Yonsei University scholarships for international students?

I'm planning to apply to Yonsei University and was wondering about the scholarships they offer for international students. Does anyone know how competitive these scholarships are and what factors they consider during the selection process?

Sure, I can provide some information about scholarships at Yonsei University for international students.

Yonsei University provides a number of scholarships for international students. One of them is the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS). It's worth noting that this scholarship is highly competitive as it is open to all international students applying to universities in Korea and covers quite comprehensively - including tuition, living expenses, airfare, and more.

They also offer the Underwood International College (UIC) scholarship, which is specific to Yonsei's international undergraduate program (UIC). It ranges from half tuition fee exemption to full tuition fee exemption, and sometimes, living expenses are covered too. The selection process varies for each scholarship, but they generally consider academic achievements, language proficiency (in Korean and/or English), extracurricular activities, and potential for leadership.

Then there are major-specific scholarships. Some departments or colleges at Yonsei offer scholarships for students in those specific majors.

It's also important to note that most of these scholarships are highly competitive due to the large pool of international students to Yonsei University. Factors like GPA, SAT/ACT scores (if applicable), language proficiency, letters of recommendation, and personal statements play a key role in the screening process.

Therefore, strong academic credentials and outstanding personal achievements would definitely give you an advantage. Furthermore, proficiency in Korean can also increase your chances since some scholarships have language proficiency requirements.

Always remember to check the latest scholarship information on the Yonsei University website or directly reach out to their international students' admissions office, as the availability and criteria for scholarships can change from year to year.