The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Scholarship Program 2027 for Master’s & PhD study in South Korea (Fully Funded)

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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

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