magine spending a full year living and studying in South Korea without paying a penny. The POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program 2026-2027 is a fully funded chance for students to experience life at a top university. This student exchange program is paid for by POSCO and POSTECH to help train the world’s future leaders. If you get selected, they don’t just pay your school fees; they also give you 1,000,000 KRW every single month to help you buy food and enjoy your time there.
This fully funded leadership program is about learning and becoming a leader through a special plan called “LEAD+”. You won’t just be sitting in a classroom; you will take at least six important classes related to your major, not just easy ones. You will also learn to speak the Korean language and join in on cultural trips to see the country. During the winter break, you even get to do real research for four weeks to learn new skills with a professor.
You do not need to worry about the cost of travel because this fully funded scholarship covers almost everything. They will buy your round-trip airplane tickets to fly you to Korea and back home. They also give you a one-time payment of 500,000 KRW to help with your Visa and moving costs. By the time you finish in June, you will have an official certificate and a report card to show everyone what you achieved. It is a perfect way to build your future.
POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program 2026 in South Korea:
Host Country:
- South Korea
Host University:
- POSTECH, Pohang University of Science and Technology
GYLP South Korea Durtion:
- 1 Full Academic Year (10 months, September to June)
Benefits of the POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program in South Korea:
The POSTECH leadership program provides an “Exceptional Scholarship Package” ensuring that all expenses throughout the stay in Korea are covered by POSCO & POSTECH.
- Selected students receive 1,000,000 KRW per month for living expenses.
- The program covers Round-Trip Flight Tickets to and from Korea.
- A one-time payment of 500,000 KRW is provided for Visa and Transportation fees.
- Students can earn extra scholarships through the “Nuri Impact Creator” (social network promotion) or “Hangeul Merit” (Korean language test results) initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria of the POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program in South Korea:
- You must currently be enrolled in the 2nd or 3rd year of an Undergraduate Degree Program at a POSTECH partner institution.
- Applicants must have an overall GPA of at least 3.3 out of 4.3. This is equivalent to a B+, 3.3/4.0, 4.5/5.0, or 85%.
- English Proficiency: Unless your home institution is in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or Ireland, you must provide one of the following valid test scores:
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- IELTS Academic: 7.5
- Duolingo: 135
- Note: Certificates from your home university are NOT accepted.
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Application process of the POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program in South Korea:
- Submit your application and required documents through the POSTECH IR Portal. Monitor your email for requests to supplement missing documents.
- The International Relations Office reviews applications based on academic background, research potential, and study plans. An online interview may be required for some candidates.
- Final selection takes about 4-5 weeks after the deadline, based on application quality and placement availability.
- Admission results are announced via email, including the Global Young Leaders Guide.
Document Required for the Global Young Leaders Program Korea:
- Certificate of Enrollment (Issued within 6 months).
- Official Academic Transcript in English (Must include overall GPA).
- English Language Certificate (Issued within two years).
- Recommendation Letters: Up to three letters from faculty or supervisors (friends/relatives are strictly ignored).
- Statement of Purpose: 500–1,000 words focusing on academic background and interests.
- Self-Introduction Video: A 3 to 10-minute video presenting yourself and your willingness to participate.
- Letter of Nomination: Signed by your home institution’s Outgoing Coordinator.
- Passport Copy: Valid for at least six months after the program ends.
GYLP Korea Deadline:
- December – February
