Korea: Yonsei University
Yonsei University has a 250-acre campus in the wooded hills of western Seoul which is twenty minutes from downtown by bus or subway. Seoul has a population of 12 million.
Academic Program Description
Yonsei University is the oldest university in Korea. Two-thirds of Yonsei’s faculty holds doctorates from U.S. institutions. The total student population is about 30,000. The divisions taught in English in the International Division include courses in Korean/East Asian business, culture, economics, history, international relations, politics, sociology, Korean language and literature, and philosophy. There are also courses taught in Korean for students proficient in Korean. The summer session offers language and culture study or an intensive language study program.
Academic Year Schedule
| Summer Session: | late June-early August |
| Fall semester | early September–late December |
| Spring semester: | late February–late June |
Housing
Students can live in double-occupancy rooms at the International House, Yonsei’s international student dormitory. They can also live in affordable apartments off campus and near the campus.
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 GPA with completion of at least 30 credits at WWU by beginning of exchange
- Completion of at least one year of college or university study
- Application approval by the IPE committee
Application Procedure
- Complete Yonsei University application form and submit along with a brief one page essay on student’s plan of study, official academic transcripts, three passport size photos, and one letter of academic reference
- Complete International Programs & Exchanges Study Abroad/Exchange Application and submit with statement of purpose
- Pay IPE application deposit.
- Application will be approved by the committee before the nomination is forwarded to the university
- Once accepted, Yonsei University will send a letter of acceptance. Student must use letter of acceptance and notarized letter of guarantee to obtain the visa from the Korean Consulate. The Summer Session is less than 90 days and a tourist visa is sufficient
Application Deadlines
| Fall Semester: | April 15 |
| Spring Semester: | November 1 |
For more information, visit Yonsei University’s website: http://www.yonsei.ac.kr/~ysid/.