My Seoulful Life

Congratulations to the brilliant minds who have earned the prestigious title of New Global Korean Scholars for the year 2023!  Your exceptional academic achievements and unwavering dedication have set you apart, and we celebrate your success today. Your journey as scholars has been marked by countless hours of studying, researching, and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Your pursuit of excellence in your respective fields has not only brought you this well-deserved recognition but has also contributed significantly to the advancement of global scholarship. As you embark on this new chapter of your academic careers, I encourage you to remember that knowledge is not just a destination but a lifelong journey. Embrace every opportunity to expand your horizons, challenge conventional wisdom, and explore uncharted territories. Keep pushing the boundaries of your knowledge, for it is through continuous learning and intellectual curiosity that you will make the greatest impact in your...

Dear Aspiring Scholars, It's now again the application time for GKS Graduate Degree (MS/PhD). I would like to re-share the information with you. Source: www.studyinkorea.go.kr Sharing with you my Google Drive for GKS Info since 2020: Time flies so fast so please CHECK IT OUT NOW! . . . . . . . . CHECK IT OUT! CHECK IT OUT! CHECK IT OUT! . . . . . . GOODLUCK TO YOUR APPLICATION! MAY THE ODDS BE IN YOUR FAVOR.

Hello, Annyeonghaseyo!!! First of all, I would like to greet you a Happy New Year!!! Start the year right, with positive mindset and attitude! Let me ask you one question, what's your dream? goal? Have you been putting off something that you knew you should've done before? You should be ready when the opportunity comes to your door!!! Don't wait any longer. If you're like me who once dreamed to study in South Korea, here's your sign, go and prepare that application! Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is a fully-funded scholarship by the South Korean government. Take note, "fully-funded". This includes airfare, tuition fees, living expenses, insurance, and more! How to apply? Go to www.studyinkorea.go.kr, go to google and type "GKS notice" --- then read the previous application forms and guidelines for the previous year, or just read my blog about my application last 2020! ^^ Guidelines do change, but only a tiny bit. I hope you can get insights ...

Hello mga chingu! Annyeong haseyo, my friends! How have you been? It's been a long time, I know. Well, I became really busy. Life as a Graduate Student is never easy. But now, I want to update you of everything~ bit by bit. I entered Kangwon National University last March 2, 2022 (Spring Semester). At first, everything seemed so nice and easy. ahahahahaha! until, I felt pressured to learn everything in a short period of time. I need more TIME. Why? Because my subjects are ALL IN KOREAN . I know Korean, I can speak conversational korean, but " ACADEMIC KOREAN"?! NO!  It's my struggle. I have 수질화학 (water chemistry) course and it's all in korea. Chemistry itself is already hard plus reading it in Korean? My head just hurts!!! But by God's mergy, grace and overflowing blessings and strength, I somehow managed to pass my Spring Semester. Thank you, Lord! Pictures of Kangwon National University: KNU at night (near my laboratory) Beautiful traditional house Just me!...

Hello! You, yes YOU! Wala nang paligoy-ligoy pa. Mark your calendars on FEBRUARY 24, 2022 and prepare your questions regarding Global Korea Scholarship! Here it is: (POST from UP Korea Research Center Facebook Page) #UPKRC Korean Studies Info Session is back! Meet a Filipino scholar who is currently in Korea pursuing a graduate degree and learn more about the GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) application process and tips to live in Korea! Nicole Charis Pontanilla is a 2021 GKS Graduate Scholar set to undertake her Master's Degree at Korea University, Seoul, South Korea by the start of A.Y. 2022-2023 under the KU Department of Linguistics. Presently, she is attending Keimyung University in Daegu, South Korea for her Korean language year. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of the Philippines-Diliman with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics. Nicole was also an exchange student at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Seoul, South Korea during the Fall Semeste...

  Hello everyone! 안녕하세요! I know you've been curious or somewhat anxious about the GKS application process and you want to know some details about it based from experiences of people who already applied and passed. Without further ado, here are some websites that could help you (from Facebook, YouTube, etc). YOUTUBE: GKS application (detailed): from my GKS batchmate and friend Justin Van Rivera. Make sure to thank him on his site for his efforts despite our busy time! :) Link:  Just In Time GKS NOTICE: Link:  Study in Korea FACEBOOK (GROUPS) Link:  KGSP Applicants ,  KGSP NIIED Scholars That's all for now. :) I also have my YT Channel but haven't made about GKS yet. It's just a compilation of my Korean Life experiences here:  Filipina sa Korea Feel free to ask questions here and will answer you as soon as possible. Fighting! Take care and be safe.

 NOTICE: GKS 2022 APPLICANTS! Dear Prospective Applicants of the 2022 GKS Graduate Program ,   Starting from 2022 GKS-G program, NIIED will only accept  apostilled or consular confirmed documents  for part of the application documents. Please refer to the attached file for further information.   This notice is to provide prospective applicants with appropriate time to prepare the required documents since we are aware that certain documents require lead time to be authenticated in some countries.   The full set of application guidelines for 2022 GKS Graduate degree program will be released in February 2022. For now, please refer to 2021 application details for the time being. 2021 Application Guidelines of Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees   The application procedures are similar every year, but there may be slight changes in the country quota, application forms, eligibility, etc., so please read the updated 2022 application guidelines very ...