SNU President FellowshipSPF
SNU's signature PhD fellowship for students from developing countries. Full tuition plus a monthly stipend.
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- nationalityCitizens of designated developing countries, prioritized for academic excellence.
- languageEnglish or Korean proficiency meeting SNU admission criteria.
- educationPhDMaster's degree
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What you get
Approximately 50 PhD slots per year. Lab funding often supplements the base stipend.
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At a glance
Eligibility by track
- PhD trackMaster's degreeDuration: 4 years
Deadlines and tracks
- Application windowCoincides with SNU graduate admissions, March and September
Frequently asked questions
Is SPF fully funded?
Yes. SNU President Fellowship covers 100 percent of tuition, plus a monthly stipend of KRW 600,000. Approximately 50 PhD slots per year. Lab funding often supplements the base stipend.
Who is eligible to apply for SPF?
Citizens of designated developing countries, prioritized for academic excellence. English or Korean proficiency meeting SNU admission criteria. For the phd track: Master's degree
When does SPF accept applications?
Application window: Coincides with SNU graduate admissions, March and September.
Can I apply to SPF without speaking Korean?
Yes. SNU President Fellowship offers English-taught program options. English or Korean proficiency meeting SNU admission criteria.
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Why this scholarship matters
SPF is competitive but offers the SNU brand with a structured stipend that is rare for non-STEM PhD students. Apply through SNU graduate admissions; the fellowship is awarded by faculty review.