The University of Science and Technology (UST) in South Korea has opened applications for its prestigious fully funded scholarship program for the Fall 2025 intake. This opportunity is available for international students pursuing Master's, Master's Leading to PhD, and PhD programs across 30 different institutes at UST.

UST South Korea Scholarship Overview

The UST Scholarship is a comprehensive funding package designed to support international students in their academic journey at one of South Korea's top science and technology institutions.

  • Host Country: South Korea

  • Host University: University of Science and Technology (UST)

  • Location: Daejeon

  • Degree Levels: Master's, PhD, Master's Leading to PhD

  • Application Deadline: May 7, 2025

Scholarship Benefits

The UST Scholarship offers a comprehensive package that covers:

  • Full university entrance fee waiver

  • Complete tuition fee coverage

  • Monthly stipend:

    • Master's Degree: KRW 1,350,000 per month

    • PhD Degree: KRW 1,800,000 per month

  • Comprehensive medical and accidental insurance

  • Access to e-library resources and counseling services

  • Opportunities for overseas training and exchange programs

  • UST Research Paper Award and Excellence Award (issued upon graduation)

  • Korean language course fee coverage

Finding the Right Major at UST

To find a suitable major at UST, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the UST Major Page

  2. Browse through the available majors to find one that matches your field and interests

  3. Click on the names of professors who have majors similar to your field

Pro Tip: Contacting professors before applying can significantly increase your chances of selection. Even if professors don't respond, you can still apply and potentially be selected during later interviews.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the UST Scholarship for Fall 2025, applicants must:

  • Be of any nationality (except Korean citizens)

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree for Master's program applicants

  • Hold or expect to complete a Master's degree for PhD program applicants

  • Provide all required documents as specified in the application form

For complete details, please review the Admission Guidelines for International Students.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

  • Bachelor's degree certificate or certificate of expected graduation

  • Official transcript of Bachelor's program

  • Master's degree certificate or certificate of expected graduation (for PhD applicants)

  • Official transcript of Master's program (for PhD applicants)

  • Master's degree thesis (for PhD applicants)

  • Study plan

  • Letters of recommendation

Application Process

To apply for the UST South Korea Scholarship 2025, follow these steps:

  1. Access the UST Admission System at apply.ust.ac.kr and create an account

  2. Select the appropriate admission category

  3. Complete the application form with all required information

  4. Pay the application fee of USD 30 or KRW 35,000

  5. Submit your application before the deadline (May 7, 2025)

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The UST South Korea Scholarship presents an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue advanced degrees at one of South Korea's premier science and technology institutions. With comprehensive financial support and access to world-class research facilities, this scholarship can be a stepping stone to a successful academic and professional career.