South Korea: CIS Abroad Sogang University
Study abroad in South Korea with CIS at Sogang University in Seoul.
Study and live in Seoul, the vibrant capitol city of South Korea. Experience history, culture, and modern Korean society while attending top-rated Sogang University, one of the leading research and liberal arts universities in South Korea.
Sogang University is a highly ranked liberal arts institution and is AACSB accredited, which makes it an excellent fit for Rollins students in Business Management and International Business, as well as many other majors. Courses are offered in many fields including literature, history, economics, psychology, sociology, biology, political science and more!
Courses
- Students are required to take the 3-credit Korean language course “Korean Language and Culture for Beginners” through the Sogang University Korean Language Education Center.
- Students choose their other courses from the wide array of courses taught in English.
- Review the full course list
- 1st Semester = Spring Semester; 2nd Semester = Fall Semester
- Be sure to check the box “Courses for Exchange Students”
- To access the syllabus for each course click on the “Inquiry” button listed under the Syllabus column.
- There is also an intensive 12-credit language course for students who wish to focus on Korean language. However, spaces in this course are typically limited to students with an Asian Studies major or minor.
- Limited competitive STEM internships are available in labs on campus: students must apply for these internships when they apply to the program.
Housing & Meals
- Students will live in Gonzaga Hall, the International Student Dormitory on-campus.
- Rooms are double occupancy and include a bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, ensuite bathroom with a shower, telephone, AC unit, and internet access.
- Dorms are separated by gender and the curfew is 10 pm.
- There is not a meal plan on the program but students have access to the dining hall in the dormitory and there are also a number of eateries on campus with Western and Korean options as well as a Starbucks and a convenience store.
Student Life
- There are bus stops right outside the campus gates and it is a 10-minute walk to the nearest subway station (Daeheung Station) which makes Sogang a great location from which to explore all the things to see and do in Seoul.
- Students can also get involved in student organizations and activities at Sogang University, which is one of the best ways to meet Korean students. There are two organizations specifically organized to connect Korean and international students: a formal buddy program and an organization that offers casual social events for students.
- There is a small gym in the residence hall and larger (though slightly outdated) athletics facilities on campus.
- Excursions usually include a Seoul walking tour, a trip to the DMZ for a day, and at least one overnight excursion within South Korea. Additionally, CIS organizes one or two cultural/social activities in Seoul each month for students and a final dinner at the end of the semester.
Costs
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Program Fee
Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $31,475
Housing: $5,315
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Also Includes
Orientation, cultural activities and excursions, airport pick-up (if arriving at times specified by CIS), program administration, and emergency insurance.
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Scholarships
International Programs offers need-based scholarships and students apply for these through the Rollins program application. Students can also apply for additional funding through CIS. Click here for more information about funding and scholarships.
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Living and Working
Having a credit card while abroad is very helpful. Seoul has a lower cost of living than the United States.
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