Scholarship
WB-ROK Scholarship
A collaborative scholarship program between the World Bank and the Republic of Korea to support students from developing countries in pursuing graduate studies in Korea.
About this scholarship
WB-ROK Scholarship is offered by World Bank and Government of South Korea for study in South Korea at master level. The award is valued at Full tuition, living stipend, and travel costs, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, living stipend, and travel costs. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Eligible study areas include Development-related fields. Nationality requirements apply: World Bank member developing countries.
Eligibility
Citizens of World Bank member developing countries with relevant professional experience.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-02-24. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Fields of study
Development-related fields
Nationality requirements
World Bank member developing countries
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- World Bank and Government of South Korea
- Study destination
- South Korea
- Award
- Full tuition, living stipend, and travel costs
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master
- Fields of study
- Development-related fields
- Nationality
- World Bank member developing countries
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-02-24
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23