Korea University

About Korea University

• Established in 1905, Korea University is a member of the prestigious group of SKY universities in Korea, similar to the Ivy League in the U.S.
• Korea University’s Business School is the first and only business school in the country to have acquired both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation.
• A private institution, Korea University boasts a beautifully manicured campus with award-winning architecture that combines classic and modern styles and is considered to be one of the most attractive campuses in South Korea.
• Korea University is ranked 7th in Eastern Asia on the QS World University Rankings 2025.
• KU has particularly strong Humanities and Asian Studies Departments along with the recently established Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS).

Location

Korea University is a traditional campus located in the Anam neighborhood of Seoul’s Seongbuk district, 3 miles from the city center. Visit the google map link below to see the location.

Courses

ABOUT THE COURSES

• The South Korea Academic year begins each February. As you review course options, keep this in mind to ensure that you select courses from the correct term:
  • Semester 1: February – June (US Spring Semester)
  • Semester 2: August – December (US Fall Semester)
• All students are required to undertake a minimum of 12 credits per semester and you can take up to 19 credits in total. The tuition price is the same regardless of how many courses you take, and you must meet full time status by your home requirements or
  financial aid needs. Most courses at KU are 3 credits.
  • Final credit allotment is at the discretion of each student’s home university and
    is typically based off the total number of contact hours for each course
• TEAN has established an integrated direct enrollment model with Korea University. By enrolling directly, we are able to give you access to a majority of the courses offered throughout the university’s academic departments. Forty percent of KU’s courses are taught in English, so TEAN students will get the opportunity to attend many of the same classes as local students who are looking to improve their English-language skills.
• Courses for Spring are not finalized until late January and courses for Fall are not finalized until late July. We recommend using the previous year’s course list until the new course list is updated. Although courses do not change tremendously from year-to-year, please be aware that you may need to make additional selections once the course list is officially published.

special notes

• Competitive Classes: Business, Media, and International Studies courses (course codes beginning with BUSS, JMCO, and DISS) at Korea University are extremely competitive and space is often limited. These courses fill up very quickly during registration. If you are expecting to take courses in these subjects at KU, please be sure to have a few options that you can choose from, and alternative courses in case you are denied entry due to class size.
• Courses that are NOT available: Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Law, Teacher Education, Division of Information Security, Exercise Science, and Art & Design courses are not open to study abroad students.

How to find courses

To search for courses and syllabi, go to KU’s Course Search: https://sugang.korea.ac.kr/ and follow the instructions below:

• Close out of the pop-up box that will appear
• In the white box titled ‘Course Registration’, select the ‘English’ box.
• Scroll down and click ‘Search course more +’
• In the Year and Season boxes, enter the term one full year prior to your program (2023 Spring)
• Campus = Seoul, College Section = College
• Classification = Major
• Select the college and department of the course.
  • Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Law, Teacher Education, Division of Information
    Security, Art & Design and all the courses in Sejong Campus are NOT available to study abroad students
  • The College of Education is available
• The Korean language courses are found in Classification = General Studies – Electives. The course codes are IFLS108 (Beginner’s Korean I), IFLS109 (Beginner’s Korean II), IFLS110 (Intermediate Korean I), IFLS111 (Intermediate Korean II), and IFLS112 (Advanced Korean I). Ctrl F “IFLS”
• All courses taught in English will have “(English)” at the end of the Course Name
• Only courses with a check mark in the “3)X” column are open to visiting students (that’s you!)
• Click on the Course Code for course details. If a syllabus is available, it will be attached near the bottom of the page.

COMMON FIELDS OF STUDY

Below are some common fields of study at Korea University. Use the course codes listed to search for classes in each field of study. To search for classes in these fields, refer back to the KU course catalog.

• Business – BUSS
• Communications & Media – JMCO
• Education – HEED, ELED
• Engineering – COSE, ACEE, MECH
• Environment – LIET, PAPP
• Humanities & Social Science – GESO, HOKA, SOCI, ENGL
• International Studies – DISS, POLI, IFLS
• Science – LIST, LIFS

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of the fields of study at Korea University. Please refer to KU’s
course catalog for a comprehensive list of course offerings.

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

Courses about Korean language and Korean pop culture.

ELIGIBILITY

• 2.5 GPA.
• Enrollment at a four-year institution at the time of program participation.

EVents & Excursions

Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse you in the local culture. These activities are included in your semester program. Examples include Tree planting, Hanbok in the palace, Hanriver cruise, City view from the tallest building in Korea, walking Namsan mountain trail and meeting with a North Korean defector.

Below are the two excursions included:

NAMI ISLAND (THE ECO-FRIENDLY Island)

Nami Island provides various cultural and environmental experiences. The island is known for being  eco-friendly. While visitors are able to walk and bike around the island, cars are not permitted. Since 2001, 70% of the trash generated by the island has been recycled to create beautiful art and decorations. The island is also know for being the filming location of a Korean drama, Winter Sonata.

BUSAN (THE Beach CITY)

Enjoy an overnight trip to Busan, Korea’s second largest city, known for pristine beaches and picturesque mountains. From casual shops and cute cafes to fish markets teeming with every species imaginable. Feel the wave of Busan with us, stroll around the splendid beach, and taste delicious seafood.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION 

Tokyo excursion  

Embark on a fun three-night trip in Tokyo, where you’ll dive into both tradition and modern excitement. Try out a peaceful tea ceremony to experience Japan’s ancient art. Explore the lively anime city streets, filled with vibrant colors and energy. Feel the charm of Japan by renting a kimono for a day. Our friendly staff will be with you, guiding you through cool activities and the different parts of the city, from historic spots to the lively modern scenes. Get ready for a mix of tradition and pop culture that will make your Tokyo adventure unforgettable!

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APPLICATION DEADLINES

TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application anytime from June for Spring applications, and from January for Fall applications. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.

PAYMENT DEADLINES

Your signed program contract and full payment for the program are due by the program deadline. Please note we do have options for using financial aid and enrolling in a payment plan if you cannot make full payment by the payment deadline. You can find more information about funding your program here

Spring 2025

FALL 2024

Spring 2025

Tuition, program fees and on-campus housing: $14,450

Housing in on-campus in shared double room

Fall 2025

Tuition, program fees and on-campus housing: $14,450

Housing in on-campus in shared double room

What’s Included

• Full tuition (4-5 courses) 
• On-campus international student accommodation
• Comprehensive overseas health insurance
• Services of On-Site staff 
• Orientation Program with meals, accommodations and transportation
• Access to our recommended travel agent to assist with booking flights
• Busan weekend excursion
• Cultural events and TEAN catch ups during the semester
• University and course selection advice
• Official academic transcripts from host institution
• Credit approval and transfer assistance
• Academic advising
• Help with student visa preparation
• Financial aid transfer planning
• Airport pickup and reception
• Host university orientation
• Bedding Package
• A truly one of a kind adventure!

What’s Not Included

• International airfare ($1,800)
• Student visa ($100)
• Books ($200)
• Meals during the semester ($1,600)
• Travel insurance ($350)
• National health insurance required by the Korean government (approx. $65/month)

*Numbers are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.

PASSPORT

All students must submit a current passport valid 6 months after the program end date for acceptance.

Veritas Christian Study Abroad

Veritas Christian Study Abroad with TEAN is designed for students looking to deepen their faith while living abroad. This program combines the Hanyang University study abroad program with faith-based program elements meant to aid spiritual growth and immerse you into your host community. Veritas Christian Study Abroad programs include all the same benefits of a TEAN program in addition to on-site spiritual support from a Veritas Mentor, local ministry opportunities, and an additional course taught from a Biblical worldview. 

Ministry opportunities in Seoul are often through the local church and may include children’s ministry, worship & Bible studies, prayer & intercession, and more. There may be potential opportunities to serve with a ministry for North Korean refugees suicide prevention. 

Learn more about Veritas Christian Study Abroad and apply here. 

APPLICATION DEADLINES

PAYMENT DEADLINES

Spring 2025

Spring 2025

Tuition, program fees and on-campus housing: $15,250

VISA

All students participating in a semester program are required to obtain a South Korean D-2 Student Visa. Korean passport holders do not need a student visa. Students can apply for their student visa once required documents are received from the university in South Korea. Typically, documents are received 4-6 weeks prior to departure.

• Fall Semester visa application will be early July
• Spring Semester visa application will be late December

You cannot apply for your visa until you receive the required documents from your Program Manager. Once documents are received from the university in South Korea your Program Manager will email you the documents along with step-by-step instructions.

There will also be a Visa Info Session held shortly after documents are received via Zoom.

The Program Manager will assist with the visa steps however, it is the student’s responsibility to apply and receive their student visa.

Korean Heritage

Special visa rules will apply if you or either your parents are now or have ever been Korean citizens (this includes students that were born in Korea and later adopted). Students who qualify for Korean citizenship are not allowed to apply for a student visa and must enter with a Korean passport or renounce their Korean citizenship.

Students of Korean heritage should contact the Korean consulate with jurisdiction over their home state immediately to verify citizenship status AND notify their Program Manager.

Non-US Citizen

If you are not a US citizen, you may have additional steps required for the visa application including physically mailing certified documents to Korea prior to applying for your visa in the US. The application steps will cost additional for authentication and mailing. Reach out to your Program Manager for more details confirming your citizenship status