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Locations: Seoul, Korea, South
Program Terms: Winter
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

Fact Sheet:

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Click here for a definition of this term Program Type:	Outside Program	Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English
Click here for a definition of this term GPA Requirement:	2.5	Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options:	Hotel, Standard Student Dorm

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Your January in Seoul program lasts 3 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Seoul. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Korean culture. Live and learn in Seoul!

Unique Experiences

Walk the Old City Wall

and four major gates: Bukdaemun, Tongdaemun, Namdaemun, and Seodaemun

Travel by Subway

across 20+ lines to explore Seoul, one of the best in the world for ease of use

Enjoy K-Pop Performances

at renowned venues around the city, from intimate underground clubs to massive concert halls

Read About seoul

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.

climbing seoul city wall ciee study abroad students

Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Seoul will open doors for you to explore South Korea's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Take a Korean cooking class or indulge in a street food tour
Travel to Nami Island, a popular film location known for ecotourism
Check out Seoul Forest, a man-made eco-friendly park that is one of the city’s most beautiful green spaces

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel protection included

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