The best thing I've ever done in my entire life.

I'm a second generation TaLK scholar (that's Jan 2009 - Feb 2010 for those of you playing at home), and I guess it speaks volumes about the experience I had that it's now almost the end of 2011 and I'm still here in Korea. The monthly stipend provided is more than enough to cover your needs- with the cost of living in Korea, you will want for nothing. In addition to the excellent work experience gained from the program, the TaLK office often organizes cultural excursions such as weekend stays in working temples, cooking classes and boat cruises along the Han River, all at no cost to you. The wonderful staff of the TaLK program are quick to provide any assistance they can and as such any difficulties encountered are quick to be overcome.

Possibly the best part of the entire program is not just the experience, or the opportunity to learn a foreign language but the friends for life that you will make with people from all over the world. I would not hesitate for a second to recommend this program to anyone who cares to listen. You will absolutely not regret it.