One of the best programs in South Korea. The applications are now open for the POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program 2026. It is a fully funded student exchange program in which participants will take part in different courses, participate in Research activities, and experience Korean Culture and industry. As a Global Young Leader, all expenses throughout the stay in South Korea will be covered by POSCO & POSTECH. The program lasts for 01 Full Academic Year (10 months, September to June). Below are more details about the requirements, financial benefits, and the application process.
Details About POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program 2026
- Host Country: South Korea
- Location: POSTECH University
- Duration: 1 Year
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 28th February 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Round-Trip Flight Ticket
- Visa & Transportation Fee: 500,000 KRW once
- Living Expenses: 1,000,000 KRW per month
- Additional Scholarship Opportunity.
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Structure of the POSTECH GYLP
- LEAD: Leadership, Engagement, Achievement, and Development.
- Take Academic Courses at POSTECH
- Learn Korean Language Courses
- Carry out the Research in Winters for four weeks.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Current Enrollment: Must be a 2nd or 3rd-year undergraduate student at a POSTECH partner institution.
- Minimum GPA: At least 3.3 out of 4.3 (or equivalent: B+, 3.3/4.0, 4.5/5.0, or 85%).
- English Proficiency: Must provide one of the following official test scores:
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- IELTS Academic: 7.5
- Duolingo: 135
- Language Policy: Other test types or certificates from your home institution are not accepted.
- Exemptions: English proficiency requirements are waived for applicants whose home institutions are located in:
Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, or the United States.
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Required Documents
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Official Academic Transcript
- English Language Certificate
- Recommendation Letter(s)
- Copy of Passport
- CV / Resume
- Statement of Purpose
- Self-Introduction Video
- Letter of Nomination.
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How to Apply for the POSTECH Global Young Leaders Program?
Candidates can register online from the POSTECH IR portal. The link is below.
APPLY FOR THE POSTECH GYLP 2026





