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ISEP Study in South Korea - Korea University - ISEP Direct (Outbound Program)

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  • Locations: Seoul, South Korea
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Program Sponsor: ISEP 
  • Restrictions: SDSU applicants only
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Host Institution: Korea University Click here for a definition of this term School of Record: Korea University
Click here for a definition of this term Field of Study - General: Advertising, Art, Asian Studies, Biology, Business - Accounting, Business - Entrepreneurship, Business - Fowler College of Business, Business - International Business, Business - Marketing, Business Administration, Communication, Computer Science, Education, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Foods and Nutrition, Health Science, History, International Studies, Korean, Mathematics/Statistics, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Urban Studies Click here for a definition of this term Program Category: ISEP Direct
Program Provider or Sponsor: ISEP Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Korean
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.75 Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Click here for a definition of this term Credit Type: Transfer Credit Click here for a definition of this term Transborder experience: No
Click here for a definition of this term SDSU Exchange Chance of Placement: 1-Excellent Mode of Participation: In-Person
Program Description:
ISEP Direct Seoul
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS 
  • Experience the powerful school spirit of KU throughout the campus and onto the sports fields, courts, and ice-skating rinks through KU’s unique cheering culture.  
  • Korea University is world-renowned for the quality of its academic programs offering intriguing topics such as Mass Media and Popular Culture in Korea?, World Cultures?, and Basic Hacking Practice. 
  • An assigned student buddy will help you acclimate to life in Seoul and at Korea University through fun one-on-one and group experiences.  
  • Korea University boasts multiple accreditations including AACSB, EQUIS, UNESCO International Union of Architects (UNESCO-UIA), and other Korea-based accreditations.  

LIFE ABROAD 
Experience the vibrant pop cultural capital of Seoul, a city full of neon lights, beckoning street food, and the latest trends in fashion. Korea University is one of South Korea's oldest, largest, and most prestigious universities. You'll study on a campus that feels like its own neighborhood, with streets lined with coffee shops and eateries that create a powerful sense of community for students.  

SOUTH KOREA PROGRAM ADVISOR 
Brian (Kyung Hwan) Min, ISEP’s Seoul-based team member, provides extra support for ISEP students in Seoul. Brian has an academic background in Psychology (BA), Women’s and Gender Studies (BA), and Higher Education and Student Affairs (MA). After studying in the US, Brian returned to Korea in 2015 and served in the Air Force. He has also worked in intercultural education, tourism, online teaching, and entrepreneurship (start-up). Brian is passionate about student success and fostering an inclusive and safe environment. 

What We Love About Seoul 
You will quickly learn why Seoul is seen as the birthplace of K-Pop culture and the center of where Hallyu began. To fully immerse yourself in Korean culture, take advantage of the free Korean Language classes offered during the semester breaks for students who have finished at least one semester at KU. 

LEARN MORE 
Visit the Program Page for Study in Seoul to learn more. 

GET STARTED 
You can meet with the ISEP Coordinator at your home campus or speak with an ISEP Student Services Officer, who will guide you through the application process, pre-departure, your time abroad, and your return. To connect with ISEP, visit our website. 

 

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year SDSU App Deadline SDSU Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 09/16/2024 10/15/2024 TBA TBA