AKS South Korea Graduate Fellowship 2025 for International Students

AKS South Korea Graduate Fellowship 2025 | Fully Funded Opportunity for International Students

The Academy of Korean Studies (AKS) invites international graduate students to apply for the AKS Graduate Fellowship 2025 — a prestigious, fully funded six-month research program in South Korea.

This non-degree program is designed for talented students enrolled in master’s or doctoral programs abroad who are conducting research related to Korean Studies.

Why Apply for the AKS Graduate Fellowship 2025?

• Fully funded research opportunity in South Korea

• Access to premier academic resources, archives, and expert faculty

• Immersive cultural and language learning experience

• Opportunities to expand your academic network and research exposure

Fellowship Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:

• Monthly stipend of KRW 750,000

• Free on-campus accommodation

• Round-trip economy airfare (up to KRW 2,060,000 depending on departure city)

• Access to AKS libraries and Jangseogak Archives

• Free Korean language classes

• Guidance from a dedicated academic advisor

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a non-Korean citizen or an overseas Korean who completed education outside Korea

• Be currently enrolled in, or have completed coursework in, a master’s or doctoral program at a non-Korean university

• Have a research topic related to Korean Studies

• Demonstrate proficiency in English or Korean (preferred but not mandatory)

• Not have previously received the AKS Graduate Fellowship

Available Fields of Study

• Korean History

• Korean Culture

• Korean Language

• Korean Politics

• Korean Literature

• Other topics within Korean Studies

Important Dates

• Application Period: April 28 to May 9, 2025 (Korean Standard Time)

• Result Announcement: June 20, 2025

• Fellowship Duration: September 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026

• Application Portal: https://gradaks.recruiter.co.kr

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

1. Completed online application form

2. Personal statement

3. Research proposal (approximately 3 pages)

4. Official transcripts and degree certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s)

5. Letter of recommendation from an academic advisor

6. Passport copy and recent ID photo

7. Proof of enrollment in doctoral program (if applicable)

8. Language proficiency certificates (optional)

Note: All documents must be in English or Korean. If originally in another language, they must be notarized and translated.

Fellowship Responsibilities

• Enroll in at least one academic course or design an independent study plan

• Collaborate with a designated faculty advisor at AKS

• Reside in South Korea for the entire duration of the program

• Submit a final research report or thesis (minimum 5,000 words in English)

• Present research findings in a seminar

• Provide a Certificate of Entry & Exit before departure

Failure to comply with the program guidelines may result in cancellation of the fellowship and reimbursement of funds.

About the Academy of Korean Studies

The Academy of Korean Studies is a prestigious institution affiliated with the Korean Ministry of Education. It is dedicated to advancing global Korean Studies through research, education, and international collaboration. Fellows will benefit from world-class academic resources, faculty mentorship, and a vibrant academic community.