Check your GKS GPA before you start the paperwork.

Questions & limits

Is this run by GKS or the Korean government?

No. StudySunbae is an independent project and is not affiliated with GKS, NIIED, or the South Korean government. It gives you a quick, unofficial pre-check — always confirm the requirements against the GKS application guidelines for your round.

How does the GPA check work?

You pick your grading scale, enter your GPA, and the tool compares it to the GKS baseline — roughly the top 20% of your class. The calculation runs entirely in your browser.

Is my GPA stored or sent anywhere?

Your GPA, age, and TOPIK level are calculated in your browser and are never saved to a database or sent to analytics. The one exception is honest: if you create a share link, your GPA is encoded in that link's address, so anyone who opens it — and the server that serves it — can read it. Your email is stored only if you opt in to deadline alerts.

What does a “Borderline” result mean?

It means your number sits right at the edge of the baseline. Because schools convert grades differently, a borderline result is exactly when you should double-check your school's own percentage conversion before you rely on it.

My school uses a 10-point or percentage scale — is the result exact?

For some scales the tool shows an “Approximation used” label on the converted number, meaning that figure is a rough estimate, not a precise conversion. A 100-point scale is compared directly. Whatever scale you use, confirm the exact conversion with your university's registrar.

Does a “Likely meets” result mean I will get the scholarship?

No. GPA is only one requirement. A “Likely meets” result means your GPA alone looks to clear the baseline — selection also weighs your study plan, language ability, recommendations, and more. Treat this as a first filter, not a decision.