Summer in Seoul - Yonsei University (in English) - ISEP Direct
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Study at Yonsei University, South Korea’s top private university, and learn from top international and local faculty while living among a diverse international student body.
• Students can choose between a four- or six-week program at Yonsei International Summer School Program, and choose to take two or three courses. Popular subjects include Korean Language, Korean Studies, East Asian Studies, Business, and Social Sciences.
• Live and study in Seoul’s university district, Sincheon-Hongdae, an energetic neighborhood bustling with students from Seoul’s major universities! Join them for a quick bite at a nearby cafe, browsing the boutiques, or simply checking out some of Seoul’s best street performers. ISEP students live in guaranteed housing in modern apartments with a private bedroom.
• Local ISEP Program Advisor, Brian Min, assists students in Seoul by coordinating housing, sharing events, and connecting them with each other. Yonsei University staff also support incoming students, and Yonsei Global and the Mentors Club offer lots of sightseeing and social outings for international students.
LIFE ABROAD
YISS participants can join weekly activity classes to experience more of South Korean culture. Past experiences include K-Pop dance instruction and Taekwondo. Registration is free, but the activities may require additional materials for a fee.
Excursions & Cultural Experiences
On Fridays, YISS students may join optional organized opportunities like a Seoul City tour, Korean Folk Villiage Tour, Boryeong Mud festival and DMZ tour. Availability and options may be limited by COVID restrictions. Some activities may require an additional fee, the average price is 50,000 KRW.
Intern
YISS offers exclusive 20 hours/week internship positions in corporate organizations and in research centers or organizations at Yonsei University. The YISS internship is a competitive opportunity and is not guaranteed to all YISS students. It's recommended for students to have an intermediate to high level of Korean proficiency in order to participate. Students interested in an internship should notify their ISEP Student Services Officer when completing their application. Additional cost of 200,000 KRW upon placement.
LIVE
ISEP Direct students live in guaranteed, ISEP-arranged housing in Sinchon, a bustling shopping district and student-friendly neighborhood near Yonsei University. You'll have a small, private bedroom with bed, desk, and storage inside a 3 person apartment with a shared ensuite bathroom and small kitchenette. The 15 story building features communal kitchen space, relaxation rooms, study rooms, a cinema room, a rooftop terrace, and more. The apartment building provides a chance to connect with locals and offers a range of amenities. Close to public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and more, it’s easy to enjoy all Seoul has to offer and get to class on time! ISEP Direct students may also apply for housing through Yonsei, however it is competitive and not all students are able to secure a room.
DINE
Dive into the street food culture of Seoul with local delicacies such as spicy rice cakes, Mandu (Korean dumplings), or Instagram-able Korean corn dogs. If you prefer to prepare your own meals, purchase groceries at a nearby market or grocery store and cook in your kitchenette or communal kitchen. We recommend ISEP Direct students budget approximately KRW 400,000 per month (~280 USD) for meals.
See ISEP Direct budget and estimated expenses (4 Week program)
See ISEP Direct budget and estimated expenses (6 week program)
Course Description
Yonsei International Summer School offers English-taught classes and Korean language classes. Check this YISS course page for a comprehensive list of courses. Students will choose to enroll in two courses (for 6 U.S. credits) or three courses (for 9 U.S. credits). Tuition fees are based on the number of credits. Please note: In 2021, some classes will be offered online, some will be offered in person, and some will be a hybrid.
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 3-9 credits which ISEP recommends is the equivalent of 3-9 U.S. Credit Hours. Each course will be worth 3 Korean credits / 3 US credit hours.
Please note that if you use financial aid, you may be required to earn 6 US credits to be eligible for summer aid. Please speak with a qualified financial aid advisor to understand your eligibility and the requirements for using financial aid.
Please find course syllabi for 2022 Yonsei Summer classes in this folder.
Sample course offerings for both the six week and four week program are below:
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Six-Week Program Courses Additional Options Available, Please Ask your Student Services Officer for a Complete List |
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Arts & Humanities |
Korean & East Asian Studies |
Business & Economics |
Social Sciences |
Korean Language |
STEM |
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Global Literature |
Introduction to Korean Studies |
Global Marketing Management |
A New Context of Chinese Foreign Policy |
Advanced Korean Language I |
Biological Principles |
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Introduction to Art History |
Korean Development |
Global Supply Chain Management |
Social Psychology |
Advanced Korean Language II |
Engineering Math: Differential Equations |
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World Literature: English & American Literature |
Introduction to Asian Studies |
International Management |
Korean Politics and International Relations |
Beginning Korean Language I |
General Chemistry |
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Introduction to Computer Graphics |
Contemporary Korean Culture & The Korean Wave |
Economic Sociology |
Introduction to International Relations |
Beginning Korean Language II |
Genetics |
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World History: The Modern Era |
East Asian Fiction |
Financial Accounting |
Introduction to Psychology |
Beginning Korean Language III |
Introduction to Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics |
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Korean American History |
Strategic Management |
Race and Law |
Intermediate Korean Language I |
Organic Chemistry |
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Korean Cinema |
Introduction to Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics |
Real Law and Order |
Intermediate Korean Language II |
Introduction to Statistics |
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Modern Korean History |
International Human Resource Management |
Sociology of the Family |
Intermediate Korean Language III |
Linear Algebra |
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Asian American Literature |
Introduction to Corporate Finance |
Understanding Sociology |
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Neurobiology |
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East Asian Art History |
Introduction to Investment Management |
Legal Theory: Law and Philosophy |
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Sample Four-Week Program Courses |
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Korea Studies |
Business & Economics |
Social Sciences |
Korean Language |
Computer Science |
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(Online) Covid-19 Global Impact and Korea's Perspectives |
(Online) Law and Economics |
Media and Society |
Korean I |
(Online Only) AI & Design |
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Modern Korean Literature |
Entrepreneurship and Management |
Social Psychology |
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(Online Only) Introduction to Python Programming |
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Contemporary Korean Culture & The Korean Wave |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Machine Learning |
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Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Machine Learning |
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Korean Economy |
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Academics
Other Academic Conditions
PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.
VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Some students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
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