University of Science and Technology (UST) Graduate Admission & Scholarships

The University of Science and Technology (UST) in South Korea is a government-funded graduate university that operates in partnership with national research institutes. It offers research-intensive Master’s and PhD programs with strong financial support for international students.

What’s Offered

• Full tuition coverage for admitted graduate students

• A monthly stipend to support living expenses

  • Master’s students receive a lower monthly stipend

  • PhD students receive a higher monthly stipend

• Additional research funding through participation in institute-based projects

• Access to advanced laboratories and national research infrastructure

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to international applicants applying for Master’s or PhD programs

• Applicants must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree (for Master’s) or master’s degree (for PhD)

• Strong academic background and research potential are required

• English proficiency is required; Korean is not mandatory for admission

Process & Structure

• Applicants apply directly to UST and select a participating research institute as their academic base

• Programs are research-centered, with students working closely under institute supervisors

• Admission includes document screening and interviews conducted by the institute

• Students enroll as UST graduate students while conducting research at affiliated institutes

Fields of Study
UST offers graduate programs in areas such as:

• Engineering and Advanced Technology

• Natural Sciences

• Information Technology and AI

• Energy, Environment, and Materials Science

• Biotechnology and Health Sciences

Deadline

• Application cycles are typically held twice a year (Spring and Fall intake), with deadlines varying by program and institute