Same scholarship, different names. KGSP (Korean Government Scholarship Program) was rebranded to GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) around 2010. Some embassies and websites still use KGSP. Some use both. They refer to the same program administered by NIIED.
Full tuition, KRW 900,000/month stipend (~$660 USD), round-trip airfare, settlement allowance (KRW 200,000), medical insurance, and 1-year Korean language program. See our detailed scholarship amount breakdown.
No. Absolutely not. NIIED cross-checks all applications. If they find you applied through both tracks, you are immediately disqualified from both. Choose one track. Read our embassy vs university comparison.
Minimum 80% cumulative GPA (or equivalent). NIIED uses their own conversion table. Check eligibility requirements for details.
No. You don't need Korean to apply. That is why there is a mandatory 1-year Korean language program. However, having TOPIK certification earns you up to 10% bonus points. See our Korean language guide.
Only if you have TOPIK Level 5 or 6. No other exemptions. Even if you are fluent but lack TOPIK certification, you do the language year.
Limited. During the language year, essentially no. During your degree, max 20 hours/week during semesters with university permission. See our living costs guide.
Yes, via D-10 job-seeking visa (1-2 years). But only 8.2% of GKS alumni get employed in Korea. It is very difficult. Read our after graduation reality check.