KAIST
KAIST offers international undergraduate education and graduate research in science, engineering and technology. International freshmen enter without a declared major. Graduate applicants apply to a named program and degree. Use the official matrix to check the level, intake and funding route for your intended department.
Available degrees and programs
Selected programs by degree level. See the institution’s admissions guides for the complete lists and route requirements.
Undergraduate programs
- School of Computing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Industrial Design
Master’s programs
- School of Computing
- Kim Jaechul Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence
- Graduate School of Data Science
- Graduate School of Information Security
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Industrial Design
PhD programs
- School of Computing
- Kim Jaechul Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence
- Graduate School of Data Science
- Graduate School of Information Security
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Industrial Design
Combined Master’s and PhD programs
- School of Computing
- Kim Jaechul Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence
- Graduate School of Data Science
- Graduate School of Information Security
- Electrical Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
Full program lists and admission notes
General admission criteria
Academic and degree requirements
- Undergraduate applicants need recognized high-school completion and the applicable international nationality or schooling route. International transfer admission is unavailable.
- Graduate applicants need the previous degree for the program and level. Specialist tracks may require additional qualifications or employment evidence.
- Check the expected-graduation cutoff for your intake and the documentation needed for any exception.
Language requirements
- Use the undergraduate guide for accepted English evidence and any route-specific alternatives.
- The Fall 2027 graduate guide lists IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT or other specified options. Score scales and waivers depend on test dates, citizenship or degree location.
Intake dates
Bachelor’s - Fall 2027, regular round
- Opening date - 10 November 2026
- Closing date - 14 January 2027, 18:00 KST
Official undergraduate timeline
Master’s, doctorate and integrated routes - Fall 2027
- Opening date - 7 January 2027, 10:00 KST
- Closing date - 5 February 2027, 17:00 KST
Tuition fees and study costs
The undergraduate reference is undated. The graduate example is a 2023 reference in KRW. Confirm current gross tuition and the amount payable after any award.
| Study category | Reference tuition |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate standing tuition reference | KRW 3,433,000 per semester |
| General graduate tuition, 2023 | KRW 19,118,000 per year |
See the undergraduate cost of attendance and graduate cost of attendance. Ask the program about specialist fees and living costs.
Scholarships and support
- KAIST Undergraduate Scholarship
- KAIST Scholarship for international graduate students
- KAIST Global Presidential Scholarship
- KAIST Prestige Scholarship for International PhD Students
- KAIST GDI-ITTP Scholarship
Check the official graduate scholarship terms. Tuition support, stipends and eligibility vary by program and award.
Required documents
- Application, passport and eligibility evidence.
- Academic records with the required authentication and translations.
- Language proof, recommendations and any research or program-specific forms.
How to apply
- Choose the degree and intake from the official guide.
- Use the official KAIST admissions portal below and select the correct route.
- Submit required documents and recommendations by their separate deadlines. Follow screening and enrollment instructions.
Housing and campus life
Student residences
Check current residence charges and room allocation with KAIST. Confirm the teaching campus for any specialist or professional program.
QUICK ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions
Do international freshmen apply to a fixed major?
The international undergraduate route begins undeclared. Check the major-selection rules after entry.
Can I apply for a standalone Physics master’s in Fall 2027?
The reviewed matrix lists integrated and doctoral routes. Check for later changes.
Does every scholarship include living expenses?
Awards have different benefit lists and eligibility rules. Check the written offer.
Admissions contact
- Undergraduate: creative.adm@kaist.ac.kr
- Graduate: advanced.adm@kaist.ac.kr
Office guidance
Admissions contact
- Undergraduate admissions - creative.adm@kaist.ac.kr
- Graduate admissions - advanced.adm@kaist.ac.kr
Official sources and last checked
Last checked: 2026-11-01.
