Yonsei Companion Scholarship
Yonsei's main graduate scholarship for international students, granted at admission across all graduate schools.
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- nationalityOpen to international graduate students admitted to Yonsei.
- languageMeets Yonsei graduate admission criteria for English or Korean.
- educationMaster'sBachelor's degree
- educationPhDMaster's degree
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What you get
Often awarded automatically with admission. Renewable based on academic performance.
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At a glance
Eligibility by track
- Master's trackBachelor's degreeDuration: 2 years
- PhD trackMaster's degreeDuration: 4 years
- Integrated MS plus PhD trackBachelor's degreeDuration: 5 years
Deadlines and tracks
- Fall 2026 intakeApril to May 2026
- Spring 2026 intakeprevious cycleSeptember to October 2025
Frequently asked questions
Is Yonsei Companion Scholarship fully funded?
Yonsei Companion Scholarship is partially funded. It covers 30 percent to 100 percent of tuition depending on admission evaluation. Check the official site for current stipend and allowance details.
Who is eligible to apply for Yonsei Companion Scholarship?
Open to international graduate students admitted to Yonsei. Meets Yonsei graduate admission criteria for English or Korean. For the masters track: Bachelor's degree For the phd track: Master's degree For the integrated track: Bachelor's degree
When does Yonsei Companion Scholarship accept applications?
Fall 2026 intake: April to May 2026. Spring 2026 intake: September to October 2025.
Can I apply to Yonsei Companion Scholarship without speaking Korean?
Yes. Yonsei Companion Scholarship offers English-taught program options. Meets Yonsei graduate admission criteria for English or Korean.
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Why this scholarship matters
Because Companion awards are decided alongside admission, the strength of your application directly drives your tuition discount. There is no separate scholarship deadline to track.