Professor-funded Scholarships 2027 (Full Tuition)

Funding
Full Tuition
Level
Master's · PhD
Nationality
All Nationalities
Offered by
Korean Universities

Professor-funded graduate support in South Korea connects students with faculty research projects and laboratory positions. Funding can come from government projects, companies, research institutes or charities. Available positions, eligibility and benefits vary by university and research group.

Professor-funded Scholarships Coverage

This government full tuition scholarship for international students covers the following:

  • Up to full tuition waivers where offered
  • Monthly living or research allowances, ranging from KRW 966,000 to KRW 3,000,000
  • Extra allowances or incentives based on research performance, project contributions or supervisor approval
  • Support to attend and present at international conferences

Professor-funded Scholarships Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for Professor-funded Scholarships, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Previous degree or accepted equivalent: Bachelor's for Master's or integrated Master's–PhD entry; Master's for standalone PhD
  • Academic background and research interests suited to the research position
  • Academic and language qualifications required by the university and laboratory
  • Selection for an available faculty-supervised research position with sufficient funding
  • Participation in assigned research duties

For detailed requirements, refer to the official eligibility page .

Eligible degree levels

Master's PhD

Eligible programmes

All subjects

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

Important Notice

Disclaimer

“Professor-funded Scholarship” is a general description, not a shared official award name. The universities mentioned are examples, and the linked page describes one university’s arrangements. Funding, subjects, qualifications, preferred experience, duration, vacancies, and deadlines vary by university and laboratory. There is no shared national GPA or language-test threshold.

The monthly allowance range reflects documented examples, excludes separate tuition support and is not a nationwide minimum or maximum. Some positions offer research payments without stated tuition coverage. A position, full tuition, and the highest allowance are not guaranteed. Continued funding and payment amounts may depend on research performance. Some positions require students to pay their own airfare and accommodation.

How to Apply

In this section, we'll provide a clear general overview of requirements and steps to guide you through the application process for Professor-funded Scholarships.

To apply for Professor-funded Scholarships, please follow these steps:

  1. Contact a prospective supervisor about research interests, available positions and funding
  2. Submit the requested documents through the stated email or recruitment process
  3. Attend an interview, if required
  4. Complete the university's graduate admission process for the proposed funded position

Important Note: The application procedures and required documents for Professor-funded Scholarships may vary depending on your degree, program, nationality and other factors. For specific details regarding the requirements, kindly visit the official website of Professor-funded Scholarships.

Application Deadlines

Now that you’re familiar with the application procedure, it’s time to know the application dates! Knowing the dates for Professor-funded Scholarships will help you prepare early and it will also give you the time you need to put together a competitive application.

Important notice

Application deadlines vary

The application deadlines for Professor-funded Scholarships vary. It’s important to review official guidelines on the official website or contact administrators for specific deadlines. Make sure to regularly check the Professor-funded Scholarships page for the latest and most accurate information on application deadlines.

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