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Scholarships & Free Resources
Planning to study in South Korea? Start with reliable information.
Explore scholarship opportunities, application guidance and practical resources created to help African students make better-informed decisions about studying in Korea.
Whether you're just beginning your research or preparing for an upcoming intake, these resources are free to use.
NEW • 2027 GKS-U
2027 Global Korea Scholarship Undergraduate Guide
Understand the official 2027 GKS-U rules, eligibility, Nigeria and country quotas, General vs R-GKS, Type A vs Type B universities, application timeline, documents and how selection works.
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1. Featured: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
The Global Korea Scholarship is a Korean government scholarship programme for international students pursuing eligible degree programmes in South Korea.
Depending on the programme and scholarship year, benefits can include tuition, airfare, Korean-language training and allowances.
2. University Scholarships
GKS isn't the only way to fund your studies.
Many Korean universities offer scholarships or tuition reductions for international students. Eligibility and award amounts vary considerably and may be based on factors such as academic performance, language proficiency or university-specific criteria.
Some scholarships are considered during admission, while others have separate requirements.
[Learn About University Scholarships]
3. Free Korea Study Guides
Planning Your Studies
The 2027 Korea Study Roadmap
When to research universities, prepare documents, apply, plan funding and prepare for Korea.
Spring vs Fall Intake in Korea
Understand Korea's two main university entry periods and how to decide which timeline makes sense for you.
Admissions
How to Choose a Korean University
What to consider beyond rankings, including programme fit, tuition, scholarships, language, location and admission requirements.
WAEC, IELTS & TOPIK: What Nigerian Applicants Should Know
A straightforward introduction to qualifications and language requirements, with the important caveat that requirements vary by university and programme.
Money & Scholarships
Understanding the Cost of Studying in South Korea
Tuition, accommodation, living expenses and other costs students should plan for.
GKS vs University Scholarships
How the two routes differ and why students shouldn't build their entire Korea plan around one scholarship.
4. Korea, from an African student's perspective
Generic international-student information doesn't always answer the questions African students and families actually have.
Our resources also cover practical issues particularly relevant to students preparing for Korea from Nigeria and other African countries.
5. Official Resources
Useful Official Resources
Study in Korea
The Korean government's official international education portal. Use it to research Korean universities, programmes, scholarships and international admissions information.
Official Study in Korea website
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Official GKS information and scholarship announcements are published through Study in Korea.
Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria
An important source for Nigeria-specific GKS announcements and other Korean cultural and educational information.
Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria
Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nigeria
For official visa and consular information.
6. Free Eligibility Check
Not sure what applies to you?
Reading about Korean universities and scholarships is one thing. Figuring out which options make sense for your academic background, goals, timeline and funding situation is another.
Complete HARU's free Korea Study Eligibility Check and we'll review your information and recommend the most appropriate next step.
The Eligibility Check is a preliminary assessment and does not include personalised university research, scholarship matching or an individual consultation. Admission and scholarship outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
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