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#1 flight tickets and visa

As I mentioned in my last post, the application process for gks is quite long and stressful. As you wait for the results of the first, second and third round, all you wish is to know the final results: Whether you're going or not. And you kind of expect everything will be fine once you know that all the effort and money was not in vain. In reality you only have a few days to celebrate the achievement before another stress period starts. It can be very individual depending on the country you're from and university you will attend but there are probably very few awardees who would consider the following process easy or unproblematic. (I decided to write down the whole process including dates in case it can help anyone in the future.)

After the final results were out on 30.06. it took about a week for NIIED to send us the Invitation letter (NIIED was sending out the emails in an alphabetical order so some people received it in 7 days and some later. Mine came on 10.07.). Following that the procedure depends on your uni. I know that many universities sent out CoAs (Certificate of Acceptance) very promptly and students could start their visa application process almost right away. For me, it took almost a month. But we will get to it later.

First, I received a survey asking me for details regarding my flight ticket. The school you're going to attend first is responsible for buying your ticket, so if you're attending language institute first and it's different from your uni (I think that after 2023 it's the case for only 5 universities), they will be the one to contact you. The survey came on 04.07. and there we questions such as prefered date of departure, prefered airport of departure, etc.

Important thing to note is that you have to depart from your home country, otherwise, the ticket won't be covered. There are also some other rules determined by NIIED such as that the "itinerary must be a direct flight or a flight with the shortest route to Korea (and if there is no direct flight available, the layover should be limited to 30 hours)." Except this, there is a price limit. The costs cannot exceed 1,2 million KRW. These rules can get very illogical in some cases. For example, I come from a very small country that offers no direct flights, but there are two big foreign international airports near our borders (1-2,5 hours by car from my house). No exceptions were allowed in my case, so the ticket I got is from a city that is 4,5 hours away from my home by car (but in my country) and I have to transfer 2 times to board a plane in an international airport that is just 2 hours from my home. The flight will take about 26 hours in total. That means that it will take almost 2 days for me to get to my dormitory. This is not all. I could get a flight from my country with 1 transfer but it was about 500 thousand KRW above the limit. As they refused to make any exceptions, 26 hours with 2 transfers flight was chosen over 14 hours flight with 1 transfer. Funny, right? I find it quite unfair because I know that there were people from countries from which the cheapest flight is way above 1,2 mil KRW and school got them very good tickets (great airline and good transit) ignoring the limit while I got a lowcost airline with 2 transfers. But since I decided to accept the situation rather than make a big deal about it, let's end my rant.

To tell you the truth, I'm okay with taking longer to get there but I'm worried about the transfers and since I'm also taking checked baggage it highers the chances of my baggage getting lost. Please wish me luck. ^^

I know I'm not the only one in bad situation regarding the rules. Some people have troubles with the transit visa and even take much longer than me.

To make it clear, before the university staff purchased the ticket, I got an email for confirmation and only after my failed attempt to compromise did they pay for it and sent it to me. I heard people from a few universities didn't even have a choice. Or there were cases when they asked them to purchase the ticket themselves with a promise to reimburse when they open their account in Korea.

Okay. Enough about tickets. Let's talk about visa.

Because we are a scholarship awardees, NIIED does their best to make the process simpler. We don't have to pay the usual visa application fee nor prove our financial ability to support ourselves. People doing the language programme apply for D-4 visa, exempted apply for either D-2-3 or D-2-7. Documents you need will therefore differ (and can be different also depending on the country you are applying from so check with your embassy), but you generally need the following:

Passport and passport photo (3,5x4,5cm)

NIIED invitation letter

CoA

Document indicating the final level of education (Diploma)

Visa application form

One thing to note, if you come from smaller country, chances are that the visa staff won't know about this scholarship at all. In case they ask you to pay the fee or don't cooperate, print out the Important Notice/Guidelines and show them. Fight for that fee exemption! XD Just make sure you are polite please.

The reason I couldn't apply for visa right away in July was that I didn't yet have CoA. Korea University informed us that we can only get this document after the tuition payment period (although as scholarship students, we technically don't pay, just do so called 0 won registration). After the registration, I got my CoA on 27.7. You need to keep in mind that you have to schedule your appointment for visa application at the embassy in advance. There is a website where you can register online but it wasn't open for my country and I could only schedule the appointment by calling them. I was informed by our embassy that it's okay to call them only 2-4 days in advance so I waited and called them when I received the CoA.

Fast forward, I was left speechless when they told that I should come in 2 weeks with less than 14 calendar days to my departure. That stressed me out so much. The usual period for visa issuance is 14 working days. I contacted the embassy several times to ask for explanation but they repeated that I will get my visa on time and don't have to worry. To give you some background info to understand what was going through my head, I have experience of not receiving my Korean visa on time and having to deal with consequences so this didn't quite help. My ticket was non-refundable and my arrival very tight with the beginning of semester on September 1st.

But whether it was my stubborness that made me contact them several time or they were really that sure that I can get it on time, I got my visa issued in only 3 working days. Yayy!

To not make this article very long I will continue tallking about the Course registration and Orientation in the next article.

[infinite-happiness]

GKS-G 2023 (1st Round Embassy Track) - Part 1

Hello world!

So this is my very first post here.

Maybe I'll be talking about my GKS application journey on this blog and share my experiences online with you guys (if you happened to stumble upon my writings or just somehow ended up here on this blog :D)! Let's get the ride together!!

Anyway, I made it to the 1st round selection (and hopefully will do so until the final round - Amiin *praying hard) of the Global Korea Scholarship program for the 2023 intake . Well, so proud of myself for making it so far (patting me on the back XD). You did well myself! :)

The application itself is such a tiring, long process which require time and dedication (money I could say hehe). Currently, I am waiting for the 2nd round result by NIIED (합격 고고) which will be announced on early May (dunno maybe in the first week? last year it was on the 6th!) And while waiting, I think it would be good to record my application journey so far, so here I am writing this! Hope this will helpful too for you guys who are interested in applying GKS in the future!^^

So first thing first, I had to prepare all the documents while working full time that it was quite stressing for me. I only had time after work to write my essays. In addition, as English is not first language in my country, I had to get my documents translated into English first and then going back and forth to get my documents apostilled (as I am not living in the capital city - it took me 2 hours one way). Another thing is about the recommendation letter (this consumed me more time and energy than I thought haha - you guys better prepare it beforehand). I asked my academic advisor to write one (I had prepared my draft before contacting him, which he then asked about it actually). I had to explain to him multiple times to make sure he signs across the backflap of the envelop as well. But when I got the document.. no.. nothing! my professor didn't sign on the backflap :( On top of that, the document was so messed up, it was crumpled here and there (JNE is not professional this time ㅠ). I had to contact my professor again and asked him to send me a new one (with sign on the backflap) and to put some cardboard along with the packet to make sure it arrived safely. In the end I got my letter back (safely), but it took about one week (obviously lol).

After that, I arranged all the documents needed and sent it to the Korean embassy like one weeks before the application closed (still using JNE tho wkwk). The applicants of the embassy track in my country (I'm from Indonesia) was around 699 people and the quota is only 27! YES, you read it right! I had almost like 700 competitors ㅠ but I was indeed so lucky to get selected (Thanks God!).

The Korean embassy in my country chose like 45 candidates in the document screening. They announced the successful candidates list on their website, but they only posted the applicant's given name (last year they published the full name), and there was my first name as well! But, but.. the thing is my name is not unique at all, most of the women in my country are having the same name with me :) and that was not cool all lol. I was afraid if it actually were not me (although I had a feeling that is was me ㅋㅋ) and got more paranoid after asking one of the 2022 successful applicants as he said that last year the embassy mailed the successful candidates first before posting the list on the website. And I didn't receive any mail from the embassy (had been checking every 5 minutes lol, inbox and spam). I couldn't concentrate on my work because of my anxiety (despite that my Korean ehm crush (?) kept telling me that I would make it because I have TOPIK level 6 - but still.. ㅠ). And then the lunch time came and I was about to do my Dhuzr prayer that I got an email from the embassy congratulating me! I was so happy and was about to cry until I finally read on the mail that I had to do the interview the next day (they said it would start from 8 to 11, first come first serve based)! Yep, the next very day! Congrats to me! lol . I felt overwhelmed because I'm new in my company, and I didn't know if one day notice for a leave is acceptable here. So as soon as I finished my prayer, I reached up to the HR representative in my Department and asked her about the matter. She said that it was okay as long as my supervisor okay with it. Fortunately, my supervisor let me to take a leave for the next day (thank you Mr~ - I told him that I had an urgent family matter lol).

With that, I started the interview preparation as soon as I got off from work. I studied my essays (read it again and again), watched videos related and read people's blogs as well (thank you people :)). I also made a list of questions that the interviewers might ask and recorded myself to practice my answers until late (not recommended but I had no choice ㅜ).

Well, this is going to be a loooong story so maybe I will split it into some parts (I know you guys will be bored to read a very long passage coz so do I :D). Will be back for the second part about my interview experience (and hopefully will be consistent with this blog XD)!

Thank you for reading! Have a lovely day! <3

XOXO

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Guide to Studying Abroad in South Korea for Grade 10 Learners

 Studying abroad in South Korea can be an exciting opportunity! Here’s a guide tailored for a Grade 10 learner:

1. Research Universities

Some popular universities in South Korea for international students include:

* Seoul National University (SNU)

* Korea University

* Yonsei University

* Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

* Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU)

2. Eligibility Criteria

* Academic Performance: Strong grades in your current studies.

* Language Proficiency: Depending on the program, you may need to demonstrate proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) or English (TOEFL/IELTS).

3. Application Process

* Choose a Program: Decide on a major or field of study that interests you.

* Check Admission Requirements: Visit the university's official website for specific requirements.

 Prepare Documents:

  *  Academic transcripts

  *  Letters of recommendation

  *  Personal statement or essay

  *  Proof of language proficiency

4. Application Dates

* Opening Dates: Usually around March for the following academic year.

* Closing Dates: Varies by university, typically between June and September.

5. Cost

* Tuition Fees: Ranges from $3,000 to $10,000 per year, depending on the university and program.

* Living Expenses: Estimated at $8,000 to $12,000 annually.

6. Scholarships

* University Scholarships: Many universities offer scholarships for international students.

* Government Programs: Look into the Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) for funding opportunities.

7. Visa Process

* Student Visa (D* 2): Required for studying in South Korea.

* Application: After receiving an acceptance letter, apply for the visa at the nearest South Korean embassy or consulate.

* Documentation: Include proof of admission, financial support, and a valid passport.

8. Language Preparation

* Korean Language Programs: Consider enrolling in a Korean language course before or during your studies to improve your language skills.

9. Cultural Preparation

* Learn About Korean Culture: Understanding the culture can help you adapt better when you arrive.

10. Useful Resources

* University Websites: For specific programs and application details.

* Korean Education Center: They can provide guidance on studying in Korea.

* Online Forums: Join communities like Reddit or Facebook groups for advice from current students.

Conclusion

Start your research early and prepare your application materials carefully. Studying in South Korea can provide a rich educational experience and exposure to a unique culture. Good luck!

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Peluang Pendidikan di Korea Selatan dengan Beasiswa Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) 2024

Pendidikan tinggi menjadi salah satu pintu gerbang utama bagi individu yang ingin menggali potensinya lebih dalam. Untuk mewujudkan mimpi tersebut, berbagai program beasiswa internasional hadir sebagai peluang tak terhingga. Salah satu yang patut dicermati adalah Beasiswa Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), sebelumnya dikenal sebagai Korea Global Scholarship Program (KGSP). Dikelola oleh National…

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Korea Study Abroad Scholarships

Studying abroad in Korea can be an incredible opportunity that offers you a unique insight into Asian culture. There are various scholarship opportunities available for international students across various fields such as education, business, health and medicine, arts and culture. Government Scholarships: The Korean government offers the KGSP scholarship, which covers tuition fees and living…

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A Journey to KGSP/GKS: Self-reflection

It’s been over five years since I started my journey as a KGSP/GKS awardee, four years since I started mentoring people who were preparing for their applications, and two years since I completed the KGSP/GKS program and posted the series of A Journey to KGSP/GKS here, which allows me to reach out to even more people on the same journey. When starting the series, I just thought to give back as much advice and assistance as I received from past awardees and expand their helping hands to more prospective applicants.

Years back, when I got my first offer to be a mentor in a scholarship mentorship program, I was conflicted about whether or not to accept it. Years after, I was still in doubt to openly share my experience here because I’m far from an expert, let alone guarantee anything that will make anyone closer to their dream school in Korea. It’s probably the weight of giving advice and guidance to other people that I am always concerned about (the same reason that led me to change my career path). But, regardless of the difference I could make, I just hope that this little trace of mine could last for a long time.

Thanks to these posts, I connected with people from different sides of the world who DM me on Instagram and offer me to check their essays. I personally don’t think that it’s an easy thing to do, especially to someone you barely know and have never met in person, given that the essay includes the story of your life, the family you grew up with, even some details that you might have never shared with anyone else. But, despite my limited experience and the assistance I can give, they let me into some parts of their lives and even let me give suggestions on how to present them differently in writing. I think it’s an amazing way to cross paths with people you never knew existed and to be part of their life journey, even just for a while.

For me, reading every essay is a privilege, a worth learning place, and a chance to reflect on. It always feels like putting on different eyes to see and experience the world. And, none of my feedback for them will ever be worth the same. So, I just wanted those who have kindly shared their essays with me to know that I never took this privilege lightly nor took it for granted. It’s part of my long life learning experience, which I’ll always be grateful for.

[halleyj96]

hi! sorry for bothering you but your post about kgsp really inspired me. i am planning to apply for it in 2022 and i am quite scared. currently i am majoring in electrical engineering and will apply for a master's degree but my transcript is a bit... bad. my gpa is enough for me to apply but i am kind of scared that i failed a lot of classes then retake them during my bachelors degree. is that much big of a deal? do they ask about this when you are interviewed? sorry for loads of questions, i hope you'll have an amazing day.

Hi, thank you for sending in the question. Even though I am no pro in this, I hope my answer can help you in some ways.

GPA definitely plays an important role in the screening process but it is not everything. You can make it up with certificates or proofs of your experience in the field, for example, a certificate of participation in an electric engineering contest or something similar. You also need letters of recommendation and I would suggest you get 2 from the best professors you can find.

They will ask you about yourself, your educational background, your interest in Korea, and studying in Korea. I cannot know for sure which questions they will ask you but if there's any question that you think they would possibly ask, you should write it down and prepare it before the interview.

Do remember that they lowkey want to pick people who can CONTRIBUTE to the development of their country so passion, sincerity, and a well-designed plan for your career are, in my opinion, the most important aspects in the interview.

Don't worry about not getting the scholarship because you can always try again. Life is all about challenging yourself so if you truly want it, go for it!

I hope you will get the scholarship and good luck!

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I Chased a Dream - My Journey to becoming a Scholar in South Korea

Hello Everyone!

I just want to share my journey as a 2020 GKS Scholar.

It all started with a dream to pursue graduate studies related to my passion. I told my 27-year-old self: I want to be more in order to do more and help more. If I become capable, I can serve the people and most importantly, God. My passion is about protecting and sustaining our environment. While having that passion, I doubted myself and thought that I was old for this and maybe I can't do it. I asked myself, "Can I do it?" , "Do I have the means to push through it?" but, a quote struck me -  If not now, when? whoa! that was really moving, convincing... I then became more eager to materialize the plan that the Lord planted so deep in my heart - that I should pursue this dream and become an Environmental Warrior He wanted me to be.

1. The Treasure Hunt $$$

Since I have decided to pursue graduate studies related to the environment but realized that I do not have the means (meaning money 😂) to do so, I searched all day and night on Google for Fully Funded Scholarships... After several decades of searching, I finally found two (2) generous scholarships: MEXT (Monbukagusho) Scholarship and GKS (Global Korea Scholarship). I called it the treasure hunt since these are FULLY-FUNDED SCHOLARSHIPS. 🤑

2. The Preparation

Found it! What's next? Oh, taxing preparation.

I finally decided to choose GKS over MEXT because GKS is the same year application-same year take-off scholarship while MEXT will have you wait for a year before you can finally go and study in Japan (long-waiting period).

You know, you need to put in a lot of effort. This shows how badly you want this scholarship to change your life for the better. How bad do you want this? Oh, I wanted it as much as I wanted to breathe.

Effort, yes, that is right. But oh no?! it is already three (3) weeks before the deadline and you have work. Can I still do it? to cut the story short, I sacrificed a lot, especially sleep. I juggle work, my sideline, and this application preparation. #ExtraExtraEffort needed.

3. The Three (3) Phases of Waiting

Phase 1. Am I waiting in vain? I sent the documents to the University but I got no response for several days yet. If I didn't receive notice that they received it, I may be disqualified because the deadline is very near. Hey courier, please deliver soonest.

After 3 days, my documents finally arrived to South Korea! I emailed them and they verified that my docs arrived safely and now for evaluation.

The university will conduct document evaluation first and you will receive an email invitation for interview if you have passed the initial screening. . .

On the day of the scheduled selection, me: 😑😒😓😔😢😭😭😭. NO EMAIL YET~ "the date is today I'm sure, they'll announce!"

Me again: *keeps checking the time... Korean Time vs Philippine Time* Started to lose hope, discouraged... *ting* notification. . . . .  GMAIL. Tadah! "Meanwhile, we are planning to conduct a Skype video interview for selecting GKS 2020 scholar. Please tell me your Skype ID, contact phone number, and available time."

Oh My Gosh! The time (PST) I received the email was 6:36pm while the time of Gmail that they sent was 4:30pm (KST). Delayed. hahaha. Only the selected applicants will receive email and move on to the next selection phase - INTERVIEW!

Phase 2. Interview. Oh, this will be via Skype and it was my first time installing it. haha. Then, I decided to take the interview at 11:00AM (KST) which means 9:00AM (PST) hahaha. To tell you, I have work on that day! I just asked permission if I could go outside for a few minutes.

*Ring...* *Ring...* Skype mode on. (I guess I was the very first interviewee on the list since I've chosen the first time slot haha) *nervous!!!*

"Annyeong Haseyo, Jeonun Hazelieyo! blah...blah..." and then the internet connection became weak that the call stopped. OMG. I was lost in the momentum. They tried calling me back. I thought they wouldn't call me back! I cried in the hotel room after the interview because I was not satisfied with my performance. As in, I probably looked like a crazy woman crying in the hallway where there is CCTV on every corner. But still, thank God I survived.

Phase 3. Announcement of 2nd Round Results (Passers). I never ever expect to be listed. I felt very down. I didn't talk with my colleagues after that interview up to the day of the announcement. . .

The 2nd Round Results was scheduled to be announced on May 8,2020 but was postponed. The results came out on May 28, 2020!!! Imagine the feeling of intense waiting - cannot sleep, cannot focus. Every day you're still thinking if you get selected or not - please announce immediately so that I can move on!

But God makes way. He surprised me, again! It is not by my own strength that made it happen, but it is God's. He definitely gave me this dream I've been hoping for! - Saw my name on the list, #35 out of 35! hahaha😂😂😂. Another reason for me to panic or worry. Why?! because I do not know why my name was placed at the bottom part (it was not listed alphabetically). Since I passed the 2nd round but my name was at the bottom, I decided not to take my hopes high. Do not expect much so that you won't get hurt. lol.

The school recommended 35 of us at that university. These will further be screened by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED). So, my fate lies in NIIED.

4. FINAL ROUND SELECTION OF 2020 GKS SCHOLARS

The announcement which was scheduled on June 26, 2020, was postponed. Hahaha. We had a mini-heart attack. All of us who applied have this agony extended. Imagine, the 2nd Round Results and the Final Round Results were always postponed. Can you sleep peacefully? 😂

June 29, 2020 - GKS Final Round Successful Candidates were posted. I thought it would be postponed again because the results came out at 6:06 PM (PST).

Again, I was at work at that time. I was very busy with rapid testing activities. I said to myself I will check the results later, but no, all the scholars around the world are sending screenshots and pdf of the result. I was tempted to look immediately so I just glanced.

At first glance, my name was not there. I felt down. I felt sad. I said to myself "better luck next time, I will still continue to apply...". Then I tried to calm myself so that I can still focus on my work. I looked again the pdf file carefully, one-by-one, to see who got in and congratulate them. . . and then, TA-DA!!!

GKS-G-2020-728   PHILIPPINES   . . . I saw my name!

Waaah! I jumped out of joy! That was the happiest day of my life, that despite the adversity, uncertainty, hardships, I nailed it! I claimed victory in Jesus' name. Amen.

After almost a month, I finally received the Official Invitation from NIIED:

To those who want to change their life for the better, here's my advice:

Dream, Believe and Act on it! Fortune favors the brave!

[ehalslrk]

gks 2023

The past few months were one of the most stressful but also the most rewarding in my life. I suppose that those of you who come across this post already know what GKS or KGSP is but to briefly introduce it, it is a scholarship from the Korean government for pursuing your Undergraduate, Graduate of Doctoral studies in Korea. After a long preparation and a lo~ng application process I can finally say that I was lucky to pass all three rounds and will enroll in Graduate school of International Studies at Korea University this September.

I decided to write down the process on this blog for future me, but also share it with you in case you are interested in applying in the future :) I will continue to talk about my experience in the upcoming posts as well, so I will be very happy if you decide to follow for more.

I will start with a brief background of mine. I did my Undergraduate studies in a major called Business Korean. Basically, what it means is that I studied both Korean and Business at the same time and once acquiring a certain level of Korean I had classes on Korean in Business environment. My school offered a Graduate program but it focused only on Korean (not the business part) and since for my future career I wanted to continue studying business while maintaining a good level of Korean, studying the major in Korea was the perfect option for me.

While doing my Undergraduate studies I had the opportunity to go to Korea and study there as an exchange student for one semester. I'm not saying I was completely clueless about GKS before but having a roommate who was a GKS scholar gave me a new perspective and it inspired me to apply once I complete my undergraduate studies. Another important factor was that I loved my stay in Korea. Before, I was kind of sceptical whether I would be able to leave my country for such a long time but 6 months went by so quickly and I had so much more I wanted to achieve there. So I came back from Korea, got my first ever working experience in Korean language, acquired Topik 6, finished my undergraduate studies, and.. I didn't apply. haha

To be completely honest, I am not sure what happened there but I kind of missed the timing for preparing for my application while working on my thesis and everything. Well, not completely, I could have still prepared if I worked really hard. But I felt like it is very rushed and I need more time to choose the university and major I want to apply to, gain more certifications, and organize my thoughts regarding my motivation to apply (which is like the most important since motivation letter plays a key role in your application and interview process) I knew I want to study my major in Korea but that's not all it takes to get the scholarship. Applying for GKS takes a lot of time and money and if I invest it all into the process, I wanted to do it right. I decided to take one more year to deeply think about it all and start preparing all the necessary documents.

I had two options for my upcoming year. I could find a job and work to gain more experience and money that would come handy when applying. Or I could study a major to keep my student status and broaden my horizons in the field a bit more.

I decided to go for the latter and enrolled in my graduate studies in Economic Diplomacy in my country. I also did one online Korean language summer program and gained my English proficiency certificate (which can give you a lot of plus points and is also a requirement for some majors if you are not from an english speaking country as me).

So as you already know, I got the scholarship and will go to Korea, therefore I have to leave my study here but I am so~ grateful for the past year and everything I learned in the process. My school allowed me to interrupt my studies for 2 years since I got the scholarship and I can possibly finish my 1 year after I graduate in Korea and have 2 degrees (will think about this possibility a bit more, right now it sounds too scary).

But what I want to say, this one year was really precious experience and I do not regret it at all. I know that there are many GKS applicants who fail on their first try and have a hard time trying to figure out what to do and whether they should apply again or not. It is nice to pass on the first try but rejection can be a great opportunity to work on your shortcomings, and especially on your Korean language skills (there is always something to improve there whether you are a complete beginner or advanced). Also, it can be an opportunity to think through what you think is the best for you in terms of the major and university choice. But I will get to this topic in one of my upcoming post.

[claudi-moon]

Hello all. I’m starting this blog to in a way keep myself accountable. I will be applying for the 2021 KGSP (GKS) program and I am so nervous. I already applied the year before and unfortunately did not get it. I was so sad and heartbroken and honestly taught of just giving up. Thankfully my friends helped me and in a way gave me hope to apply again. So here I am going through the process once more. Hopefully this time I’ll be successful 😭. To everyone applying this round, good luck!! 🍀

[dreamerdreamerontheblog]

I made it! 😭 I feel like I’m dreaming. But if you dream hard enough your dreams come true.

[seoulinguist]

🇰🇷 Yonsei uni acceptance 🇰🇷

I never imagined I could get accepted into a top3 Korean university. I applied to Yonsei last minute as a daring “heck, why not” impulse. Because I knew I would regret it if I didn’t even try. And it payed off.

In the morning several people who had applied got their acceptance email while I didn’t. I thought that’s it, I was rejected, not that I expected otherwise. So when I finally got an email from Yonsei I opened it unenthusiastically expecting a no.

I couldn’t believe my eyes...

Sooo... I get to study what I love in the country of my dreams in a top university for free? Is that even a possibility? How is this happening to me?

Of course, I have a lot of fears to study in korean in such a competitive environment. But I’m not going to keep rotting in my comfort zone like I’ve been doing all my life. I want to give my all towards my most desired things.

There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.

[chemasia]

2019.08.23 studying in Chosun University Library (Gwangju, South Korea)

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KGSP 2020

Anyone apply for KGSP 2020? Please like, comment,repost or send me a message!