Daejin University – IUCEA Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Study Opportunity in South Korea for East African Students @Daejin University

Overview

The Daejin University – IUCEA Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications, offering an exceptional opportunity for students from East Africa to pursue undergraduate and graduate studies in South Korea with substantial financial support.

Eligibility

To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of the East African Community (EAC) member states, which include Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Somalia.
• Academic Requirements: Completion of O’Level and A’Level (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of B in Mathematics or English. Graduation years must be 2023, 2024, or 2025.
• Age Limits: Undergraduate applicants must be below 25 years; Master's applicants must be below 30 years.
• English Proficiency: Minimum IELTS of 5.5, CEFR B2, or TOEFL iBT 59 or higher.
• Financial Proof: Provide a 6-month bank statement with a minimum balance of $16,000.

Benefits

• Undergraduate Students: 100% tuition and dormitory fee waiver for Year 1 (limited to 16 positions, 2 per EAC country).
• Master’s Students: 100% tuition and dormitory fee waiver for Semester 1 (unlimited slots).
• Additional Opportunities: Performance-based scholarships for subsequent semesters and access to part-time work opportunities in South Korea.

How to Apply

The application process consists of two main stages:

• Stage 1: IUCEA Screening - Submit application via an online form and send required documents to the official email.
• Stage 2: Daejin University Selection - Interview via Zoom and document verification.

Deadline

• Application Deadline: April 30, 2026