Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Daejeon · Official website ↗
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology is in Daejeon, South Korea. Tuition for international students: KRW 6,866,000 (≈ US$5,100) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: High school graduation graduated or will graduate from high school by February 28, 2027 (Spring) or August 31, 2027 (Fall). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83. Scholarships: 1 from the university; government scholarships: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees, Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's).
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition KRW 6,866,000 per year (≈ US$5,100) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 1 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Government scholarships for this country: Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees, Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's). |
| Chances of admission | High school graduation: graduated or will graduate from high school by February 28, 2027 (Spring) or August 31, 2027 (Fall). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 83. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Oct 22 (Round 1) Last round: Round 2, Jan 14. |
| Where and how students live | Daejeon · 40 km from CJJ airport |
| Housing | not yet determined |
| Working while studying | not yet determined |
| After graduation | After graduating, students can change to the Job-Seeking (D-10-1) visa to look for work in Korea; it is extended in 6-month increments up to a maximum of 2 years. |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarships (reference)Sources (1)“All international students receive full financial support, including tuition and living expenses.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption applies
Sources (4)“Therefore, all applicants must submit at least one of the following English Proficiency test (EPT) scores.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Applicants may request an exemption from the EPT if they meet one of the following criteria.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT 83 (Taken before Jan 21, 2026) / 4.5 (Taken on or after Jan 21, 2026)”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“IELTS 6.5”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (2)“Most courses are conducted entirely in English, and students join a diverse international community.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The official language of communication and instruction for international students at KAIST is English.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Scholarships for first-year students
KAIST Scholarship
Full tuition
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Full tuition
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“Full tuition fee: tuition exemption for 8 semesters”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Living expenses: 350,000 KRW per month”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Upon being selected for admission, you will automatically be entitled to the KAIST Scholarship.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“There is no separate process for applying scholarship”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Interview | Optional (reference) Source (1)“Interviews may be conducted if deemed necessary. Selected applicants will be contacted individually via email with further instructions.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)“Therefore, all applicants must submit at least one of the following English Proficiency test (EPT) scores.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Passport copy: Required Source (1)“Applicants must submit a copy of applicant's passport or national ID card as proof of nationality.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (2)“Essay Prompts: See page 18.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Please write the personal statement with a focus on what you learned from and felt during curricular and/or extracurricular activities”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Recommended ×2 Source (1)“Applicants may submit up to two recommendation letters; although optional, submission is highly recommended.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1)“Applicants must submit at least one official test score (e.g., SAT, ACT, AP, IB, GCE A-Level, or other national high school leaving or university entrance examinations)”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1)“Applicants must submit official transcripts from all high schools attended (and universities*).”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Government scholarships for studying in South Korea
Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) — Undergraduate Degrees
Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
Full cost of attendance
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Full cost of attendance
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (9)
“This is a government-invited scholarship degree program aimed at fostering global talent and establishing international networks by inviting outstanding students from around the world.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition, and monthly allowances”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Monthly Allowance: All-inclusive subsidy of living expenses, accommodation, health insurance, Korean proficiency grants, TOPIK application fee, settlement allowance, and degree completion grants”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Monthly Allowance — Korean language program: 13,560,000 KRW per year. Degree program: 14,400,000 KRW per year.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Tuition: NIIED: up to 5 million KRW per semester; University: amount that exceeds 5 million KRW, Admission fee.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Nationality: Applicants and both of their parents must hold non-Korean citizenship”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Online application through the Study in Korea website (www.studyinkorea.go.kr)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Apply according to each university's own submission method (e.g., in person, by mail, etc.)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Application Period: September 15, 2026 (Tue.), 11:00 – September 30, 2026 (Wed.), 18:00”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's)
Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: Students from Japan
- Number of awards: 20
Sources (4)
“Selection and Support for Bachelor's and Associate Degree Scholarship Students”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Japanese nationals under 25 years of age who have graduated from high school”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Tuition Fees, Language Training Expenses, Academic Allowance, Round-trip Airfare”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Up to 20 students annually”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Round 1 — Application | Oct 22Source (1)“Application Period & Document Submission September 22 ~ October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM (KST) November 10, 2026 ~ January 14, 2027, 6:00 PM (KST)”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Round 2 — Application — September intake | Jan 14Source (1)“Application Period & Document Submission September 22 ~ October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM (KST) November 10, 2026 ~ January 14, 2027, 6:00 PM (KST)”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | KRW 6,866,000 per year (≈ US$5,100) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Student health insurance | KRW 916,680 per year (≈ US$687) (reference) |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | International students are automatically enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS) with no separate application; for D-2 students enrolment takes effect on the date of foreigner registration after initial entry, and students receive the same benefits as Korean nationals. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Sources (5)
“Tuition Fees 3,433,000 3,433,000 6,866,000”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“NHI Premiums 458,340 458,340 916,680”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International students are automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance without any additional application process.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Study Abroad (D-2), Primary/Secondary School Student (D-4-3) | Upon initial entry → Date of foreigner registration”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“International students enjoy the same benefits as Korean nationals, including hospital visits and health check-ups.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 25 (reference) government rule Source (1)“Bachelor's degree | 1st–2nd Year | Immediately available | | X | 10 Hours | | 10 Hours | | | | | | O | 25 Hours | Unlimited time allowed | 30 Hours”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | After graduating, students can change to the Job-Seeking (D-10-1) visa to look for work in Korea; it is extended in 6-month increments up to a maximum of 2 years. government rule Source (3)“This visa allows international students who have completed their studies in Korea or foreigners seeking new employment to legally stay in Korea. It must be changed to a job-seeking visa (D-10-1), which is issued to foreigners wishing to work in Korea.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Can be extended in 6-month increments, up to a maximum of 2 years.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“International students who have obtained (or are expected to obtain) a Bachelor's Degree or higher from a domestic university or have completed (or are expected to complete) a research program at an academic or research institution.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Location
| City / state | Daejeon |
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| Nearest major airport | Cheongju International Airport (CJJ), about 40 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q39949 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).