Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AsiaLearn, has designed the Korea University program with your individual student goals in mind. It is built around a unique Discovery Model which is delivered by some of the best staff in study abroad, both in the U.S. and overseas, in order to provide you with an individualized experience through discovery in 5 key areas: personal, academic, cultural, social, and professional. Learn more about the Discovery Model.

Korea University is one of the largest, most selective, and historic universities in Korea, providing a top-quality educational experience for its students since 1905. Korea University offers a variety of courses in all professional fields and over 40% are taught in English. Known as the top-ranked “Ivy League” private university in the country, Korea University is a world-class institution featuring a dynamic educational environment, beautiful and conveniently located campus, and top-quality student facilities. It prides itself not only in being a progressive and globally conscious institution, but also one that plays a role in preserving and developing Korea’s unique culture.

Seoul is one of Asia’s largest and most culturally rich cities. Seoul is both the capital and the heart of Korea. As the financial, political, commercial, recreational, educational, and cultural center of Korea, Seoul is home to major domestic and international corporations, banks, government offices, arts and entertainment facilities. Seoul offers many activities for everyone, including museums, palaces, parks, mountains, amusement parks, and night clubs. As the hub of the nation’s transportation network, Seoul allows for convenient travel and exploration.

Watch Video from an GlobaLinks Learning Abroad student, Christina Dunbar, who attended Korea University: 

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Location

Korea has a 5,000 year history, with the first capital city (named Joseon, meaning Land of the Morning Calm) created in 2333 B.C. For five millennia, Korea has withstood the influences and invasions of neighboring countries and preserved its heritage, language, and ethnic homogeneity. Throughout its history, Korea has excelled in science and technological advances, developing the world’s most scientific alphabet, the world’s first ironclad warship, the first metal typeset book, and the first udometer. Today, Korea is better known for its cutting edge technology. The people of Korea are also great lovers of nature, and in a country so green and mountainous, many Koreans enjoy spending time in the great outdoors.

Due to Korea’s location between the great imperial powers of the Orient, it has been subjected to invasions throughout its history by warring nations of China, Manchuria, and Japan. Despite conflicts and differences with their northern counterparts, South Korea has experienced one of the fastest rates of economic development in the world. In just 40 years, the nation has rebuilt itself from the devastation of war and has become one of the leading economies in Asia, behind Japan and China. South Korea is one of the world’s most technologically and scientifically advanced countries with companies like Samsung and LG serving as global leaders in electronics, digital displays, semiconductor devices, mobile phones, and high-tech gadgets. South Korea has the world’s fourth largest steel producer, POSCO, and is a global leader in automobile manufacturing, led by Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group. 

For more information on South Korea, visit the Destinations section.

View the Ultimate City Guide for Seoul

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/city-guides/seoul-south-korea/

Academic Highlights

Korea University is a comprehensive university with programs of study in the following fields:

• Art and Design
• Business, Economics, and Commerce (The KU Business School is accredited by both AACSB and EQUIS)
• Education
• Engineering
• Humanities
• Information and Communication
• International Studies
• Journalism and Mass Communication
• Liberal Arts
• Life Sciences and Biotechnology
• Political Science and Economics
• Public Administration
• Science
• Science and Technology

*NOTE: Study abroad students are NOT allowed to take Nursing classes or any classes offered in the College of Medicine

To see specific subjects available, click on Course Catalog on the left. More than 40% of all classes offered at Korea University are instructed in English. Korean language instruction is offered every semester with six different levels available from beginner to advanced.

Participants are allowed to enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours and a maximum of 19 credit hours per semester. Participants will be able to pre-select courses to have approved by their home university for credit transfer approval prior to departure, however, students will not formally enroll in classes until arrival on campus.

Learn some Korean words and phrases:

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Housing

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students attending Korea University all live in Frontier House, the newest student dormitory on Korea University’s campus. Both international students and local students utilize this accommodation. 

Frontier House offers twin-shared dormitory rooms, each with an en suite bathroom, desk, and plenty of storage space. Internet is available in each dorm room and students should bring an Ethernet cable for access.

The cafeteria in Frontier House is available for students to purchase meals, and details of various meal plans will be available upon move-in. There is also a convenience store located nearby for additional purchases, if necessary.

Check out a video of a Frontier House dorm room from one of our GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students!  

TAKE A LOOK AROUND KOREA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS:

Bridging Cultures Program

The GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program is our signature orientation program for all semester and year abroad students. The cost for this multi-day program is included in your program fees and covers several nights accommodation, most meals, local transportation, and excursions.

• Typically 4-6 days in length, each orientation program includes:
• Exciting excursions and activities
• A chance to meet other students

Orientation sessions to help you adapt to your new country
Orientation sites vary based on the location of your program. Each site is selected based on the proximity to your host university as well as for the unique activities available within the area. Read more about the Bridging Cultures Program>
 

Take a look at what our KU students did during their BCP...

and hear what they had to say: 

Scholarships Available

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad strives to offer the most reasonable abroad fees to Asia.  To further enhance the affordability of the semester/year study abroad programs, we encourage you to apply for scholarships through all available scholarship sources.  Learn more about our scholarship opportunities. 

In addition to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad scholarships Korea University offers three types of scholarships for study abroad students:

• Admission Scholarships: KRW300,000 per month for the first semester(4 months)
• KU Travel Scholarships: designed to assist students meet basic travel costs, a one time payment of up to a maximum of KRW1,000,000 according to travel distance and currency rate
• Merit Scholarships: awarded on the basis of academic merit for the first semester, KRW300,000 per month for a second semester (4 months), therefore applicable to exchange/visiting students who participated in one year program only

You can apply for the KU scholarships after you are accepted to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad program!

Special Programs/Excursions

Planned Excursions & Events

Our in-country resident staff arranges scheduled activities with students throughout the year. Activities are optional and designed to explore the five key areas of discovery: academic, social, personal, cultural, and professional. These are not just visits to tourist attractions. For example, these are activities such as networking opportunities, local festivals, gallery openings, and other similar events that you can’t find in a travel book. These activities will truly enhance your experience.
 

On-Going Activities

Your exploration of the culture, the academics, the people, and yourself is what will truly enhance your experience. Through the Discovery Model, our in-country staff will provide you with advice and recommendations for other types of activities you can undertake in order achieve your individual goals.
 

Suggested Excursions:

• Experience Korean Opera
• Visit historic temples
• Play at Lotte World amusement park
• Watch an LG Twins baseball game

The Buddy Program!

This is a program where you will be paired up with a local Korean student who is there to show you the ropes and help you get settled at KU. It is an excellent resource for you and an instant 'insider' on fun things to do around campus and Seoul!

Other Destinations

In addition to the Bridging Cultures Program, many of the institutions provide excursions which are included in the program fee. These may be field trips associated with your classes or multi-day excursions with other international students from around the world.

Other Tours and Travel Available

Beyond our included orientation and excursions, you will be able to pre-book a wide variety of day, weekend, and week-long tours at a discounted price through our travel partner, STA Travel. These trips provide the ultimate flexibility for you to travel where you want to go, when you want to go, and with whom you want to go. Most trips have open dates, so you can pre-book the trip(s) that interest you, yet choose your dates later on in your semester. This flexibility also means friends that you make from other countries/programs or even your friends and family who are visiting you abroad can also participate. Learn more>
 

Get Involved Abroad

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Korean culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a how to live like a local and become involved with community activities available in Korea or discover your own upon arrival!

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Korea on GlobaLinks Learning Abroad's Bridging Cultures Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to South Korea.  Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts throughout the semester making a profound impact on the local community.

Campus Involvement

Korea University has very active student organizations. As a student with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad you are able to participate in any of the societies, clubs, or activities available. Their clubs and assoications include but are not limited to SCUBA diving, Soccer, Baseball, Archery, Swimming, Buddhism, KY Choir, Acoustic guitar club, Saebyok Kwangjang (an environment activism organization), and a traveling club.

See how other students have become involved in Korea!

Enhance your Experience

Global Citizens Development Modules

The new Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory, however we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication. 

Learn the Local Language!

• LiveMocha - Prior to departure you will receive information and instruction for, LiveMocha, an online language learning program to help you learn your host language. Learn at varying levels and at your own speed. Get started now!
• Lonely Planet Guide & Phrase Book - For both language learning and culture/history/country specific inforamton you will receive a Lonely Planet Guide and Phase book before departure, which will allow you to start planning your adventures and learning how to communicate with locals.
• Additional Language Resources - To even further your language skill take a look at some of these optional language learning tools.
• Basic language practice during the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program (BCP) - for semester/year programs students will participate in the GlobaLinks BCP and have the opportunity to practice their language skills and learn a few new words through interaction with locals.

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, and view the specific course options, use the 'Selecting Courses' link.  Please read carefully before following the link to the KU course search website.

**Business Courses at Korea University - Business courses are extremely competitive and limited at Korea University.  KU has a very strong business program, and the courses often fill up very quickly during registration.  If you are expecting to take business courses at KU, make sure to have a few options that you can choose from, and alternative courses in case you are placed on a waiting list, or denied entry due to class size.

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Fees

Fee Includes

What’s Included in the Program Fee?

Everything you would expect:

• Personalized Program Counseling including:

MyLearn on-line admissions system
Course selection and credit transfer
Immigration visa assistance
Travel arrangements & airport pickup
Financial aid transfer and financial planning
Pre-departure webinar
Comprehensive participant guide
Help for parents and advisors

• Tuition
• Transfer Credit
• Health Insurance
• On-site Staff
• 24/7 emergency support in North American and abroad
• Internet and cell phone access
• Access to scholarships
• Alumni program on your return

More than you expect:

• Multi-day Bridging Cultures Orientation Program
• Discovery Activities throughout your time abroad
• Day Trips or Weekend Excursions may be included

Additional Housing Fee

Housing only (no meals included) costs range from approximately $1,700 - $2,200*

Housing amenities are generally:

• Twin-Share room
• Technology package available
• Linen package available

An additional refundable housing deposit may be required for your housing selection. This housing is self-catered, therefore you will have access to a kitchen where you can prepare your own meals.

*All fees are subject to change.

Dates

Entry Requirements

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Program Team

	Program Manager Jill Muegge jmuegge@globalinksabroad.org 1-800-980-0033 X124
	Program Assistant Corey Westbury cwestbury@globalinksabroad.org 1-800-980-0033 X 143
	Resident Director Aaron Clark aclark@globalinksabroad.org
	Resident Coordinator Amy Smith RCSeoul@globalinksabroad.org