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CIEE January in Seoul, South Korea
(Outgoing Program)
Spend your winter break in South Korea’s captivating capital, Seoul! During this exciting three-week program, you’ll discover the city’s special blend of ancient traditions and modern innovations. In addition to earning credits and learning about Korean culture, you’ll have plenty of time to explore Seoul’s dynamic city limits and beyond. From admiring stately palaces and sampling diverse foods to experiencing lively nightlife and visiting dozens of museums, galleries, and theme parks, there’s so much to see and do.
During your time abroad, be sure to escape to South Korea’s natural wonders, like the country’s many national parks made for breathtaking hikes, waterfall visits, and appreciating stunning temples and shrines. South Korea’s 5,000+ years of rich cultural heritage lends itself to plenty of sustainable ways to make the most of your time abroad.
Unique Experiences
WALK THE OLD CITY WALL
And four major gates: Bukdaemun, located near the top of Mount Pugak, Tongdaemun, Namdaemun, and Seodaemun
MORE THAN 20 SUBWAY LINES
To explore Seoul, one of the best in the world for ease of use
Check out Seoul Forest, a man-made eco-friendly park that is one of the city’s most beautiful green spaces
Take a Korean cooking class or indulge in a street food tour
Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that separates North and South Korea
Explore the Bukchon Hanok Village and experience the charm of traditional wooden homes
Hike up one of the many mountains that surround Seoul
Travel to Nami Island, a popular film location known for ecotourism
Visit a Buddhist temple
Take a K-Pop dance class
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
One-week orientation – an introduction to Chinese 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
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
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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