Summary
Reflective of Yonsei University’s strong commitment to global education, the university’s International Summer School offers courses of general interest in international studies, business and economics, science and engineering, and literature as well as courses on specifically Asian and Korean topics, taught by Korean, American, and other international instructors. Set within a spacious, quiet, and wooded environment in western Seoul on the former site of a Yi Dynasty royal palace, Yonsei is one of the most internationalized and open universities in Korea.
Students attend classes with international students.
Duration
Go to Current Participants to see current or past calendars.
Summer: mid-June to early August
Qualified summer students may extend their EAP participation to the fall semester or academic year at Yonsei University.
Academic Focus
General curriculum. Students may take Korean language classes at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels, and/or choose two to three courses taught in English on a wide variety of subjects, including Asian and Korean history, culture, literature, business, economics, society, and politics.
Use the following resources to learn about EAP courses:
- Subject Area Chart to find general areas of study.
- MyEAP Course Catalog to search for courses previously taken by UC students.
Additional courses may be available at host institutions or program locations and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
- Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
In the MyEAP Course Catalog, summer courses are listed separately from semester courses and are designated by an “S” suffix on the course number.
Language of Instruction
English and Korean (language classes)
Language Study
Korean language study is strongly recommended but is not required if you are enrolled in the summer program only.
Internships, Research, and Independent Study
Internships or independent study for academic credit may be possible in this program. Arrangements are generally made after arrival at the host institution. Predeparture preparation may be required.
Units
You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad; 9 to 13.5 UC quarter units are required, which is two or three courses. If you receive financial aid, you may be required to take 13.5 UC quarter units as a requirement for UC summer funding; see your campus Financial Aid Office for details.
Housing
EAP students reside on campus in dormitories or off campus in apartments and share rooms with other exchange students. Students also have the option to make independent housing arrangements. Homestays are offered through Yonsei University.
On-site Support
EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of their host country and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
ampus in dormitories or off campus in apartments and share rooms with other exchange students. Students also have the option to make independent housing arrangements. Homestays are offered through Yonsei University.
See the EAP Student's Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).
Host Institutions
Yonsei University, Seoul
Founded in 1885, Yonsei University is the oldest university in Korea. The main campus is located on 250 wooded acres in western Seoul on the former site of a Yi Dynasty royal palace. The main quad area resembles an American East Coast university with its numerous gothic stone buildings, although this traditional core is being infused with new architecture as the university expands.
Yonsei is one of the most selective of the Korean universities. It enrolls about 35,000 undergraduate and graduate students in a broad range of academic departments, a comprehensive graduate program, and professional schools at its Sinchon and Wonju campuses. Students who attend Yonsei represent the top 1 percent of Korean secondary school graduates.
The main university campus in Seoul, Sinchon, has colleges of Business and Economics, Education, Dentistry, Engineering, Human Ecology, Law, Liberal Arts, Medicine, Music, Nursing, Science, Social Sciences, and Theology. It has universitywide research institutes in the humanities, social sciences, sciences, engineering, and medicine and health sciences. Underwood International College (UIC) has its own degree program in English for Korean students, and also provides the curriculum for exchange students as well as for the Yonsei International Summer School.
Visit the Yonsei University website
Estimated Cost
The cost of study on EAP can be close to the cost of studying on
campus and is typically far less than the cost of non-UC study
abroad programs. You can also take your UC financial aid abroad! If you do not currently
receive UC financial aid, you may qualify for aid while on EAP. Each year, EAP students receive $1.3 million in study abroad grants and scholarships.
The estimated total cost for options in this program are listed below. Future costs will vary due to currency fluctuation, etc. All estimated totals include:
- UC fees
- program-specific fees
- room and board
- mandatory insurance
- incidentals
- transportation
- books
- on-site orientation
- predeparture expenses
- intensive language program expenses where applicable
Estimated EAP Costs*
| Choose option for detailed budget worksheet |
Cost |
| * Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100. |
| Summer |
$6,400 |
| Summer + Fall Semester |
$15,100 |
| Summer + Academic Year |
$25,800 |
Comparative UC Costs**
| |
Average UC
Off-Campus Costs |
Average UC
On-Campus Costs |
** Based on most recent costs. Miscellaneous campus fees, non-resident tuition,
and graduate fees are not included and may vary in the future. |
| UC Academic Year |
$23,614 |
$21,690 |
| UC Semester |
$11,955 |
$10,304 |
| UC Quarter |
$7,794 |
$7,230 |
Application Requirements
Program-Specific Requirements
- Class level: sophomore, junior, senior, graduate (language and undergraduate course work only)
- GPA: 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure. No exceptions.
In addition to program-specific requirements, all applicants must meet the following
minimum requirements:
- Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into
the student’s UC degree program
- Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully
to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and
exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
- Willingness to abide by program regulations
- Endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all
campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)
These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection. The final admission decision is made by the host institution.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office.
In addition to your campus deadlines, there are deadlines by which the Campus EAP Office must submit the completed applications and accompanying materials to the Universitywide Office of EAP (UOEAP). For participation in the Program, it is critical that both campus deadlines and UOEAP deadlines are met. If the application is incomplete and not accompanied by the required materials noted, it will be returned to the Campus EAP Office.
Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but are not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.
Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:
