About the Scholarship Scheme
Cumulative GPA above 80% (equivalent to minimum 3.2/4.0 or 4.0/5.0 CGPA) or in the top 20% of class.
100% Full Tuition Waiver with zero out-of-pocket tuition liability.
Monthly living allowance deposited directly into your bank account.
Roundtrip economy flights from your home country included.
Full international health surcharge / NHS medical insurance covered.
Zero application fees ($0 / ₦0) on the official provider portal.
Exclusive alumni network spanning global corporate & policy leaders.
Institutional Profile & Rules
Scholarship Funding & Complete Benefits
Comprehensive breakdown of all expenses covered under this award.
100% Tuition Fees Coverage
100% Full Tuition Waiver across all degree years funded directly by NIIED
Zero Tuition LiabilityMonthly Living Allowance
₩1,000,000 per month living stipend (₩1,300,000/month for Doctoral candidates)
Direct DepositInternational Travel
Full roundtrip economy class airfare provided
Roundtrip CoveredMedical & Health Cover
Korean National Health Insurance (NHIS) fully covered throughout degree stay
Full Surcharge PaidArrival Grant & Research Allowance
₩200,000 settlement allowance, 1-year intensive Korean language training, and degree completion grant of ₩100,000
Relocation SupportApplication Fee ($0 Guarantee)
Free ($0)
$0 / ₦0 VerifiedYour Profile Compatibility
Evaluated across 6 criteria benchmarks using your saved student profile.
Eligibility Checklist
Nationality / Origin: Open to African Scholars (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Your nationality is confirmed eligible for this scheme.
Academic Degree Level: BACHELOR
Matches your current education trajectory.
Field Discipline: cs it, data ai, engineering
Eligible across accredited faculty programs.
Academic Standing / Minimum CGPA: 4/5.0 (First Class or 2:1)
Exceeds the minimum academic cutoff requirement.
English Proficiency / WAEC Waiver: WAEC C6+ Accepted (IELTS Exempted)
No mandatory $250 IELTS fee required for eligible applicants.
Work Experience / Leadership: Not strictly required; academic transcript consistency is primary benchmark.
Extracurricular leadership & university involvement qualify.
Official Application Roadmap & Stages
Follow these verified stages to submit a winning application.
Apply either via the Embassy Track (submit to Korean Embassy in your home country) or University Track (direct to Korean university).
First round screening by Embassy or University in February/March (Graduate) or September/October (Undergraduate).
NIIED selection committee conducts second round evaluation in April/May.
Medical clearance and final announcement in June; departure to Korea in August.
Always begin your application at least 3 weeks prior to the official deadline. Secure your academic recommendation letters early and ensure your statement of purpose links your chosen studies with measurable future contributions in your home community.
Required Document Vault
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ScholarshipHQ Intelligence Guide
Clear answers to common questions about eligibility, deadlines, and funding.
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