Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) offers undergraduate science and engineering and graduate research in Gwangju. International applicants use separate undergraduate and graduate admissions guides. Compare the degree, department and funding conditions before preparing documents or contacting a lab.
Available degrees and programs
Selected programs by degree level. See the institution’s admissions guides for the complete lists and route requirements.
Undergraduate programs
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physics and Photon Science
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
Master’s programs
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physics and Photon Science
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
PhD programs
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Physics and Photon Science
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
Combined Master’s and PhD programs
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Physics and Photon Science
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
Full program lists and admission notes
General admission criteria
Academic and degree requirements
- Undergraduate applicants need eligible secondary education and the international nationality or schooling route stated in the guide.
- Graduate applicants must hold the previous degree required by the intended route before enrollment.
- Confirm graduation timing, research fit and any lab-specific documents before submitting.
Language requirements
- Undergraduate admissions list recognized English tests and specific exemptions. Check your route’s evidence requirements.
- Graduate guidance lists IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80. English-medium evidence may qualify in stated circumstances. Check any prior approval or later test deadline.
Intake dates
Bachelor’s - Fall 2027
- Opening date - 1 December 2026
- Closing date - 29 January 2027
Official undergraduate admissions
Graduate - Spring 2027
- Opening date - 7 September 2026, 10:00 KST
- Closing date - 7 October 2026, 17:00 KST
Graduate - Fall 2027
- Opening date - 9 March 2027, 10:00 KST
- Closing date - 8 April 2027, 17:00 KST
Tuition fees and study costs
The figures show gross tuition before support. Check the guide or award letter for the charge that applies to your intake.
| Study category | Reference tuition |
|---|---|
| 2027 undergraduate tuition | KRW 4,050,000 per semester |
| Graduate standing tuition reference, year unstated | KRW 3,607,000 per semester |
See the 2027 undergraduate guide and graduate financial support and tuition reference. Housing, meals and personal expenses are separate.
Scholarships and support
- GIST International Undergraduate Scholarship
- GIST International Graduate Financial Support
- Eligible graduate research-assistant support
The official guides describe tuition support and separate allowance, research and insurance conditions. Confirm the terms of your individual award.
Required documents
- Application and the study or research documents required for your degree.
- Graduation records and transcripts, with authentication and translation where required.
- English proof and any recommendation or research documents listed in the guide.
How to apply
- Choose the degree, intake and department in the current official guide.
- Use the official undergraduate application guidance below. Graduate applicants should follow the portal instructions in the graduate schedule above.
- Submit the supporting documents and follow the university’s screening and enrollment instructions.
Housing and campus life
Student residences
Check current student residence information for availability, term fees and application dates. Ask whether any scholarship covers part of your accommodation or meal costs.
Campus and living arrangements
- International admissions - use the relevant admissions office in the official links above
QUICK ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions
Does undergraduate tuition support include all living costs?
Allowances and other expenses have separate rules. Check the award conditions.
Can I use the same guide for graduate and undergraduate entry?
Each degree route publishes its own schedule and requirements.
Does Mathematical Sciences recruit doctoral students in this guide?
The reviewed graduate matrix lists master’s availability. Check the latest official matrix for changes.
Admissions contact
- Campus address
- 123 Cheomdan-gwagiro, Buk-gu, Gwangju 61005, South Korea
Official sources and last checked
Last checked: 2026-11-01.
