Korean Government KOICA Scholarship Program (Masters & Doctoral) 2027 for Developing Countries

The KOICA Scholarship Program provides graduate study opportunities in Korea for government officials from KOICA partner countries, supporting Master’s and Doctoral programs in fields aligned with sustainable development, governance, health, agriculture, and AI. It covers full tuition, airfare, monthly stipends, accommodation, and related expenses, with selection conducted through KOICA and partner institutions. The program is aimed at developing country officials seeking advanced degrees at Korean universities.

Airfare, settlement allowance, monthly stipend, full tuition, accommodation, study visits, language classes, completion grant, health insurance.

Applicants must be citizens of KOICA partner countries, be government officials officially nominated by their government, preferably under 40 years old, and hold the required degree for Master’s or Doctoral studies.

Prepare KOICA application package and submit to KOICA country office or Korean Embassy by the deadline; shortlisted applicants proceed to university screening and interviews, with final acceptance and visa procedures to follow.