Korea Summer University
Korea University International Summer Campus
Korean University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious universities located in Seoul. The international summer campus provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about Korea through academic and cultural immersion during the summer months. It offers one semester’s load of work condensed into six weeks, during which renowned academics teach both domestic and international students.
In 2011, over 1,400 students participated from 201 institutions in 26 different countries around the world. There are more than 110 courses available covering a wider range of subjects pertaining to international issues, with particular emphasis on Business & Economics, Humanities, Sociology, Fine Art, International Relations, Science and Korean Studies.
Visit the Korea University International Summer campus website for more details on the program. (Select international students tab and use the top bar to navigate through the program topics)
Click here to see what courses are available. Students may also participate in a one-month internship prior to the start of the program.
Dates:
July 2 - August 9, 2012
(arrive on June 30 or July 1st, depart on August 10-11)
Orientation and registration will be held one day before the classes begin (July 2nd). Classes start on July 3rd. Students are advised to arrive in Korea a few days before the program starts to get acquainted with the new surroundings.
Date |
Schedule |
June 1st (Fri) |
Registration Deadline |
June 4th (Mon) |
Internship Begins |
June 29th (Fri) |
Internship Ends |
June 30 - July 1st (Sat-Sun) |
Dormitory Check-In |
July 2nd (Mon) |
Orientation |
July 3rd (Tue) |
Classes Begin |
July 5th (Thu) |
Add/Drop Period Ends |
August 9th (Thu) |
Classes End/ Completion Ceremony |
August 10 - 11 (Fri-Sat) |
Dormitory Check-Out |
Estimated Costs:
| Korea Univ. Summer Program | |
| Educational Fees1 (2011 rate; summer 2012 rate TBA in April) | $1547.40 |
| Information Technology Fee | $74.40 |
| Student Facility, Activity, & Health Fee | $0.00 |
| Application Fee | KRW 100,000 (Appx. $84) |
| Housing2 | KRW 940,000~1,120,000 (Appx. $940) |
| Meal & Other Expenses3 | KRW 1,000,000 (Appx. $900) |
| Airfare | KRW 1,500,000 (Appx. $1,400) |
| Miscellaneous4 | $70 |
| Optional Airport Pickup5 | KRW 90,000 (Appx. $75) |
| Total Estimated Cost6 | $5090.80 |
1 Educational and IT fees are based on 6 credit hours. Non-resident fees may apply.
2 Housing varies based on the different housing options. This fee will be paid directly to Korea University
3 This is an estimate for meals and personal expenses (It may vary by student depending on personal spending habits)
4 Includes mandatory HTH insurance
5 Airport pick-up is available upon each student's request. This feel will be paid directly to Korea Univeristy. (Incheon airport only)
6 Please note that expenses are ESTIMATES. Costs vary depending on the exchange rate, the inflation rate, individual spending habits, and amount of extra travel. The cost estimate above does not include costs for independent travel, which can vary widely from student to student.
To see the current South Korean Won/Dollar conversion, use aCurrencyConverter.
How to Apply/Application Process:
To apply, please visit the Study Abroad Application Deadlines & Procedures page for How to Apply for this Exchange Program deadlines, application procedures, and forms.
Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation:
All UM-St. Louis students who study abroad are required to attend pre-departure orientation. This session will cover registration and financial aid, credit transfer, travel, health and safety topics, culture shock, and much more. Details and location.
Last modified February 1, 2012