Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Daejeon · 官方网站 ↗
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: 10月22日 (Round 1) Last round: Round 2, 1月14日. |
| 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.
国际学生的助学金与申请要求
| 奖学金（成绩类） | 是 — 国际学生可获得奖学金（成绩类） (reference)来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “All international students receive full financial support, including tuition and living expenses.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12 |
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| 英语水平 | 须提供英语水平考试成绩，符合豁免条件者除外
来源 (4)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Therefore, all applicants must submit at least one of the following English Proficiency test (EPT) scores.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“Applicants may request an exemption from the EPT if they meet one of the following criteria.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT 83 (Taken before Jan 21, 2026) / 4.5 (Taken on or after Jan 21, 2026)”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“IELTS 6.5”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Yes来源 (2)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Most courses are conducted entirely in English, and students join a diverse international community.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“The official language of communication and instruction for international students at KAIST is English.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12 |
新生奖学金
KAIST Scholarship
全额学费
- Who can receive it: 仅限国际学生
- Amount: 全额学费
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
来源 (4)
以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。
“Full tuition fee: tuition exemption for 8 semesters”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“Living expenses: 350,000 KRW per month”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“Upon being selected for admission, you will automatically be entitled to the KAIST Scholarship.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“There is no separate process for applying scholarship”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Not yet determined — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
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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) 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Interviews may be conducted if deemed necessary. Selected applicants will be contacted individually via email with further instructions.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Therefore, all applicants must submit at least one of the following English Proficiency test (EPT) scores.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12Passport copy: Required 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Applicants must submit a copy of applicant's passport or national ID card as proof of nationality.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required 来源 (2)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Essay Prompts: See page 18.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Recommended ×2 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Applicants may submit up to two recommendation letters; although optional, submission is highly recommended.”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “Applicants must submit official transcripts from all high schools attended (and universities*).”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：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)
全额总花费
- Who can receive it: 仅限国际学生
- Amount: 全额总花费
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
来源 (9)
以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。
“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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Airfare, Korean language training fees, tuition, and monthly allowances”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：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 ↗ · 查证日期：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 ↗ · 查证日期：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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Nationality: Applicants and both of their parents must hold non-Korean citizenship”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Online application through the Study in Korea website (www.studyinkorea.go.kr)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Apply according to each university's own submission method (e.g., in person, by mail, etc.)”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Application Period: September 15, 2026 (Tue.), 11:00 – September 30, 2026 (Wed.), 18:00”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11Global Korea Scholarship — Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitational Program (Bachelor's)
Government of South Korea (National Institute for International Education, NIIED)
金额未公布
- Who can receive it: Students from 日本
- Number of awards: 20
来源 (4)
以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。
“Selection and Support for Bachelor's and Associate Degree Scholarship Students”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Japanese nationals under 25 years of age who have graduated from high school”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Tuition Fees, Language Training Expenses, Academic Allowance, Round-trip Airfare”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Up to 20 students annually”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Round 1 — Application | 10月22日来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12 |
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| Round 2 — Application — September intake | 1月14日来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “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 ↗ · 查证日期：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 — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
| Student health insurance | KRW 916,680 per year (≈ US$687) (reference) |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | International students are automatically enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS) with no separate application; for D-2 students enrolment takes effect on the date of foreigner registration after initial entry, and students receive the same benefits as Korean nationals. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
来源 (5)
以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。
“Tuition Fees 3,433,000 3,433,000 6,866,000”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“NHI Premiums 458,340 458,340 916,680”admission.kaist.ac.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-12“International students are automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance without any additional application process.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Study Abroad (D-2), Primary/Secondary School Student (D-4-3) | Upon initial entry → Date of foreigner registration”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“International students enjoy the same benefits as Korean nationals, including hospital visits and health check-ups.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11US$ 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 — 请查看学校网站 ↗ |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 25 (reference) government rule 来源 (1)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “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 ↗ · 查证日期：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 来源 (3)以下为学校官网的英文原文引用。 “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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11“Can be extended in 6-month increments, up to a maximum of 2 years.”www.studyinkorea.go.kr ↗ · 查证日期：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 ↗ · 查证日期：2026-11-11 |
所在地
| 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).