The application for Seoul National University Graduate Scholarships and Admissions is open to international applicants for 2025. Students interested in studying at this university should prepare to apply for the university’s various scholarships.

Seoul National University is well-known throughout the world for producing outstanding leaders and academics in their respective fields, as well as for its distinctive curriculum. SNU is open to students from different backgrounds because it understands that international students bring different perspectives and make for a very dynamic classroom.

Quick Details

• Offered by: Seoul National University
• Location: South Korea
• Application and Documents Deadline 1: March 4, 2025, 10:00 – March 6, 2025, 17:00
• Application and Documents Deadline 2: August 31, 2025, 17:00
• Recommendation Letters Deadline: March 4, 2025, 10:00 – March 7, 2025, 17:00
• Submission of Portfolios: March 4, 2025, 10:00 – March 6, 2025, 17:00
• Preliminary Admission Decisions: May 22, 2025, After 17:00
• Submission of Original Documents: May 22, 2025, After 17:00 – June 11, 2025, 17:00
• Final Admission Decisions: June 27, 2025, After 17:00
• Registration/Enrollment: July – August 2025 (TBA)
• Korean Proficiency Test: August 2025 (TBA)
• Type: Scholarship
• Gender: Any
• Degree Level: Master, Ph.D
• Eligible Nations: International

Field of Study

Applicants must select only one program (Master’s, Combined Master’s & Doctoral, or Doctoral) and one Department/School/Major marked with a ‘◯’.

• Arts
• Medical Sciences
• Engineering
• Natural Sciences
• Humanities and Social Sciences

Notes:

• Programs may change due to academic restructuring.
• Visit department websites for field details.
• English is the primary language used in coursework for the Global Public Administration major.
• Applicants to Business Administration must take courses in Korean.
• Combined Master’s and Doctoral programs are available for those seeking a Ph.D. without a Master’s degree, which requires a bachelor’s degree. For curriculum details, contact the respective department.

Scholarships Available 

Several scholarships are offered for international applicants at SNU as follows:

Graduate Scholarship for Foreign Students (GSFS):

• Details: Full tuition for up to 4 semesters and a monthly stipend of at least KRW 500,000 per year (varies by college/school).
• Eligibility: International Admission Applicants.

SNU President Fellowship Program (SPF):

• Details: Full tuition for up to 6 semesters, monthly stipends (KRW 1,500,000 – 2,000,000) for 3-4 years, round-trip airfare, health insurance, Korean language training, and childcare support.
• Eligibility: International Admission applicants who are teaching staff at universities in developing countries without a Ph.D.

How to Apply for these scholarships?

• Apply during online application by selecting the scholarship category.
• For more details, refer to the SNU Office of International Affairs.
• Contact: [email protected]r, +82-2-880-25191.

Admissions Requirements

The following are the requirements for applications:

A. International Admission I: (Neither the applicant nor the applicant’s parents are Korean citizens.)

B. International Admission II (for Applicants who completed the entire curriculum abroad)

• Applicants must meet the following education requirements:
  • Master’s/Combined Master’s and Doctoral Programs applicants must provide a Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Doctoral Program applicants must have a Master’s degree or higher
  • Applicants with nontraditional education credentials (e.g., self-education exams, homeschooling) are not eligible, except if their courses were online due to COVID-19 (with proof).
  • Applicants who complete their degrees by August 31, 2025, and receive their degrees in September 2025 are eligible.
• Applicants must have completed their entire education (elementary to bachelor’s level) outside Korea.
• North Korean refugees must have completed their education in North Korea and/or foreign countries.
• North Korean refugees must submit a Certificate of Academic Record for North Korean Refugees:
• Primary and Secondary Education: Issued by Metropolitan/Provincial Offices of Education.
• Higher Education (Bachelor’s): Approved by the Ministry of Unification and Ministry of Education.
• Foreign applicants eligible for International Admissions I are advised to apply under that category.
• Foreigners outside Korea may face challenges obtaining the required documents for International Admissions II (e.g., Certificate of Entry and Departure).

Important Notes:

Applicants should consider these notes before applying:

• Application Fee: Non-refundable and cannot be waived.
• Single Application Rule: Multiple applications lead to disqualification.
• English Course Availability: Contact the program/department directly.
• Leave of Absence: Admitted students must consult their college.
• Admission Validity: Offers apply only to the current semester, with no deferrals.
• Mandatory Review: Admitted students must read the “Reference Guide for Admitted Students.”
• Korean Proficiency Test: Required if notified; results may affect course selection.
• Disqualification Reasons:
  • Failure to submit a valid graduation certificate.
  • Lack of Apostille/authentication for documents.
  • Incomplete submission of required original documents.
  • Paying tuition to multiple universities simultaneously.
  • Dual enrollment at another university post-admission.
  • Failure to register within the deadline.
  • Submission of false or altered documents at any stage.

Documents Requirement

Applicants must provide the following documents:

How to Apply?

Before applying, Please download and read the full guides below:

Please follow these steps to apply online for this scholarship:

• Go to the SNU Admissions website using the link below.
• Check the announcements section.
• Create an account on the application website.
• Fill out the application form, including all required personal information.
• Scan and upload your documents.
• Enter your academic information, personal statement, and study plan.
• Pay the application fee.
• Review your application and complete the application process

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For more details, kindly visit the Seoul National University’s website.