Destination: South Korea
Opportunity Type: Travel Scholarship
Program Name: Autumn Korean Culture Camp 2026
Provider: AYFN
Available Awards: Gold and Silver
Application Deadline: 15 July 2026
The Autumn Korean Culture Camp 2026 gives selected applicants travel scholarship support to join a Korea-based cultural learning experience. Through this AYFN opportunity, participants may receive a program fee waiver, flight support, visa processing fee support if needed, and several in-country program benefits.
About Autumn Korean Culture Camp 2026
AYFN presents this program as a travel scholarship opportunity for people who want to experience South Korea through culture, travel, and learning. The scholarship supports selected applicants through two award levels: Gold and Silver.
The program includes cultural and educational activities based on the itinerary. Moreover, the scholarship package includes shared accommodation, selected meals, local transportation, scheduled tours, and program support.
Gold and Silver Scholarship Coverage
The Gold and Silver scholarships provide different travel grant amounts.
Gold Award
✓ 100% program fee waiver, worth up to USD 950
✓ Flight expense support up to USD 750
✓ Visa processing fee support up to USD 50, if needed
Silver Award
✓ 100% program fee waiver, worth up to USD 950
✓ Flight expense support up to USD 250
✓ Visa processing fee support up to USD 50, if needed
AYFN states that the Gold scholarship includes a program fee waiver and travel grant up to USD 750. The Silver scholarship includes a program fee waiver and travel grant up to USD 250.
Included Benefits
The scholarship package covers these items:
✓ 6 days and 5 nights of shared accommodation in a double or triple shared room
✓ Breakfast 4 times and lunch 4 times
✓ All cultural and educational activities stated in the itinerary
✓ Scheduled sightseeing tours
✓ Local transportation by metro and bus
✓ AYFN e-certificate of participation
✓ Full program guidance and support
✓ In-country coordination and administrative fees
Expenses Applicants Must Cover
The scholarship does not include every cost. Therefore, applicants should prepare for the following expenses:
• Visa application fees
• Additional airfare expenses
• Personal costs, such as travel insurance, internet access, laundry, extra meals, or items not listed under coverage
Who Can Apply
Applicants must satisfy the official eligibility criteria:
• Applicants from all nationalities may apply
• Applicants must be 17 to 40 years old
• Applicants must have an interest in travel and culture
• Applicants must have involvement in social and youth activities
• Applicants must demonstrate leadership potential
• Applicants must be physically and mentally healthy
• Applicants must be ready to document all activities
Documents Needed
Applicants must prepare all required documents before submission.
• Europass-standard Curriculum Vitae or resume
• 250-word motivation letter on “Why do I need this scholarship? and Why I deserve this scholarship?”
• 250-word essay on “Travel with a Purpose”
• Payment receipt for the Travel Memoir: Maeum e-book
• English version of all documents
How the Application Works
First, applicants complete the pre-application step. Then, they buy the AYFN e-book product required for the application process. AYFN confirms that there is no application fee, although the e-book purchase is required.
Next, applicants complete the online application form. The final submission deadline is 15 July 2026. After submission, applicants receive an email confirmation that AYFN has received the application package.
Selection Process and Dates
AYFN lists a phased selection process for the scholarship.
• Deadline for submission: 15 July 2026
• Phase 1 announcement: estimated 15 August 2026
• Interview session for shortlisted applicants: 20–30 August 2026
• Final announcement: 5 September 2025, as stated on the source page
Terms Applicants Should Know
The scholarship has limited availability. Also, one payment receipt can be used by one applicant only.
Applicants cannot apply for both scholarship types. Instead, they must select either Gold or Silver. In addition, AYFN states that the judges’ decision is final.
For payment, PayPal is available for USD only and may not support some countries, such as Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, and Timor Leste. Meanwhile, Xendit payments are converted into Indonesian Rupiah because AYFN’s head office is in Indonesia. Xendit supports major cards worldwide, including Visa, Mastercard, and JCB.
