Korea

Korea: Yonsei University, Seoul

Host Institution

Yonsei University, Seoul

Highlights

At Yonsei University’s International Division, UC students engage in stimulating exchanges with students from around the world and gain unique perspectives on Asian international politics and society, including current South-North Korean relations and Korean popular culture. Set on 250 wooded acres in western Seoul on the former site of a Yi Dynasty royal palace, the university is expanding from its traditional quad of gothic stone buildings–resembling those of an American East Coast university–to a campus infused with modern architectural styles. (details)

Duration (calendar)

Fall semester: mid-June to late December
Spring semester: mid-February to mid-June
Academic year: mid-June to mid-June

Students may extend their EAP participation from the fall to the year.

Academic Focus

Humanities, social science, and business courses in English or Korean, and Korean language study. Particularly strong courses are available in Asian studies and Korean language and literature. Wider opportunities are available for students who can take regular university courses in Korean. For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Internships and independent study may be arranged for fall, spring, and year students. All students who are interested in independent study or an internship for the fall or spring term should submit a proposal to the Campus EAP Office before departure.

Graduate students and advanced undergraduate students, especially business or international studies majors, may study at the Yonsei Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) or in the Global MBA program at the Graduate School of Business Administration. These professional schools offer in-depth studies of such subjects as international management, trade, finance, law, and area studies. Undergraduates are normally limited to one graduate course.

Korean Language Institute Program: Non-native speakers of Korean language can apply for a year of intensive Korean language study. Interested students should indicate this option to their Campus
EAP Advisor.

Students attend classes with international and host country students.

Language of Instruction

Korean and English

Language Study

Fall and year programs begin with a mandatory six-week Korean intensive language program (ILP). Korean language study is required each semester.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad.

ILP: Minimum of 9 UC quarter units, maximum of 13.5 units (may be reduced to 3 units on the variable unit option); two or three courses
Fall and Year: 18 UC quarter units per semester; usually three or four courses
Spring: 21 UC quarter units per semester (for students who do not attend an ILP); four or five courses

Housing

EAP students reside on campus in an international dormitory. Students also have the option to make off-campus arrangements. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.