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Call for applications: International Scholar Exchange Fellowship, 2026–2027, Seoul, South Korea

Published Jan 12, 2026

The International Scholar Exchange Fellowship (ISEF) supports international researchers who wish to carry out a six-month or one-year research stay in South Korea in collaboration with a Korean host institution.

The programme is open to all academic disciplines and is funded by the Chey Institute for Advanced Studies. Eligible applicants are faculty members and researchers at universities or research institutions outside Korea who hold a doctoral degree.

The fellowship provides a monthly research stipend, travel support and insurance.

Application deadline: 20 February 2026

Research period: September 2026 – August 2027

For more information, including eligibility criteria and application instructions, please visit the funder’s website.

Register before applying

Eligible applicants must first go to the Chey Institute website (www.chey.org)  - Exchange Programs - ISEF - Apply
- Application page and click the “Apply” button to proceed with Email Authentication.