The Korea International Cooperation Agency has called for applications for its KOICA Scholarship 2027 from students from foreign partner countries. The Korea International Cooperation Agency Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity covering tuition, monthly stipend, round-trip international airfare, and a settlement allowance.
Scholarship Overview
| Host Country | South Korea |
| Institution | Korean Universities |
| Study Location | Study in Asia |
| Eligible Countries | KOICA Partner Countries |
| Requirements | Bachelor’s/Master’s degree |
| Scholarship Category | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships |
| Reward | Full Scholarship | 999,000 KRW Monthly Stipend | Settlement Allowance | University Housing | Airfare | Completion Grant |
| Application Closing Date | 31st July, 2026 |
In this post, we will shed more light on the details of the KOICA Scholarship, its eligibility requirements, benefits, and method of submitting a successful application.
Benefits of KOICA Scholarship 2027
The Korean Government KOICA program provides an all-inclusive premier funding fellowship designed to fully support international public servants throughout their stay in South Korea:
- Full Tuition Exemption
- Monthly Living Allowance
- Settlement Allowance
- Airfare Coverage
- Secure University Housing
- National Health Insurance
- Completion Grant
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Korea International Cooperation Agency Scholarship, candidates must meet the following baseline requirements:
- Citizen of an officially designated KOICA partner developing nation.
- Applicants must be civil servants, public sector employees, or professionals officially recommended by their home government.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience for Master’s tracks, or 3 years of experience for Doctorate paths.
- Under 40 years of age as of February 1, 2027.
- Good physical and mental health to sustain rigorous postgraduate studies abroad.
- High proficiency in English, as all degree courses, assignments, and lectures are administered entirely in English.
Eligible Programs
The fields of study are specifically curated to target international development milestones aligned with Korea’s bilateral aid strategies:
- Master’s in Public Management and Administrative Reform
- Master’s in Global Education Leadership
- Master’s in Smart City Management and Technology
- Master’s program in Tax and Fiscal Policy
- Master’s program in Gender Equality
Required Documents
Ensure you assemble high-quality, clear digital scans of these documents. All files must be structured as clean PDF uploads for evaluation:
- KOICA Application Form and standard university application profiles.
- Government Nomination/Recommendation Letter.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate (for Master’s) or Master’s degree diploma (for PhD tracks).
- Complete official academic transcripts.
- Two distinct letters of academic or professional recommendation.
- Valid English Language Proficiency certificate.
- Valid international passport data page copy and a passport-size photograph.
How to Apply for Korea International Cooperation Agency KOICA Scholarship 2027
- Click on the application button below to review the official KOICA fellowship announcement guidelines.
- Contact the specific ministry handling foreign aid or the official KOICA regional office/South Korean Embassy within your home country to obtain localized submission protocols.
- Complete the standard KOICA application documentation alongside the academic enrollment files for your preferred participating Korean university.
- Submit your compiled physical or digital application package directly to your home government’s nominating ministry or local KOICA office before the local deadline (which falls around or before July 31, 2026).
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