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Scholarship
Program

Policies for Scholarship Program

Implementation of Tailored Scholarship Policies to Support Academic Dedication

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Scholarship system that promotes academic ability and self-development
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Scholarship system that nurtures global leaders through diverse opportunities
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Scholarship system that assists students facing economic hardship in the payment of tuition fees

※ All scholarship amounts are stated and paid in Korean won (KRW).

Domestic Undergraduate Scholarships

Basic Scholarship Policy

All students who are admitted to POSTECH receive full scholarships upon enrollment. If they meet the continuous support criteria set by POSTECH, they can receive tuition support (Basic Scholarship) for the full 8 semesters of their regular program.

Types of Basic Scholarships

Types of Basic Scholarships
Scholarships Type	Additional Information
Presidential Science Scholarship	The government selects outstanding students with high potential in science and technology fields and provides full tuition, academic incentive funds, and living expenses (for students eligible for basic living assistance).
National Excellence Scholarship (STEM)	The government selects exceptional students with the potential to become core professionals in science and technology and provides full tuition and living expenses (for students eligible for basic living assistance).
Jigok Scholarship	The Jigok Scholarship is awarded to students who do not receive the Presidential Science Scholarship or the National Excellence Scholarship (STEM) but demonstrate strong potential in their academic fields.

Basic Scholarship Selection Process

All Admitted Students
(Except Semiconductor Engineering Students)
National Scholarship Application
Those selected for National Excellence Scholarship
- Presidential Science Scholarship
- National Excellence Scholarship (STEM)
Those not selected for National Excellence Scholarship
- Jigok Scholarship
  0~9 Bracket
  Replace with National scholarship
  
  Type 1
  
  Type 2
  
  Regional Talent
  
  10 Bracket
  University Funds

Continued Support Criteria for Basic Scholarship

If students meet the continued support criteria required for the type of Basic Scholarship they receive, the scholarship can be granted for up to 8 semesters.

Common Criteria: At least 12 credits earned in the previous semester and a minimum GPA of 3.3 or a percentile rank of 87 (3.0/4.3 scale).

-The criteria for Basic Scholarship support may vary or change based on the specific policy.

-The Jigok Scholarship follows the continued support criteria of the National Excellence Scholarship (STEM).

Permanent Disqualification Criteria for Basic Scholarship

If students meet any of the permanent disqualification criteria for the type of Basic Scholarship they receive, they will lose their eligibility for the scholarship, and any awarded funds must be returned. For detailed criteria beyond the items listed here, please refer to the POVIS system or contact the relevant office.

Permanent Disqualification Criteria for Basic Scholarship
Scholarship Type	Permanent Disqualification Criteria
Presidential Science Scholarship	For first-year recipients: failure to meet the continued support criteria for 2 consecutive semesters. For third-year recipients: failure to meet the continued support criteria for 1 semester. If the student advances to a non-STEM field or changes their major to a field outside of STEM, etc.
National Excellence Scholarship (STEM)	Failure to meet the continued support criteria for 2 semesters within the first 2 years(1st and 2nd year). Failure to meet the mid-term evaluation criteria (2+2)* *Failure to meet the mid-term evaluation criteria (2+2) Target: Students entering the 5th semester Academic Performance: Cumulative percentile rank of 87(3.0) or higher over 4 semesters Credits Earned: Completion of at least 40% of the required graduation credits over 4 semesters Failure to meet the continued support criteria for 1 semester during the additional 2 years of support (3rd and 4th year), etc.
Jigok Scholarship	Follows the permanent disqualification criteria of the National Excellence Scholarship (STEM).

International Undergraduate Scholarships

Eligibility

International students who are admitted through the international undergraduate admission track.
(Note: Students with foreign nationality admitted through the domestic or Korean overseas admissions track are not eligible.)

Tuition Scholarship

All admitted international students at POSTECH receive full scholarships upon enrollment.
If they meet the continuous support criteria set by POSTECH, they can receive tuition support for the full 8 semesters of their regular program.
(The same scholarship criteria apply as for domestic undergraduate students.)

Non-Tuition Scholarships

International students may also be eligible for various types of financial support, including initial settlement grant, living allowance, work-study opportunities,
and Korean proficiency scholarship.
(For details, please refer to “Types and Criteria of Scholarships.”)

최종수정일: Last Updated Date: July 17, 2025

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