I Became a GKS Scholar Against 100:1 Odds | Experience of an Indonesian Student in Korea (Pt.1)

What is it like to become a Korean government scholarship recipient and study in Seoul? In this interview, Gagas from Indonesia shares how he became a Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) scholar, studied Korean, and went on to attend Korea University. He recalls around 300 applicants competing for just three places in his selection round. We talk about his scholarship application experience, studying during COVID, and why he chose Korea. Gagas also shares his first impressions, cultural differences around sharing food, making Korean friends through student clubs, and creating content about university life. Along the way, he introduces some of his favorite places to visit in Korea. Part 1 of 4. ------------------------ Timestamps 00:00 Highlights & opening 00:28 Meet Gagas from Indonesia 01:54 Coming to Korea & getting a GKS scholarship 04:51 Studying during COVID 05:27 Choosing Korea & first impressions 07:07 Cultural differences & making Korean friends 09:14 Creating content about student life in Korea 11:36 Free time & favorite places in Korea