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Korea
With 10 million inhabitants, Seoul takes its place
among the world’s great metropolitan areas.
As the political and economic center of Korea,
it is a fascinating venue from which to study Korea’s
increasingly important role in global politics and business.
Seoul is blessed with an abundance of
museums, cultural and entertainment opportunities,
offering great opportunities to the student wanting to be
at the crossroads of Asian cultures!
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Korean Language and International Undergraduate Studies at Yonsei and Ewha Universities
This Oregon University System exchange program offers you the opportunity to study at either Yonsei University or Ewha Womans University for the summer, semester, or academic year. Through the international programs division of each university you can take courses in Korean language as well as English language courses in culture and society, economics, business, history, and international relations. Your classmates will be a diverse group of international students. In addition, you may take regular university courses with Korean students since an increasing number of such classes are offered in English. If proficient in Korean, you may also take regular university courses taught in Korean. A full listing can be found on each university’s website:
http://www.yonsei.ac.kr/~ysid or http://iei.ewha.ac.kr.
Depending on how many courses you take, you should receive approximately the same number of credits from your program in Seoul as you would being a full-time student in Oregon. You will be registered at your home campus in the OUS (or at an OUS partner institution) and will receive credit from that institution. Consult with your academic advisor and Campus Contact to determine how coursework done in Korea will integrate with your home campus curriculum requirements.
The OUS requires that you attend the day-long pre-departure orientation that covers the academic, administrative, financial and cultural information necessary for successful participation.
Universities
Yonsei University
Established in 1885, Yonsei University has grown in prestige and population over the years. Now with over 30,000 students in a wide range of disciplines, Yonsei is one of Korea’s premier private universities. The University is located in a large wooded campus near Seoul’s city center with easy access to public transportation and the sights of the city. The Division of International Education offers a wide range of coursework to students from around the world.
Ewha Womans University
While traditionally a women’s university, Ewha has developed extensive co-ed international and continuing education programs. Founded in 1886, Ewha Womans University has built a reputation for providing exceptional educational and leadership opportunities for its students. Located in the vicinity of Shinchon, a safe university neighborhood in a bustling cosmopolitan setting, Ewha offers, in contrast, a serene and beautiful campus. Its convenient location, with a subway line just outside the main gate, provides easy access to the entire Seoul metropolitan area and beyond.
Housing
Most students live in recently renovated dormitories located on campus. At Yonsei University, you may take meals at the student union or off-campus. The Ewha dormitory has a cafeteria. You may live off-campus, if you wish, but you must be prepared to make your own arrangements.
Program Support
You will be assisted through the application and orientation process by staff of the OUS International Programs Office working in conjunction with your university’s Campus Contact and staff of our Korean university partners. The Yonsei University International Office and the Ewha Womans University International Education Institute will provide you support once the program begins.
Important Dates
Application Deadlines
Oct. 15, 2006 Winter/Spring 2007
March 3, 2007 Summer 2007, Fall 2007 or academic year
Orientations
Nov. 18, 2006 Winter/Spring 2007
May 19, 2007 Summer 2007, Fall 2007, or academic year
Program Dates
Summer 2006 (summer 2007 dates will be similar)
June 19 - 22 Optional field trip
June 22 - Aug 5
Fall 2006 (fall 2007 dates will be similar)
August 17 - December 22
Winter/Spring 2007 (tentative)
February 14 - June 21
Program Cost
The Oregon University System seeks to make the Korea programs as affordable and accessible as possible. For the 2007-08 academic year, the program fee for resident undergraduates is $2,643 for fall; $4,864 for winter/spring; and $7,454 for the academic year. The program fee for summer 2007 was $1,739. Fees for the 2008-09 programs will be set in May 2008. Non-residents and graduate students pay higher fees.
Included in the program fee are:
‡ Academic and administrative fees
‡ Orientation expenses
‡ On-site support
‡ Health and accident insurance
Room and board costs are not included in the program fee because of the range of housing options and costs. Typical room and board costs for dormitories are $3000 – $3500 per semester. The program fee does not include airfare, visa fees, your campus-based fees and personal expenses such as local transportation, textbooks, laundry, recreation (including travel), personal supplies and incidental expenses. Please see http://oregonabroad.ous.edu for an estimate of comprehensive costs.
Funding
You can finance your exchange program in Korea in many ways. There are several generous scholarships for study in Asia for which you can apply. A listing of available local and national scholarships can be found at http://oregonabroad.ous.edu in addition to links to resources on your campus. Most forms of financial aid, such as grants and loans for which you are eligible on your home campus, may be applied to the program. Veteran’s benefits may also be applied.
Eligibility
This program is open to undergraduate students in any major. To be eligible, you must meet these minimum requirements by the time you participate:
‡ at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA
‡ sophomore standing
There is no language requirement for this program.
You may obtain an application form and instructions from the international education office on your campus (see Campus Contacts) or at http://oregonabroad.ous.edu. Early application is encouraged.
Internship Option
Earn academic credit while gaining professional experience… in Korea!
IE3 Global Internships provide a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of Southeast Asian culture and enhance your résumé.
Positions are available across Asia as early as the summer following your program. For more information, talk to your study abroad advisor or visit http://ie3global.oregonstate.edu/ie3.
OUS Campus Contacts
Eastern Oregon University
Miki Goodall
Study Abroad, Inlow Hall 113
La Grande, OR 97850
mgoodall@eou.edu
(541) 962-3237
Oregon Institute of Technology
Mark Clark or Julianne Murray
LRC 219 (Mark) or LRC 211 (Julianne)
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
clarkm@oit.edu or murrayj@oit.edu
(541) 885-1880 (Mark) or (541) 885-1677 (Julianne)
Oregon State University and
OUS International Programs Office
Theresa Cuenca
International Programs, Snell Hall 444
Corvallis, OR 97331
theresa.cuenca@ous.edu
(541) 737-6481
Portland State University
Alyse Collins or Todd Waddell
International Affairs, East Hall 101
632 SW Hall, P.O. Box 751, Portland, OR 97207
ayc@pdx.edu
todd.waddell@ous.edu
(503) 725-8256 (Alyse) or (503) 725-5309 (Todd)
Southern Oregon University
Jennifer Yockey
International Programs, Stevenson Union 321
Ashland, OR 97520
yockeyj@sou.edu
(541) 552-6336
University of Oregon
Cari Vanderkar
International Programs, Oregon Hall 330
Eugene, OR 97403
cvanderk@uoregon.edu
(541) 346-3207
Western Oregon University
Michele V. Price
Study Abroad and International Exchanges, APS 501
Monmouth, OR 97361
studyabroad@wou.edu
(503) 838-8905
