2022 GLOBAL KOREA SCHOLARSHIP

Graduate Degree Program

Application Checklist
☐ Embassy Track (공관전형) ☐ University Track (대학전형)
Name of Institution Receiving Application (공관/대학명): ___________________________________________________

1) Name of Applicant(성명) : (Family, Given, Middle)

2) Country of Citizenship(국가) :

3) Checklist (Submission of Documents) Please check (√) in the appropriate box.

Type No. Application Documents Master's Doctoral Research Check

1 (form 1) Application Form Required Required Required

2 (form 2) Personal Statement Required Required Required
3 (form 3) Study Plan Required Required
Documents 4 (form 4) Research Proposal (only applicable for research program applicants) Required
to complete
(Required) 5 (form 5) ONE letter of Recommendation Required Required Required
6 (form 6) Letter of Invitation (issued by the research program university) Required
7 (form 7) GKS Applicant Agreement Required Required Required
8 (form 8) Personal Medical Assessment Required Required Required
9 Bachelor's graduation certicate (or diploma) Required Required Required
9' Bachelor's degree transcript Required Required Required
10 Master's graduation certicate (or diploma) Required Required
10' Master's degree transcript Required Required
Doctoral graduation certicate (or diploma)
11 Required
- only applicable for Postdoctoral Research program applicants
Doctoral degree transcript
Certificates 11' Required
- only applicable for Postdoctoral Research program applicants
(Required)
Certificate of Employment
12 Required
- only applicable for E.S.C.I. Professionals
*Only
13 Applicant's/Parent(s)' Proof of Citizenship and family relationship Document Required Required Required
required for
relevant 14 Proof of Overseas Korean Document/Proof of Korean Adoptee Document Optional Optional Optional
applciants 15 Proof of Korean Citizenship Renunciation Document Optional Optional Optional
16 Proof of Korean War Veteran's Descendant Optional Optional Optional
Current Korean Language Teaching Professionals
17 1) Certificate of Employment (teaching subject clearly indicated) Optional Optional
2) Certificate of Teaching Career (years taught specified)
Preliminary Korean Language Teaching Professionals
18 1) Certificate of "Korean language teaching professionals training course (한 Optional Optional
국어 교원양성 과정)" (classes taken should be specified)
Score report of valid TOPIK or English Proficiency Test
19 Optional Optional Optional
- submit printouts from an official website
Other
Published books and research papers, copy of awards and other certificates etc.
documents 20 Optional Optional Optional
- submit in photocopied documents
(Optional)
Applicant's Passport Copy
21 Optional Optional Optional
- submit in photocopied documents
 FORM 1. 2022 Global Korea Scholarship Application
Please check (☒) the following. Click the box to check or uncheck.

1. Application Track 지원 전형
☐ Embassy 재외공관 ☐ University 국내대학
2. Type of Application 지원 프로그램 구분
☐ General 일반 ☐ R&D 연구개발
☐ Research 연구과정 ☐ Regional University 지방대
☐ Overseas Koreans 재외동포 ☐ Korean Language Teaching Professionals 한국어교원
3. Desired Field of Study 희망계열 (Please refer to the “University Information” file)
☐ Liberal Arts 인문 ☐ Social Science 사회
☐ Natural Science 자연 ☐ Technology and Engineering 공학
☐ Arts and Sports 예체능 ☐ Education 교육
4. Degree Program to Apply 지원 학위 과정
☐ Master’s Degree 석사 과정 ☐ Doctoral Degree 박사 과정 ☐ Research 연구 과정
Please complete the form below. It must be typed in English ONLY. Delete the examples when typing your own information.

5. Information of the Applicant 지원자 정보

Family Name 성

Full Name Given Name 이름

성명 Photo
Middle Name 중간 이름
Size: 3cm x 4cm
*Please write your full name as indicated on your passport or official documents
증명사진
Date of Birth (YYYY-MM-DD)
e.g., 1990-03-27 Gender 성별 ☐ Male ☐ Female
생년월일

Country of Citizenship 국적 국가

Korean Citizenship Applicant’s Parent(s) ☐ Yes ☐ No

Applicant ☐ Yes ☐ No
한국국적 여부 (if any one of your parents has Korean Citizenship, check ‘YES’)

Current or previous GKS scholar 기존 GKS 장학생 재지원 ☐ No ☐ Yes (selected year: /degree achieved: )
Address
Contact Information
Phone (start with the country code)
지원자 본인 연락처
*Must be applicant’s
E-mail

6. Language Abilities 어학 능력
☐1 ☐2 ☐3 ☐4 ☐5 ☐6 급 English Proficiency Test ☐ TOEIC e.g., 850
TOPIK Level
Test Held/Test Date (회차/시험일) Scores ☐ TOEFL
한국어능력시험 성적
e.g., 78th, 2021-10-16 영어공인시험 성적 ☐ IELTS
7. Academic Background 학력 정보
Bachelor’s Degree (Required for all applicants)

University Name 학교명

Location (Country) 소재국

Previous Degree
University
직전 학위과정 대학 Major 전공

Date of Graduation Date indicated in your graduation certificate (or certificate of expected graduation)
(or) Expected Graduation (YYYY-MM-DD)
졸업일 혹은 졸업예정일
Degree Thesis Title (If available)

Published books &

(If available)
research papers
Awards (If available)

Master’s Degree (Required for Doctoral degree/Research program applicants)

University Name 학교명

Location (Country) 소재국

Previous Degree
University
직전 학위과정 대학 Major 전공

Date of Graduation Date indicated in your graduation certificate (or certificate of expected graduation)
(or) Expected Graduation (YYYY-MM-DD)
졸업일 혹은 졸업예정일
Degree Thesis Title (If available)

Published books &

(If available)
research papers
Awards (If available)

Doctoral Degree (Required for Postdoctoral research program applicants)

University Name 학교명

Location (Country) 소재국

Previous Degree
University
직전 학위과정 대학 Major 전공

Date indicated in your graduation certificate (YYYY-MM-DD)

Date of Graduation
졸업일

Degree Thesis Title (If available)

Published books &

(If available)
research papers
Awards (If available)
8. Information on Academic Transcript / Grades 성적 정보

CGPA indicated on your academic transcript Score Percentile (Required)

Cumulative GPA (CGPA)
of Previous Degree 성적표 상 표기된 평균평점 백분율 환산 점수(필수기입)
program (/4.0, /4.3, /4.5, /5.0, or /100) If your transcript does not have score percentile, refer to Appendix A.
GPA Conversion Table to convert your CGPA into 100 points scale
직전 학위*
e.g., 4.15/5.0
전체평균평점 /100
* i.e.) If an applicant is applying for a doctoral degree, his/her previous degree program should be a master's degree program
※ If your CGPA does not belong to any of the GPA scales we accept (4.0, 4.3, 4.5, 5.0 or 100 point scale), provide your original CGPA and your
converted CGPA. (i.e., 0.85/1.0  90/100) In this case, you must submit supplementary document(s) officially issued by your university that
supports your converted grade.

GPA indicated on your academic transcript 성적표 상 표기된 학기별/학년별 평점

* If needed, you may modify columns
Year 1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year

Semester
1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2
/Term
Grades
3.95/5.0 / / / / / / /
or Rank
※ If your academic transcript only indicates CGPA and does not provide GPA per semester, then you may leave this table empty.

9. Choice of University and Department 지원대학 및 학과

Other (i.e., major)
University 대학 Field of Study 계열 Department 학과 (optional)
기타(세부전공 등)
choose universities among Type A or B
Choice 1 e.g., Liberal Arts
☐ choose universities among Type A or B
Embassy Choice 2
Track
choose a university ONLY from Type B
Choice 3

choose universities among Type A or B

☐ University Track

※ Attention! Please refer to “University Information” file posted with the application guidelines.
 Embassy Track applicants must choose THREE different universities.
 University Track applicants must choose ONE university.
 Field of Study and Department: should match the information provided in the “University Information” file.

10. Previous Visits to Korea or Currently Residing in Korea (if any) 한국 방문 혹은 체류 정보(해당자만 기재)

Period Purpose of Stay City of Region Affiliated Organization (if any) Visa Type
방문/체류 기간 방문/체류 목적 도시/지역 방문/체류 기관(해당자만) 비자 종류

e.g., 2019.July~August e.g., exchange student e.g., Seoul e.g., GKS University e.g., D-4

※ Please put your visa type especially when you are currently residing in Korea.
11. Previously Received Scholarship from Korean Government or Institutions (if any) 한국 장학금 수혜사실(해당자만)

Period Name of the Scholarship Sponsor

수혜 기간 장학금 이름 지원 기관
e.g., GKS Non-degree program for foreign exchange
e.g., NIIED
students

THE ANSWERS I HAVE GIVEN ABOVE ARE TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. IF MY

ANSWERS CONTAIN ANY KIND OF FALSEHOOD, I WILL TAKE ANY LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY.

Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature

 FORM 2. PERSONAL STATEMENT
Instructions: Please type in Korean or in English. The essay must be single spaced within TWO pages, with the font Times New
Roman/바탕체/돋움체, size 11. (11 points) The essay should include the following items. Please remove the instructions after reading it.

- Motivations with which you apply for this program

- Educational background
- Significant experiences you have had; persons or events that have had a significant influence on you
- Extracurricular activities such as club activities, community service activities or work experiences
- If applicable, describe awards you have received, publications you have made, or skills you have acquired, etc.

Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature

 FORM 3. STUDY PLAN
Instructions: Please type in Korean or in English. The essay must be single spaced within THREE page, with the font Times New
Roman/바탕체/돋움체, size 11. (11 points) Please remove the instructions after reading it.

Language Study o Study plans to improve Korean/English language ability required for taking a degree
Plan course before and after you come to Korea.

Goal of study &

o Goal of study and detailed study plan
Study Plan

Future Plan
o Future plan in Korea or another country after finishing GKS program
after Study

Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature

 FORM 4. RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Instructions: This form is required for the Research Program applicants ONLY. Please type in Korean or in English. The proposal must be
single spaced, with the font Times New Roman/바탕체/돋움체, size 11size 11. (*11 points). Please write in as much detail as possible, but not
exceeding FIVE pages. Please remove the instructions after reading it.

▣ Research Topic

▣ Research Objectives

▣ Detailed Research Plan

▣ Research Methodology

▣ Expected Results of the Research

▣ Research Timetable

Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature

 FORM 4. RECOMMENDATION LETTER
Instructions: Please fill in your name and other required information below and deliver (or email) this form to the person who will write the
recommendation letter. Request your referee to seal the letter of recommendation in an official envelope and sign across the back flap.
Recommendation letters that are not signed and sealed will not be accepted.

Name of Applicant: (Family Name) (Given Name)

Country of Citizenship:

Desired Degree Program: ☐ Master’s ☐ Doctoral ☐ Research

Intended Major:

To be completed by the referee:

Your frank and candid evaluation of the applicant will be highly appreciated in the selection of Global Korea Scholarship
awardees and the admissions to a Korean university. We greatly appreciate your time and effort.

*You may use your own recommendation letter template and attach your letter to this form. We hope to glean the
following information of the applicant from your recommendation letter:

- How long have you known the applicant and in what relationship?
- What are applicant’s capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses? (in regards to academic achievement, passion and interest for intended
major, future academic potential, integrity, responsibility, independence, creativity, adaptability, communication skills, and others)
- Please comment on the applicant’s performance record, potential, or personal qualities which you believe would be helpful in
considering the applicant’s application for the proposed degree/research program.

Recommender’s Name

Recommender’s Signature Date

Position or Title: School (Institution):

Address:

(zip-code: )

Email: Tel:

*Instruction for the recommender: After completing the recommendation letter, please add date and your signature at the
bottom. Recommendation letters that are not signed and dated will not be considered valid. Please attach this form and your
recommendation letter sealed in an envelope (sign across the back flap) and deliver the sealed envelope to the applicant.

** For the recommenders of Embassy Track Applicants: Please printout or make three additional photocopies of the letter you
wrote and sign all copies (1 original and 3 photocopied letters) respectively. Please enclose all 4 letters and this form altogether
in an official envelope and sign across the back flap.
 FORM 6. LETTER OF INVITATION
This form is required for the Research Program applicants ONLY and must be completed by the staff or faculty of the
inviting university.

A. Applicant Information

Full Name

Nationality Final Degree

Current
Current Position
Affiliation
B. Invitation Details
Period of
Department
Invitation
Professor (signature)
* Please briefly describe the applicant’s research topic and plan.

Research Plan

1. Please check all that applies:

☐ Participation in our university’s research project;
☐ Support for coursework, as in auditing a course;
☐ Personal research office
☐ Access to the university’s library
☐ Financial support for attending academic conferences
University’s ☐ On-campus accommodation
Support
Plan ☐ Other
2. University Support Details

I hereby confirm that our university (institution) will invite the above person as a research program scholar under the
Korean Government Scholarship Program.

Date (yyyy-mm-dd):
President (Signature) University (Official Seal)
FORM 7. GKS APPLICANT AGREEMENT

As an applicant for 2022 Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate degree program, I agree to
abide by the following;

(1) The information I have provided in this application forms are true and accurate and all
documents I submitted to the National Institute for International Education (hereafter NIIED)
are genuine. ☐
(2) I understand that all the documents submitted to NIIED for GKS will not be returned regardless
of the final outcome of the selection process. ☐
(3) I will abide by all the Korean laws and ordinances. ☐
(4) I will respect and uphold the values of the Korean culture and society. ☐
(5) I will fulfill my responsibilities as a GKS scholar to the best of my abilities. ☐
(6) I will not participate in any form of political activities (such as organizing or joining a political
party, attending political meetings, publishing articles and declarations, and organizing or
participating in political demonstrations). ☐
(7) I will maintain financial integrity at a personal level. ☐
(8) I accept NIIED’s decision concerning the degree program and the Korean language program. ☐
(9) I understand that once I am selected as a GKS scholar. I am not permitted to change the
university, either for the Korean language program. ☐
(10) I will abide by the academic regulations and requirements of NIIED, Korean language
institution, and university. ☐
(11) I understand that if I have any dependents that will accompany me to Korea, I am responsible
for all matters concerning those dependents such as visa issuance and that NIIED will not
provide any extra expenses or support regarding my dependents. ☐
(12) I give permission to NIIED, the Ministry of Education of Korea, the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs of Korea, the Ministry of Justice of Korea, and affiliated institutions to use the contact
information provided in my application for the purpose of visa issuance, communication,
conducting surveys, and sharing information as needed. ☐
(13) I hereby authorize NIIED to verify the information disclosed in this application form and the
documents required by GKS as well as to collect any other information deemed necessary by
GKS to determine my suitability as an applicant from any institution, organization or individual
issuing said information and/or documentation. This includes but is not limited to contacting
recommenders or previous employers. ☐
(14) I hereby understand that all information provided to NIIED will be stored in secured servers
where access will be limited to GKS team and its affiliates. I understand that all reasonable
efforts will be made to protect confidential and sensitive information. By signing below and
submitting my application, I agree to these terms. ☐
(15) I understand that failure to uphold any of the above statements may be grounds for
termination of my scholarship offer. ☐
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「National Institute for International Education (NIIED)」 intents to collect and use your
personal information including disclosure to third parties for the GKS selection, based on the
「Personal Information Protection Act」 and its provisions. We will use the collected data only for
its intended purpose and inform the user for an agreement whenever the purpose of information
collection is changed. Please provide us whether you agree or not on the terms of personal data
collection and usage after referring to the information below.

Agreement on Collection and Use of Personal Data

NIIED collects and uses the applicants’ Personal Information; and is able to provide such information for a third party in
accordance with NIIED policy and regulations.
- Personal Information Collected: name, date of birth, sex, nationality, contact information, TOPIK score,
career and educational record, university information applied, and language proficiency
- Purpose: Selecting GKS Scholar
- Retention Period: 5 year
① If you do not approve our collection and use of your personal information, you have the right to refuse to the use of
personal information mentioned above. However, due to your refusal, your application may be excluded in the selection
procedure.

Agree Disagree
Agreement on Collection and Use of Sensitive Information
① NIIED collects and uses the participants’ Sensitive Information; and is able to provide such information for a third party
in accordance with NIIED’s policy and regulations.
- Sensitive Information Collected : Medical information
- Purpose: Selecting GKS Scholar
- Retention Period : 1 year for hard copy / 20 years for soft copy
② If you do not approve our collection and use of your personal information, you have the right to refuse to the use of
personal information mentioned above. However, due to your refusal, your application may be excluded in the selection
procedure.

Agree Disagree

I confirm that I read all of the above conditions. I also understand that the violation of any one of
the above might result in suspension or cancellation of the scholarship.

Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature

 FORM 8. PERSONAL MEDICAL ASSESSMENT
Attention! This form is just a personal medical assessment and applicants do not need to get a comprehensive medical examination at this stage.
However, all applicants who pass the 2nd round of selection must receive comprehensive medical checkup and submit an Official Medical
Examination issued by a medical doctor or a licensed hospital. (The Official Medical Examination form will be posted in the GKS Notice board
along with the announcement of successful candidates of 2nd round of selection) After arriving in Korea, all GKS scholars will be subject to a
medical examination (including TBPE drug test) administered by NIIED in accordance with the requirements of the Korea Immigration Service.
If the results show that the applicant is unfit to study and live overseas, he or she may be disqualified from the scholarship.

Gender ☐ Male ☐ Female HEIGHT cm WEIGHT kg

QUESTION YES NO IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN
Have you ever had an infectious disease that posed a
risk to public health? (e.g. tuberculosis)
Do you have allergies?
Do you have hyper tension?
Do you have diabetes?
Do you have any type of Hepatitis?
Have you ever suffered from or been treated for
depression, anxiety, or any other mental or mood
disorder? (If you have received treatment, please
explain and attach an official medical report.)
Have you ever been addicted to alcohol?
Have you ever abused any narcotic, stimulant,
hallucinogen or other substance, either legally or
illegally?
Have you been hospitalized in the last two (2) years?
Have you had any serious injury, ailment or sickness
in the last five (5) years?
Do you have any visual or hearing impairment?
Do you have any physical disabilities?
Do you have any cognitive/mental disabilities?
Are you taking any prescribed medication?
Are you on a special diet?
Are you pregnant?
Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Applicant’s Full Name Signature