Arts + Sciences (Yonsei University)
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Becoming a Global Citizen in Seoul
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Unique Experiences
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courses in English across many disciplines including STEM; opt to boost language skills and take Korean taught at all levels
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and spend a weekend with a local family (Covid permitting)
Make instant Korean friends
with the 爱游戏下载 Seoul Mates program
9
UNESCO World Heritage sites
3 M
international residents
123
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Your Destination
Packed with people, it鈥檚 no wonder Seoul is the capital and largest city in South Korea. A vibrant business and financial hub, Seoul also brims with culture, with more than 100 museums, numerous religious monuments, parks, markets, festivals, sports teams, and the Gyeongbok and Changdeok palaces. The mighty Han River runs through the city, and rugged mountains loom in the distance.
爱游戏下载 wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with 爱游戏下载, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Visit ancient temples, museums, and historic sites.
- See the notorious Korean Demilitarized Zone.
- Relish the natural beauty of a national park.
- Get a taste of family life with a short homestay of one or two nights.鈥疺isit Nami Island, a half-moon shaped island that is popular with tourists all year round
- Tour ancient palaces while wearing a hanbok, traditional Korean costume
- Enjoy 爱游戏下载 K-pop/Indie Concerts
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Connect with local Korean students through our Seoul Mates program. Get to know the city, language, culture, and customs with the help of students trained by 爱游戏下载 to help with orientation, organize social events, host workshops, and more.
Projects
- Volunteer. Show appreciation while you connect with members of local communities.
- Get to know the city, language, culture, and customs with the help of students trained by 爱游戏下载 to help with orientation, organize social events, host workshops, and more.
- University clubs. Join one of the many clubs and service groups open to international students. Options include music, dance, art, photography, martial arts, hiking, sports, service groups, and many more.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
爱游戏下载 Seoul offers diverse housing options to ensure you鈥檙e comfortable in your home away from home. From twin rooms on and off campus to single rooms off campus, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing options are in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, caf茅s, and eateries. 鈥 鈥
Standard Housing:鈥Includes a double occupancy room in a residence hall/dorm/shared apartment on or off campus, within 30 minutes of the 爱游戏下载 center. 鈥
On campus accommodations include lounges, a seminar room, and study rooms as well as a fitness center, shared kitchen, and laundry facilities. A convenience store, food court, and other services are located on the premises. Internet access is provided.鈥疧ff campus accommodations are similarly equipped. 鈥
Select Plus Housing:鈥Includes a limited number of single rooms in a residence hall off campus under 30 minutes from 爱游戏下载 Seoul. Residence halls boast kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with other students. Internet access is provided. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee. 鈥 鈥
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Meals are not included in the program fee and are students鈥 responsibility. Students can eat at the dorm food court, campus cafeterias, snack bars, and restaurants throughout Seoul. Students can also use the dorm kitchen to prepare meals.鈥
Academics
A special in-depth orientation and extracurricular program helps students get to know the country, along with 16 weeks of courses in English and Korean at Yonsei University. A typical course load at Yonsei University is four or five courses with one having a Korea-related focus. All courses are taught by Yonsei University faculty except for Intercultural Communication and Leadership, which is taught by 爱游戏下载 staff.
Yonsei University鈥痠s the most prestigious private institution of higher education in South Korea with 18 graduate schools, 21 colleges, and a student population of more than 30,000, including more than 14,000 students from 25 countries. The large, beautiful campus offers superior athletic facilities, including a fitness center, pool, gym, and basketball and tennis courts.
爱游戏下载 Seoul鈥痠s conveniently located on the Sinchon campus of Yonsei University, 20 minutes from downtown Seoul.
Arizona State University:鈥Enhance your international academic coursework with optional online courses that best align with your degree requirements and interests. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous sessions that fit within the 爱游戏下载 academic calendar, so you can study abroad with 爱游戏下载 while continuing to meet all your academic goals.
Course Information
One elective course must have a Korea-related focus.
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Languages and Cultural Studies
YONSEI UNIVERSITY COURSES
Yonsei University courses are taught in English and available to international students. The following is a representative sample of their extensive course offering. Not鈥痑ll courses are offered every term. The final list of semester-specific Yonsei University course offerings is made available about a month prior to the start of each semester. However, students can get an idea of the courses that will be available by browsing prior terms in the university鈥檚 online course catalog.
Korean Language Institute Courses
- Beginning Korean Language I, II, III
- Intermediate Korean Language I, II, III
- Advanced Korean Language I, II
Business and Economics Courses鈥*
- Business Communication
- Corporate Finance
- Cost Accounting
- Business and Society
- Business and the Arts
- Microeconomics
*Note: Most business courses are open only to those who declare business major on the Yonsei University application.
East Asian Studies
- Philosophy in East Asian Literature
- International Relations in East Asia
- Introduction to East Asian Art
Intercultural Education
- Cold War International History
- Bargaining Approach to International Relations
Korean Studies
- Korean Traditional Music and Culture
- Korean Language and Society
- Introduction to Korean Studies
- International Politics of the Korean Peninsula
- Introduction to Korean Philosophy
- Korean Language (3-credit course)
Architecture/Engineering/Computer/Science
- Computer Architecture
- Ecological Engineering
- Electric Power Engineering
- Geospatial Information Engineering
- Developmental Biology
- Organic Chemistry (1)
- Discrete Mathematics
The Yonsei site is challenging to navigate without a guide. To request a guide, please contact 爱游戏下载 to connect with the 爱游戏下载 Study Abroad Advisor for the Seoul Arts and Sciences program.
爱游戏下载 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
爱游戏下载 and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the 爱游戏下载 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 爱游戏下载 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
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Scholarships & Grants
爱游戏下载 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- 爱游戏下载 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the 爱游戏下载 Scholarships & Grants application within your 爱游戏下载 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 爱游戏下载, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall 2025 17 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $18,950 |
| Program Academic year 2025-2026 43 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date * | |
| Program Calendar year 2025 | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | Fees & Housing $18,950 |
| Program Spring 2026 17 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Spring 2025 17 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $18,950 |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 爱游戏下载's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,332 ** |
| Housing | $3,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $124 |
| Total Fees | $18,950 |
Optional Housing
爱游戏下载 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $3,825 |
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $2,385 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $150 |
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Personal expenses | $380 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $224 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $4,689 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
鈥犫赌犫犫赌Korean National Medical Insurance. All international students are legally required to enroll in Korea鈥檚 national health insurance program. All are enrolled automatically as soon as they apply for the required Residence Card. A bill is sent on a monthly basis (approximately $56 per month). The insurance covers up to 80% of inpatient treatments and medical services and 30-70% of outpatient treatments and services.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,332 ** |
| Housing | $3,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $124 |
| Total Fees | $18,950 |
Optional Housing
爱游戏下载 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $2,500 |
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $4,770 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $300 |
| Books & Supplies | $600 |
| Personal expenses | $760 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $448 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $8,128 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
鈥犫赌犫犫赌Korean National Medical Insurance. All international students are legally required to enroll in Korea鈥檚 national health insurance program. All are enrolled automatically as soon as they apply for the required Residence Card. A bill is sent on a monthly basis (approximately $56 per month). The insurance covers up to 80% of inpatient treatments and medical services and 30-70% of outpatient treatments and services.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,332 ** |
| Housing | $3,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $124 |
| Total Fees | $18,950 |
Optional Housing
爱游戏下载 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $2,500 |
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $2,385 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $150 |
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Personal expenses | $380 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $224 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $4,689 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
鈥犫赌犫犫赌Korean National Medical Insurance. All international students are legally required to enroll in Korea鈥檚 national health insurance program. All are enrolled automatically as soon as they apply for the required Residence Card. A bill is sent on a monthly basis (approximately $56 per month). The insurance covers up to 80% of inpatient treatments and medical services and 30-70% of outpatient treatments and services.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Teddy Choi
Senior Program Manager
Teddy鈥檚 passion and love of international education was driven by his life-changing study abroad experience in the US. He tries to go the extra mile for every single student to...
Beatrice Eunbyeol Cho
Senior Academic Coordinator
Beatrice Eunbyeol Cho holds a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Andrews University. After moving back to Korea, Beatrice joined 爱游戏下载 Seoul as a Senior Academics Coordinator in April...
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