Completion grant: 300,000 KRW (Master’s) or 600,000 KRW (Doctorate)
Eligible Programs
The KOICA Scholarship covers the following degree programs:
- Master’s in Public Management and Administrative Reform
- Master’s in Global Education Leadership
- Master’s in Smart City Management and Technology
- Master’s in Tax and Fiscal Policy
- Master’s in Gender Equality
How to Apply
To apply for the KOICA Scholarship 2026, interested and eligible applicants should:
- Visit the official KOICA Scholarship webpage.
- Carefully review the eligibility requirements and program details.
- Submit all required application documents before the deadline.
- Wait for official feedback from the KOICA selection committee.
The selection process is based on the applicant’s academic background, motivation, professional experience, and relevance of the chosen program to their country’s development goals.
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