South Korea combines cutting-edge universities with some of the most generous scholarships available to international students — and Pakistani applicants are increasingly winning them.
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)
Fully funded by the Korean government: tuition, a monthly living allowance, airfare, and even a Korean language course before your degree starts. Available for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD study.
University-specific scholarships
KAIST, Seoul National University, and Yonsei University all offer their own scholarships for international graduate students, often covering full tuition plus a stipend for research assistants.
Why Korea is worth considering
Strong programs in engineering, technology, and life sciences, a low cost of living outside Seoul, and a straightforward path to part-time work during your studies.
Application tip
GKS applications usually go through either the Korean Embassy or your chosen university directly — check both routes, as requirements and deadlines differ slightly.
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