Providing up to $10,000 per recipient, world-class mentorship, global university access, and a lifelong network connecting outstanding students in the United States with Seoul National University.
Comprehensive scholarship covering full tuition & dormitory fees at Seoul National University International Summer Program, plus a stipend for airfare & living expenses.
The Seoul National University Alumni Association in the USA is committed to providing exceptional resources, mentorship, and academic opportunities to empower students of Korean heritage across North America.
Substantial scholarships up to $10,000 to cover tuition, university dormitories, travel, and research needs without burdensome debt.
Direct 1:1 guidance from distinguished SNU alumni professors, Silicon Valley founders, medical professionals, and executive leaders.
Study abroad at Seoul National University main campus in Seoul, taking English-taught courses in AI, Korean language, culture, and innovation.
Induction into the prestigious SNUAA Scholars Cohort with invites to SNUAA meetings and job board access.
Funded both by the SNUAA general fund and by the visionary alumni donors.
Offered directly by regional alumni chapters supporting resident undergraduate and graduate students in their respective geographical zones.
Answer three quick questions to verify your eligibility for the SNUAA Scholars Program.
Review the holistic evaluation process, deadlines, and required application packet.
Complete the online profile, upload transcripts, resume, essay, and request two recommendations.
Holistic evaluation by the SNUAA Selection Committee examining academic merit, vision, and leadership.
Recipients notified via email. Acceptance confirmation due shortly after.
Official Award Ceremony; disbursement of direct SNU tuition & stipend; participation in SNU Scholarship for ISP.
We gratefully acknowledge our visionary alumni sponsors whose endowed gifts empower promising leaders generation after generation.
Each named scholarship requires a $10,000/year annual gift or a $200,000 permanent endowment.
Discover how the SNUAA USA Scholarship helped students thrive academically, connect with Korean heritage, and build lifelong professional bonds.
Northwestern University
Economics • 2026 Scholar
“This summer I had the honor of spending five weeks in Seoul, South Korea studying at Seoul National University’s International Summer Program. I’m immensely grateful to the Seoul National University Alumni Association in the..."
University of California, Davis
Statistics and Data Science • 2026 Scholar
“The SNU International Summer Program was a unique and valuable experience this summer. It introduced me to many opportunities that I would not have otherwise experienced, including engaging classes and exciting field trips...”
Princeton University
Nanoscience • 2026 Scholar
“This summer at Seoul National University gave me an experience I will carry with me for a long time. I arrived excited to study at my grandfather’s alma mater and to spend time in a country that has always been an...”
Carnegie Mellon University
Film and Visual Media • 2026 Scholar
“Coming back to Korea, I had the peculiar experience of being part of the majority rather than the minority. Everywhere I looked I felt a greater sense of kinship to strangers who looked like my aunts and uncles and...”
University of California, San Diego
Mechanical Engineering • 2026 Scholar
“My time at Seoul National University’s International Summer Program was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had. Coming to Korea, I was excited to interact with a different environment, meet new...”
University of California, Berkeley
Legan Studies • 2026 Scholar
“During the summer, I earned a valuable experience by participating in the SNU ISP Program. During the program, I obtained valuable cultural and academic knowledge by taking 2 intensive college courses, interacting with..."
University< of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Graphic Design • 2026 Scholar
"My time at Seoul National University’s International Summer Program was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had. As a Korean American, I grew up hearing about Korea from my parents, so I was excited...”
North Carolina State University
Biological Sciences • 2026 Scholar
"My time at Seoul National University this summer was an unforgettable experience filled with learning, cultural discovery, and meaningful friendships. I am grateful for the opportunity to study at SNU and experience life as..."
In addition to national awards, active SNU alumni chapters run independent annual scholarship programs for area residents.
