The Korea Society offers 'topping off"  travel grants of up to $2,000 to deserving undergraduate students in the U.S. for whom the cost of travel to Korea is a burden.

The Fall 2025 Grant Application is open through May 4, 2025. 

 Eligibility Requirements

• Be enrolled as an undergraduate student in good-standing at an accredited U.S. college or university. 
• Be 18 years of age or older. 
• Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident. 
• Demonstrate a strong interest in the Republic of Korea. 
• Demonstrate financial need and provide an explanation as to why this "topping off" travel grant award is needed by you. 
• Intend to enroll (or be enrolled) in a full academic term studying abroad in Korea in fall 2025 or for a full academic year, e.g. fall 2025 - spring 2026. 

 Benefits 

Travel grants, not to exceed $2,000 USD, are awarded directly to the student. Upon returning to the the U.S., you will be offered an opportunity to participate in a panel discussion hosted the Society with other travel award grantees to share insights on the value of studying abroad in the Republic of Korea.

For further information please contact Linda Tobash at linda.tobash@koreasociety.org.