Seoul Future Foundation to award scholarships to exchange students in global talent push

“For many Korean university students, the dream of a semester abroad often collides with the harsh reality of soaring international inflation and travel costs. On Friday, the Seoul Future Talent Foundation unveiled a scholarship program that will provide up to 5.5 million won (approximately $4,100) to students heading overseas this fall. The Seoul Global Exchange Student Scholarship aims to support 60 undergraduate students scheduled for departure in the second half of 2026. With a total fund of 307.5 million won, the program differentiates its support based on the destination's cost of living. Students heading to universities within Asia are eligible for a 4 million won scholarship, while those traveling to non-Asian regions — typically involving higher tuition and living expenses in North America or Europe — can receive the maximum grant of 5.5 million won. The initiative, which has been a staple of the city’s educational support system since 2014, is introducing a new mentorship component this year. Recognizing that financial aid is only one part of the equation, the foundation

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