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The Academy of  Korean StudiesAs Korea’s first professional school dedicated exclusively to Korean studies, the Graduate School of Korean Studies (“GSKS”) in the Academy of Korean Studies has grown constantly since its establishment in 1980, attracting high-level, talented postgraduate students and producing distinguished scholars in the fields of humanities and social sciences related to Korea. Currently, approximately 270 students, including about 130 international students from 35 different countries, are enrolled in our master’s and doctoral degree programs and research (non-degree) program.The GSKS is now recruiting international students for 2013 Spring Semester. Tuition fees are fully waived for international students and the additional Government Grant of KRW750,000 per month is provided for selected students. Application information can be found at http://intl.aks.ac.kr/english/viewtopic.php?t=411. Applicants are required to apply online as well as submit relevant documents no later than 31 October 2012.It would be appreciated if you disseminate this information as widely as possible and encourage qualified students who are interested in Korean studies to apply for our programs so that they can enjoy the golden opportunity to study with us in one of the most beautiful, undiscovered and fascinating states in Asia.Should you have any queries about our programs/admission process, please feel free to contact us at gradaks@aks.ac.kr or call us at +82-31-708-5310. We look forward to receiving many successful applications.