🌟 About the Scholarship
The UST International Scholarship 2025 offers international students the chance to study in South Korea at one of the country’s most prestigious research institutions. The University of Science and Technology (UST) supports global talent with generous funding to pursue Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in science and engineering.
UST is not just a university—it’s a national research platform composed of multiple specialized research institutes. This unique setup allows students to work directly with experts and access cutting-edge technologies while pursuing their graduate studies.
📚 Programs Available
Students can apply for either of the following:
- 🎓 Master’s Degree Program
- 🎓 Ph.D. Degree Program
- 🎓 Integrated MS–Ph.D. Program
Fields of study include but are not limited to:
🧪 Biotechnology | 🔬 Nanoscience | 💻 ICT | ⚛️ Physics | 🌱 Environmental Science | 🔧 Engineering | 💡 AI & Robotics
💸 Scholarship Benefits – Fully Funded
- 📥 Full Tuition Waiver
- 🏠 Free University Housing
- 💰 Monthly Stipend:
- Master’s: KRW 1,200,000 (~USD 900)
- Ph.D.: KRW 1,600,000 (~USD 1,200)
- ✈️ Round-trip Airfare
- 👨🏫 Research & Lab Training
- 📚 Health Insurance
- 🌐 Access to National Research Centers
✅ Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be non-Korean citizens.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree for Master’s program OR a Master’s degree for Ph.D. program.
- Demonstrate a strong academic background and research interest.
- Meet the English language proficiency requirements.
No application fee is required.
📂 Required Documents
- Application Form (Online)
- Study/Research Plan
- Recommendation Letters (2)
- Degree & Transcript (with notarized copies)
- Passport Copy
- English Language Certificate (TOEFL, IELTS, or other accepted test)
- Other supporting documents if required by specific departments
📅 Application Timeline
- Application Opens: August 1, 2024
- Deadline: October 15, 2024
- Final Results Announcement: December 2024
- Classes Begin: March 2025
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official UST admission portal.
- Create an account and start a new application.
- Choose your program and preferred department.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit before the deadline.
🔗 Official Application Portal
🎯 Your scientific career starts here! Study at the forefront of innovation and research in South Korea with full financial support. If you’re passionate about changing the world through science, this is your chance to shine. 🌍✨
