Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AsiaLearn, offers semester/year abroad programs at Korea University.

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 may choose to live in one of two high quality student dormitories: 

• CJ International House offers air-conditioned, limited single and twin shared accommodation. Bathroom facilities are connected to the suite and are shared by suitemates.
• Anam Hall 2 is an air-conditioned dorm with triple shared accommodation and community bathrooms. Students can also choose to live off campus. Assistance for locating off-campus accommodation will be made available by the university.

Meals are not included in the program fees.

Here is what former students say about housing at Korea University:

"I loved CJ International House! The dorm was really nice and someone came and cleaned our bathroom twice a week!" -H. Porter, Univ. of California - Irvnie 

"We are exceptionally impressed with the housing. The dorm is new and extremely well-equipped. Facilities are clean and orderly and we have had zero complaints or issues to report." -K. Vilardi & J. Jackson 

"I love CJ House, very nice rooms, quite clean and save. It seems almost like a four start hotel." -T. Resendiz, Texash Tech Univ. 

"I would rate the housing as excellent. Iit’s pretty new ~ it’s very spacious for being a dorm room – lots of storage!" -A. Hong, Point Loma Nazarene University

TAKE A LOOK AROUND KOREA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS:

Bridging Cultures Program

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad semester/year participants will participate in a multi-day Bridging Cultures Program in Asia, prior to arriving at their host university. For more details on the Bridging Cultures Program CLICK HERE.

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

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!

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

Program Fees are in US dollars and include tuition for 12-16 credits, on-campus student fees, official transcript, overseas health coverage, airport pick up charges, introductory survival language training, in-country GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program, pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing service and fee, personal advising, subject selections, liaison with your home university, credit transfer assistance, financial aid services, and alumni support.

Fee Advice

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Entry Requirements

Programs in Asia Coordinator

Name: David Grove Title: Manager, Programs in Asia Department: BIO: David is the Manager for Summer, Semester, and Year abroad programs in Asia. A former alumnus of AustraLearn, David studied abroad at Massey University in Palmerston North, New Zealand. He has traveled extensively in New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Costa Rica, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. David holds a B.S. in Psychology from Appalachian State University in North Carolina, and when not in the office is either biking, playing sports, or enjoying the mountains.