Korea University - Sejong

• Offers a mutual learning program that benefits both visiting international students and KU-Sejjong students
• Participants in ITS learn about Korean language and culture, and participate in a number of field trips to important industry sites of one of the leading vibrant economies of the world
• Located in the center of Korea, in Jochiwon, Chungnam
• Has a student population of around 8,500

Academics

• Academic Calendar:
  • Fall Semester: Late August to mid December; International Student Orientation: Late February
  • Spring semester: Eaarly March to mid June;  International Student Orientation : Late August
• Our exchange is specifically with the ITS program, which helps cover many costs in exchange for committing to a number of activities to help educate Korean students about America and English. See an advisor for more details!
• KU-Sejong is composed of diverse academic colleges and departments. It hosts 23 departments in the College of Humanities, Business and Economics, Science and Technology, Pharmacy and the Division of Public Administration. Students may enroll in up to 18 credits per semester regardless of their majors. Students should take 3 credits of Korean Language and 3 credits of Korean Culture. There are over 100 courses taught in English each semester.

Accommodations

• Accommodation costs will be covered by Korea University’s ITS program. Students will be housed in a dormitory with two Korean students.

Testimonials

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Contact Information

• International Programs & Exchanges:
  • Dan Lindeman (360) 650-7241 or Dan.Lindeman@wwu.edu