Seoul National University (SNU)
SNU President Fellowship Program (SPF)
The SNU President Fellowship Program (SPF) is a fully-funded scholarship from Seoul National University (SNU) for PhD pursuing any field in South Korea. Deadline: Twice yearly with admission (e.g. Spring 2027 applications around 6–9 July 2026).
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree levels
- PhD
- Where
- South Korea
- Funded by
- university
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Full tuition (up to 6 semesters) + KRW 1,500,000–2,000,000/month for 3–4 years, airfare, Korean classes, health insurance
- Deadline
- Twice yearly with admission (e.g. Spring 2027 applications around 6–9 July 2026)
- Host countries
- South Korea
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Citizens of developing countries (university teaching staff) Academic Requirements You must hold a master's degree or higher and be newly admitted as a PhD student at SNU. You cannot already hold a doctorate. Your academic record and research plan need to be strong enough to win a regular SNU PhD admission, since the fellowship rides on top of that admission. Professional Requirements This is the defining condition. You must be teaching or instructional staff at a major university in a developing country. The SPF is built for faculty development, so applicants without a current university teaching role are not the target group.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition exemption for up to 6 semesters
- Monthly stipend of KRW 1,500,000 to 2,000,000 for 3 to 4 years
- Round-trip economy airfare to and from Korea
- Korean language evening classes during regular semesters
- National health insurance reimbursement
- Childcare support where applicable
Important Dates & Deadlines
Twice yearly with admission (e.g. Spring 2027 applications around 6–9 July 2026)
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.