CIEE: Seoul - Arts and Sciences
- Hosted at: Yonsei University (Seoul Campus)
- Location(s): Seoul, South Korea
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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CIEE’s Arts and Sciences program is designed for students to learn at a top-ranked Korean university and experience everyday life in Seoul – a World Design Capital and the center of popular culture featuring the fastest internet in the world. Sele... read more
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It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned that I am more capable of being independent than I thought. I discovered the things that are necessary to surviving in a foreign place and learned tips and tricks to quickly becoming acclimated to a new area and culture. Jonathan Tucker - Texas Lutheran University View Entire Review
I learned about my ability to speak the language and I think going to Korea to learn Korean was worthwhile. Joie Rhon Cascayan - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learn a lot about Korean language and get improved. Mengxin Xu - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained an experience in Korean society and people; and it was the most worthful gain that I earn from this program A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Over the course of my time abroad, I learned so much that I didn't even expect to touch on. The biggest thing I gained was personal growth. I expected to only improve myself in terms of language skills and new friends, but I ended up learning so much about who I am as a person and who I want to be in the future. Being in Seoul w... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I think my time abroad could be described as a "vacation" that I needed. It gave me time away from others (family and friends) to understand myself and to see where I stand at this moment in life. I gained a lot from one semester abroad and there were multiple times where I contemplated staying a bit longer. Of course, there are... wymooi - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about Korean culture and especially university culture. I also learned to appreciate and understand the cultural differences between Americans and Koreans. It was worthwhile because I learned a lot of skills to succeed in intercultural settings. Chloe J - Fordham University View Entire Review
Personal growth, friendships from around the world, cultural experience, everything. You can't put enough words to describe this experience. It was definitely worthwhile. I wish Bentley made an effort to promote these non-traditional programs to the student body because it really is more rewarding than I ever thought it would be... A student - Bentley University View Entire Review
It was an amazing experience. If anyone has questions about Korea, I will be willing to help. peter o - Fordham University View Entire Review
learned about korean culture and language. it was worthwhile, although a little expensive. A student - Villanova University View Entire Review
Absolutely. I feel more confident traveling on my own and functioning as an individual in a foreign setting. I am now much more interested in Asia in general than I was before, and am left with a strong desire to learn more Korean. Emily L - Truman State University View Entire Review
Of course! I am still processing everything, so I don't really know what I have learned about myself through this experience yet, but I definitely now have a more in-depth understanding of Korean culture, Korean history, Korean politics, and just the psyche of the Korean people. I understand why the people do what they do or bel... Christine L - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot more about the Korean culture. I became more independent. Bao-Ngoc N - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
How to interact with people without verbal communication, solving new problems. Yes it was worthwhile A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about my own cultural values, as well as the culture in Korea. It was a terrific experience. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about the Korean cultures, such as the youth culture, the cafe culture, the couple culture, the drinking culture, etc. There are various colorful components within the Korean cultures, and it was amazing to see things from a different cultural background. Yini R - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how important it is to get in touch with my family's culture and how important it is to integrate and get comfortable using a language I am not 100% comfortable with A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I got to experience an Eastern perspective and got a first person look through Korean language and culture. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I feel like anyone who visits and lives in a foreign country will tell you that their experiences are well worthwhile; it's hard to even express how my experience has impacted my life. I learned how it felt like to be an outsider and a minority, and be a different sort of member in a different sort of society. I discovered some ... Katherine Y - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
The experience was an eye opener for so many aspects of my life. I ended up questioning a lot of the things I saw and also a lot of things that I did. Moving outside of the American bubble into a country that is unlike it in so many ways is like an out of body experience. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a new perspective on the world and a newfound awareness and appreciation for Asian culture Hannah4 - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned so much about Korean history, politics, and culture and made so many friends back in Korea as well. This was seriously one of the greatest decisions I have made in my life. amos.farooqi - Fordham University View Entire Review
I felt very lucky to have made the friends that I made while I was in Korea. I met people from all around the world and significantly improved my language ability. Having spent a semester in Korea I'm even considering working there for a little while after I graduate. Jiyeon L - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Although I didn't give all of above the best ratings, but the overall experience was definitely worth the 5 star. I had the time of my life, not just learning language and culture, but also making friends and spending memorable times with them. It's an unique experience that you won't have at your home country. Imagine yourself ... Meng T - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
yes, I learned a lot a lot about about the wold and myself. I learned a lot mre that I thought I would. Elizabeth B - Pacific Lutheran University View Entire Review
About
CIEE’s Arts and Sciences program is designed for students to learn at a top-ranked Korean university and experience everyday life in Seoul – a World Design Capital and the center of popular culture featuring the fastest internet in the world. Select from courses taught in either English or Korean at our partner school, Yonsei University, as well as CIEE Seoul across a wide array of subjects, including Korean language, architecture, engineering, computer science, business, international relations, and history. You can also make strides in your language learning by volunteering in the community or practicing with Korean language buddies from the university. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Korean
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- Korean
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Asian Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Theology and Religious Vocations
- International Relations
- Business
- History
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
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