Soonchunhyang University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Most SCH-linked scholarships are designed for on-campus, full-time study in Korea (not fully-online degrees).

Both exist, but Korean is the main language for many majors. Scholarship recipients often highlight how important Korean can be for daily life and classes: Orzigul said that even after reaching TOPIK 6, she “still use[s] a translator” at times, and Cristina noted she wished she had learned some Korean earlier because it’s “the predominant language.”

There are also English-taught options. For instance, SCH exchange materials state that “International Studies course are taught in English” (with Korean-language courses taught in Korean). If you want an English-first track, International Studies is a common place to start, while many other departments may be largely Korean-taught with some English-taught electives.

It depends on the scholarship. For the Korean government’s Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), there is an age limit (for example, the undergraduate track is typically capped at under 25 as of the program’s reference date, and the graduate track is commonly under 40, with limited exceptions).

For SCH university scholarships (like admission-related awards or language-score-based awards), the rules are usually tied to your student status (admitted/enrolled, visa eligibility, etc.) rather than a strict age cap, so always check the specific scholarship’s eligibility section.

In practice, SCH-linked scholarships (especially GKS) can apply across many subjects, as long as your department is eligible and you meet requirements. Recipient stories show this range clearly: Orzigul (Computer Software Engineering), Ferlinda (Medical IT Engineering), and Cristina (Asian Studies).

• Medicine / health: SCH has medical- and health-related colleges, and international students commonly target health-adjacent fields (e.g., health sciences, biomedical/medical convergence areas). Ferlinda pursued Medical IT Engineering through GKS. For an MD/Medicine professional track, eligibility for international students can be more restricted (language/licensing/track limits), so confirm directly with SCH admissions for your exact program.
• Engineering / STEM: Examples include Computer Software Engineering (Orzigul) and Medical IT Engineering (Ferlinda).
• Business: SCH has a College of Global Business, and Cristina’s background is in Accounting and Finance (a useful signal if you’re applying for business-related tracks).
• Humanities / social sciences: Asian Studies is one example (Cristina), and SCH also has humanities and social sciences colleges.

Many SCH opportunities are open to international students broadly, but the biggest “fully funded” route—GKS—depends on nationality rules set by the program (you must be a non-Korean citizen and typically must be from an eligible/allocated country for that year/track).

The SCH recipient stories show the diversity you can expect: Orzigul (Uzbekistan), Ferlinda (Indonesia), and Cristina (Philippines). Orzigul also emphasized the campus mix: “there are a lot of students from my home country, Uzbekistan… as well as Indonesia, Vietnam, Mongolia.”

It depends on your program. Some pathways can be flexible (for example, SCH exchange materials list “Language Requirements: None” for that exchange context), but degree admissions and specific departments may still ask for proof of language ability, especially if your courses will be Korean-taught or English-taught.

For scholarships, language tests can directly help. SCH-linked awards may reward Korean ability (TOPIK). In SCH scholarship listings, TOPIK can map to specific funding tiers (e.g., higher amounts for TOPIK 6 vs TOPIK 4). In real applications, recipients often used language certificates as core evidence: Orzigul said, “The two language certificates and school diploma were the main documents for my application,” noting IELTS “7.5” and TOPIK level 4 (later improving further). Ferlinda also recommended stronger prep, including “taking the TOPIK exam.”

There isn’t one single universal GPA cut-off that fits every SCH program and every intake, but competitive grades matter—especially for scholarships. For GKS, a commonly cited baseline is around 80% (or equivalent/top portion of class) in your most recent program.

Recipient profiles give you a realistic “what success looks like” snapshot: Cristina listed a previous GPA of “4.0,” Orzigul reported “GPA… 4.81 (out of 5.0),” and Ferlinda shared she “maintained grades above 90/100.”

A strong mix of grades, clear goals, and evidence you’ll thrive internationally tends to stand out, especially for competitive scholarships like GKS. Ferlinda believes evaluators “place significant emphasis on the essay documents,” and she encourages applicants to “focus on maximizing your application by writing a strong essay.”

Scholarship recipients also highlight well-rounded profiles: Cristina described a selection process requiring “academic grades, a personal statement, and an interview,” and she emphasized leadership/extracurriculars alongside academics. Orzigul similarly pointed to documentation and preparation (including language tests) as part of what helped her succeed.

Exact requirements vary by program (degree admissions vs exchange vs scholarship track), but you can expect a core set of identity, academics, and “motivation” documents.

• Academic records: transcripts/grade reports and graduation (or expected graduation) certificates. Cristina described submitting “academic grades” as part of selection, and Orzigul said her “school diploma” was a main document.
• Essays / statements: personal statement, study plan, scholarship essays. Ferlinda stressed the importance of “essay documents,” because they show your “reasons for choosing the university and scholarship” and your goals.
• Language proof (when helpful/required): TOPIK for Korean-taught pathways and IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught pathways. Orzigul used IELTS and TOPIK as key documents.
• Passport / ID: a passport copy is commonly requested.
• Health/medical forms (often required for mobility programs): SCH exchange materials list items like a medical form, plus other required uploads (nomination form, transcript, personal statement, etc.).
• Interview: some tracks include an interview. Cristina noted an “interview with the programme coordinator.”

SCH offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options across fields. On its English site, SCH lists major academic units including the College of Medicine, College of Natural Sciences, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Global Business, College of Engineering, College of Software Convergence, and College of Medical Sciences.

From scholarship recipient examples, you can see real majors students pursued at SCH: Computer Software Engineering (Orzigul), Medical IT Engineering (Ferlinda), and Asian Studies (Cristina). For English-taught study, International Studies is frequently highlighted as an English-based option (with Korean-language classes taught in Korean).

For full degree admissions, SCH typically charges an application fee, and the admission guideline language commonly notes it is non-refundable (and may require payment in USD if paid from overseas).