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  • Locations: Seoul, South Korea
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring, Summerterm, Year (Fall-Spring)
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  • Program Sponsor: USAC 
  • Restrictions: UMD applicants only
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Credit Type: Transfer Credit Housing Options: Residence Hall
Class Eligibility: Graduate Student, Junior, Other, Senior, Sophomore Language of Instruction: English
Program Type: Affiliate Program
Program Description:
   
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Study abroad in Seoul, Korea
Yonsei University

seoul
 
Study and explore at Yonsei University that is located in a unique part of Seoul where you can experience both the vibe of metropolitan area and the awes of deep-rooted Korean traditions. 

Take advantage of outdoor recreation by enjoying bike or ferry rides along the Han River, entertainment and shopping, and visits to local temples through the center of bustling Seoul. 

Immerse yourself in the Sinchon area around the University with a rich array of facilities and activities. This area creates a unique culture of its own and attracts young population from around the city and around the country. 

Enjoy the benefits of spending time at a University that has the most extensive international network in Korea and educated the largest number of international students among Korean Universities, with over 4,500 students in 2017. 

What's included

Tuition and fees
Housing information assistance
Personalized pre-departure advising
Visa guidance
Parental support and advisement
Scholarship advising and assistance
Transcript assistance
Student health insurance
Local travel resources, tips, suggestions
24-hour emergency support
And more...

 



 
 

         Instruction        

 

Terms available

 

Credit-earning options

English
Korean
  Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Yearlong
  Undergraduate
Graduate
 
 
Learn More About The USAC seoul - Yonsei University Program
 
 
Historically, USAC awards more than $2 million in scholarships, grants, and discounts annually.  
USAC is an award-winning nonprofit international education provider. Since 1982, USAC has provided affordable, valuable study abroad programs that enable you to enhance your academics while providing opportunities and lessons that build interpersonal, time-management, problem-solving, and adaptability skills that will aid in your career development.
 


 




UMD partners with USAC to offer affiliate program options to UMD students across the globe. While you will maintain your UMD student status while you are away, you will work directly with USAC program staff as a participant on their program. Your EA advisor, listed above, will assist you with this process and can answer your questions about the application process.

Academics on a USAC program
Visit the Academics & Study Abroad page which outlines key considerations for your academic planning as you navigate different phases of study abroad:

Browse UMD course evaluations in the Study Abroad Course Database:
 
Yonsei University
Course Evaluations

 

There may be other course offerings on this program that are not currently listed in the Study Abroad Course Database (SACD).  If you are interested in taking a course not listed in the SACD, please submit a transfer credit evaluation request.

You will be required to order a transcript from your USAC sponsoring institution and have it sent to Education Abroad in order for your transfer credits to be evaluated and applied to your UMD degree. Information on this process will be available for you in your USAC Gateway Account under “Credit Transfer Instructions.” If enrolled in only courses approved as resident credit, an official transcript is not required.

Costs & Billing for a USAC program
The affiliate program costs apply to this program. More details about the specific fees for this program are available on the USAC program page.

USAC program fees will be charged to your UMD student account. You will be able to use your UMD financial aid towards these charges.

Housing (if not included in program fee) and extra charges such as homestay meal supplement or costs for activities will be paid directly to USAC.

Scholarships for this program are available through the UMD Education Abroad Scholarship.



Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year Last Day to Apply Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2024 10/15/2023
**
Rolling Admission 02/20/2024 06/15/2024
Summerterm 2024 03/01/2024
**
Rolling Admission 06/21/2024 08/02/2024
Year (Fall-Spring) 2024-2025 03/15/2024
**
Rolling Admission 08/22/2024 06/19/2025
Fall 2024 03/15/2024
**
Rolling Admission 08/24/2024 12/22/2024

** Admissions for the program are made on a rolling basis and applications will be reviewed in the order that they are completed. Early application is advisable.

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This program is currently not accepting applications.