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Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students

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Provider
Various
Host country
United States
Deadline
February–March (annual NIIED call)
Region
Americas

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.
Funding
Tuition + Korean language training + monthly stipend + travel for a 6-week summer programme
Study level
Undergraduate
Deadline
February–March (annual NIIED call)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.

Recorded funding information

  • Tuition + Korean language training + monthly stipend + travel for a 6-week summer programme

About the Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students (2026)

A five-week intensive and fun learning experience, the Global Korea Summer Program is designed to provide students from Africa and Latin America with an in-depth academic training as well as an opportunity to experience Korean culture in order to nurture future leaders who will contribute to the development of global society. If you’re an undergraduate student from Africa and Latin America eager to spend a summer abroad, this opportunity is perfect for you! **Application deadline:** April, but specific deadlines vary depending on institution scholars enrolled into ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the Global Korea Summer Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/global-korea-summer-scholarship-for-undergraduate-african-and-latin-american-students/#h-benefits-of-the-global-korea-summer-scholarships) - [Eligibility Criteria for African and Latin American students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/global-korea-summer-scholarship-for-undergraduate-african-and-latin-american-students/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-african-and-latin-american-students) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/global-korea-summer-scholarship-for-undergraduate-african-and-latin-american-students/#h-how-to-apply) * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Benefits of the Global Korea Summer Scholarships Under the scholarship opportunity, 80 successful applicants (40 from Africa and 40 from Latin America) are entitled to NIIED and/or the training institutions will be responsible for round trip air ticket, room and board during the duration of the program, and traveler’s insurance. However, please take note that participants will be responsible for transportation fare in his/her country, visa fee, etc. The scholarship program shall run from July – August and shall only accept candidates currently studying in an academic field such as Computer Engineering, Game Engineering or Digital Design. | **Activities** | **Contents** | | --- | --- | | **Orientation** | Introduction to the overall program<br>Networking with participants | | **Lectures** | Specific field of study<br>Korean language, history and culture | | **Research Projects**<br>**(Lab, Seminar, etc.)** | Conduct specific research projects along with mentoring<br>from Korean graduate students | | **Field Trip** | Related laboratories, research institutes and/or industrial sites<br>Cultural or historical sites | | **Closing** | Presentation of research results<br>Awards to the outstanding performances<br>Formation of Alumni network | \* Specific programs will vary according to the training institution ## Eligibility Criteria for African and Latin American students In order to qualify for the Global Korea Summer Scholarships, interested scholars must first meet the following criteria: - Be a citizen of an African or Latin American country - Be enrolled as an undergraduate student in the second to fourth year at a university/college located in an African or Latin American country -  Be fluent in English - Be mentally and physically healthy - Have the ability and willingness to adapt to Korean culture and life in Korea ## How to Apply To start the application process, interested scholars are advised to contact their chosen institutions directly. 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Funding information

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  • Tuition + Korean language training + monthly stipend + travel for a 6-week summer programme

Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students eligibility

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  • Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.

Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students document information

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    How to apply for the Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr/ko/main.do;jsessionid=UmUs99DwL2cfTZHdazeynxDbadmD5RR7D6W4O5Pj.studyinkorea10?message= to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: February–March (annual NIIED call). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: February–March (annual NIIED call). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

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    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

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    5. Provider deadline
      February–March (annual NIIED call)

      Provider deadline information: February–March (annual NIIED call). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students?+

    Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.

    What funding does the Global Korea Summer Scholarship for Undergraduate African and Latin American Students offer?+

    Listed funding: Tuition + Korean language training + monthly stipend + travel for a 6-week summer programme. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: February–March (annual NIIED call). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.studyinkorea.go.kr/ko/main.do;jsessionid=UmUs99DwL2cfTZHdazeynxDbadmD5RR7D6W4O5Pj.studyinkorea10?message= to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Undergraduate students from African and Latin American partner countries; nominated by their home university.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: February–March (annual NIIED call). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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