Discover Korea’s Classical Wisdom – Apply Now for the 2026 AKS Hanmun Fellowship
As a global hub for Korean Studies, AKS offers an immersive environment where participants will experience the perfect blend of academic excellence and cultural enrichment while developing advanced research and language skills under the guidance of distinguished scholars.
Degree Levels
Open to Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral students, including those currently enrolled in degree programs at overseas universities.
Program Structure
Choose between two comprehensive study tracks designed to match your level of proficiency
Basic Course (13th Cohort) – March 3 to June 19, 2026
Focus on Gyemongpyeon (The Book of Teaching Children), Mencius, Samguksagi (Chronicles of the Three States), and Collected Commentaries of Elementary Learning
Advanced Course (14th Cohort) – September 1 to December 18, 2026
Dive into Analects of Confucius, Mencius, Samguk Yusa (Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms), and advanced prose readings
Eligibility
Applicants must be international (non-Korean) students majoring in Korean Studies at an overseas university
Advanced proficiency in Korean is required as all lectures are conducted in Korean
For the Advanced Course, prior completion of a basic Hanmun (Hanja/Chinese Character) course is mandatory
Applicants should not be graduates of the same level of study they are applying for
Fellowship Benefits
AKS provides full academic and financial support to ensure an exceptional study experience
Round-trip airfare reimbursement (economy class based on actual cost and budget guidelines)
Free accommodation at the AKS Guesthouse
Monthly living allowance of KRW 750,000
Accident insurance during the fellowship period
Access to world-class academic resources and research facilities
Why Choose the AKS Hanmun Fellowship?
Immerse yourself in Korea’s intellectual traditions and classical heritage while learning in a supportive academic community of global scholars. With full funding, professional mentorship, and unparalleled research access, the AKS Hanmun Fellowship 2026 offers more than an education — it’s an invitation to rediscover Korea through its timeless texts and philosophies.
How to Apply
Visit the official Academy of Korean Studies (AKS) website to submit your online application and upload all required documentsRequired Documents
• Completed online application form
• Certificate of enrollment or completion
• Letter of reference from your academic advisor explaining your need to study Hanmun
• TOPIK score report (if available)
• For Advanced Course applicants: proof of Hanmun course completion or AKS Fellowship certificate
All documents must be in Korean or English; otherwise, attach a notarized translation