Application Deadline: 29 June 2026 (4:00 PM)
Applications are now open for the 2027 KOICA Scholarship Program. The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is now accepting applications for the 2027 KOICA Scholarship Program, offering fully funded Master’s and Doctoral degree opportunities at leading South Korean universities.
Designed to develop future leaders from developing countries, the scholarship provides advanced academic training, leadership development, and exposure to South Korea’s innovation ecosystem.
Eligibility Requirements
Master’s Degree Applicants
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible KOICA partner country
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
- Be officially recommended through the KOICA selection process
- Meet the admission requirements of the selected university
Doctoral Degree Applicants
Applicants must:
- Meet the Master’s degree eligibility requirements
- Hold a recognized Master’s degree
Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Monthly living allowance
- Round-trip airfare
- Accommodation support
- Settlement allowance
- Medical insurance
- Scholarship completion grant
- Participation in extracurricular and cultural activities
Available Master’s Programs
Handong Global University
- e-Government and Public Management
Incheon National University
- Capacity Building for Climate Change and Environment Management
KDI School
- Economic Development Policy for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
Sungkyunkwan University
- e-Government and Public Management
Yonsei University
- Health Policy and Financing Capacity Building
- Digital Health
- Social Economy
University of Seoul
- AI Digital Innovation
Kyungpook National University
- Capacity Building on High Value-added Agriculture
Pukyong National University
- Global Fisheries Development
Available PhD Programs
- High Value-added Agriculture (Kyungpook National University)
- Global Fisheries Development (Pukyong National University)
- AI Digital Innovation (University of Seoul)
- Control of Infectious Disease (Yonsei University)
Beyond earning a world-class degree, scholars gain access to Korea’s expertise in:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- E-Government
- Public Policy
- Sustainable Development
- Climate Change Management
- Health Systems Strengthening
- Economic Development
For African professionals interested in technology, public sector innovation, sustainability, and development leadership, this scholarship provides a unique opportunity to study in one of the world’s most technologically advanced countries.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the KOICA Scholarship Program
