The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) invites international students to apply for the KOICA Scholarship Program 2025 in South Korea. This is a fully funded opportunity for students who wish to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees at designated South Korean universities.

No IELTS is required, and there's no application fee!

Total Scholarships for 2025: 109
Master’s Duration: 17 months
PhD Duration: 36 months

Scholarship Objectives

KOICA aims to train future global leaders who will contribute to the socio-economic development of their home countries. Established in 1991 by South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, KOICA oversees South Korea's Official Development Assistance (ODA) programs.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will enjoy a comprehensive scholarship package, including:

• Full Tuition Fees
• Monthly Living Allowance
•  Round-Trip Airfare
• Settlement Allowance
• Accommodation
• Extracurricular Activities
• Completion Grants
• National Health Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance

Participating Universities & Programs

Here are some of the top universities offering programs under the KOICA Scholarship:

HANDONG GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

• Master’s: e-Government and Public Management (Quota: 20)
• PhD: e-Government and Public Management (Quota: 3)

INCHEON NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

• Master’s: Capacity Building for Managing Climate Change and the Environment (Quota: 20)

KDI SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY & MANAGEMENT

• Master’s: Economic Development Policy (Quota: 20)
• PhD: Economic Development Policy (Quota: 3)

SUNGKYUNKWAN UNIVERSITY

• Master’s: e-Government and Public Management (Quota: 20)

YONSEI UNIVERSITY

• Master’s: Health Policy and Financing Capacity Building (Quota: 20)
• PhD: Health Policy and Financing Capacity Building (Quota: 3)

Required Documents

• KOICA Online Application Form
• Valid Passport (Scanned Copy)
• Official Government Recommendation Letter (from your ministry or relevant authority)

Eligible Countries

Africa (40 countries)
Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda, Morocco, Mozambique, Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, etc.

Central & South America (18 countries)
Guatemala, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Jamaica, Costa Rica, etc.

Asia (13 countries)
Nepal, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Cambodia, Pakistan, Philippines, etc.

Pacific (12 countries)
Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, Tonga, Tuvalu, Palau, etc.

Middle East, CIS & Eastern Europe (10 countries)
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Jordan, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Georgia, etc.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the KOICA Scholarship 2025, candidates must:

• Be a citizen of an eligible country
• Be a government official, nominated by their government
• Be under 40 years old
• Be in good physical and mental health
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree for Master’s applicants (2+ years of experience preferred)
• Hold a Master’s degree for PhD applicants (3+ years of experience post-KOICA preferred)
•  Have strong English communication skills

Application Deadline

July 31, 2025
Don't miss the chance to study in South Korea with all expenses covered!

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the KOICA Scholarship official portal.
Apply Now – Official KOICA Scholarship Website