Seoul National University (SNU) Global EDGE Fellowship Program Fall 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
If you are a highly motivated doctoral student seeking an exceptional academic opportunity in South Korea, applications are now open for the Seoul National University (SNU) Global EDGE Fellowship Program Fall 2025. This prestigious fellowship, offered under the Brain Korea 21 (BK21) Four Project, is designed to support outstanding students engaged in advanced research, while fostering a global intellectual community at one of Asia’s top universities. Here's everything you need to know.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Host Institution: Seoul National University (SNU)
Study Level: Doctoral / Integrated Master’s to Doctoral (entered doctoral stage in 2025)
Target Group: New or continuing doctoral students affiliated with BK21 Four Project research teams
Fields of Study: All departments affiliated with the BK21 Four Project at SNU
Value & Coverage:
Full tuition waiver
Monthly stipend of KRW 1,800,000
Duration: Maximum of 4 semesters (within normative study period)
Application Deadline: October 14, 2025
Start Date: Fall Semester 2025
Eligible To: Domestic and international doctoral students meeting BK21 Four Project participation requirements
📚 Scholarship Overview
The Global EDGE Fellowship Program is part of Seoul National University’s BK21 Four Project, a national research initiative supported by the Korean government. It aims to:
Attract top-tier international and domestic doctoral students.
Foster a vibrant, research-driven academic community.
Support global competitiveness in advanced research fields.
Recipients will engage in research projects under the BK21 framework, contributing to the university’s mission of creating cutting-edge knowledge and innovation.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Full tuition exemption for up to 4 semesters.
Generous monthly stipend of KRW 1,800,000, supporting living and research expenses.
Research integration into BK21 Four Project teams, offering access to top-tier faculty and facilities.
Networking opportunities with international peers and scholars across disciplines.
Academic excellence requirement: Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0/4.3 or above.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the SNU Global EDGE Fellowship, applicants must:
Be new doctoral students admitted in the 1st or 2nd semester of 2025, or students in an integrated Master’s & Doctoral program who entered the doctoral stage in the same period.
Be enrolled in a department affiliated with a BK21 Four Project educational group.
Be actively participating in BK21 Four Project-supported research.
Not be receiving other scholarships that provide tuition waivers or BK21-based financial support.
📝 Application Procedure
Prepare and complete the required documents (see below).
Submit documents to your designated college administration office well in advance of the deadline.
The administration office will forward applications to the Office of International Affairs (OIA).
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview in October 2025.
Final results will be announced after the interview process.
🗂️ Required Documents
Completed Application Form
Academic transcripts & graduation certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s).
For Integrated Master’s & Doctoral students, only Bachelor’s documents required.
Recommendation letter from a professor in the applicant’s SNU department.
BK21 Four Project Research Participation Confirmation:
BK21 Four Project Participation Confirmation Form.
Research Participation Confirmation (from the SRnD system).
📆 Important Dates
Internal College Deadline: Varies – applicants must confirm with their respective colleges.
Final Submission Deadline to OIA: October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Interviews & Final Results: October 2025
Note: Early submission is strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for college-level processing.
Contact Information
For inquiries, applicants may contact:
Ms. ChaeEun Lee
Office of International Affairs, Seoul National University
📞 +82-2-880-2519
🗂️ Resources
🚀 Why Apply?
The SNU Global EDGE Fellowship offers not only generous financial support but also the opportunity to join a world-renowned academic community at the heart of South Korea’s premier research university. By engaging in the BK21 Four Project, fellows gain exposure to interdisciplinary research, international collaborations, and a platform to advance their academic and professional careers.
