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  • South Korea
Length
1 - 4 weeks
Program Categories
Cultural Immersion Language Immersion
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Program Details

Program Type
Faculty Led
Timeframe
Summer
Housing
Host Family
Language
Korean
Age Min.
15
Age Max
19

Pricing

Price Details
12 hours of language classes per week
Airport pickup and drop-off upon arrival and departure from the Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Host family accommodation
2 meals per day (Breakfast & Dinner)
Comprehensive medical/accident insurance
Track-specific cultural excursions & activities
Weekend excursions to beach or nearby cities
Half-day arrival orientation in Korea
Online and on-site language level placement test
Certificate of completion at the end of the program for use on college applications
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Some Meals Transportation Travel Insurance Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

12 hours of classes per week
Accommodation (host family)
Airport pickup & drop off
2 meals per day (Breakfast & Dinner)
Daily excursions & activities
Medical & accident insurance
24-hour emergency assistance
Local Coordinator contact
Pre-Departure & Arrival orientation

What's Not Included
Some Activities Airfare Some Meals
What's Not Included (Extra)

Daily lunch approximately $5-9/day)
Public transportation to and from school each day (approximately $5/day)
Flights to/from Korea
Spending money for souvenirs or gifts
Some weekend excursions, which are additionally paid, optional activities

Feb 06, 2024
Oct 25, 2019
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About Program

Ready to learn Korean? Join Greenheart Travel’s summer language camp in Incheon, South Korea and experience the language through cultural immersion! It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or if you're at the top of your level: we welcome students of all skills from around the world - you’ll surely make international friends with us!

Program Basics:
- 2 weeks in Incheon, South Korea
- Live with a local host family in Incheon while learning and experiencing the Korean culture
- Lessons 4 days a week with many activities interspersed
- Each Friday, there is a full day cultural excursion along with optional excursions during the weekend.
- You’ll get the chance to go to a K-Pop concert, take Taekwondo lessons, or even visit the Gyeongbok Palace!

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Learn Korean in Incheon
Explore South Korea!
Make Friends and memories!
Cooking Class!

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

We appreciate that everyone has a unique worldview and value everyone regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender or gender identity, ability, military status, religion, sexual orientation or political view. We are committed to building relationships and ensuring everyone we encounter feels welcomed, respected, and accepted. Greenheart is committed to helping anyone find the best program fit and will go the extra mile to make sure our participants feel safe and supported wherever they end up.

LGBTQIA+ Support

Greenheart Travel welcomes travelers identifying as LGTBQ+, and is committed to helping you find the best program for you. We can provide information on the cultural norms of our destination countries and are prepared to advise you on the best programs based on your needs and interests.
While most of our programs could be a good fit, we also know that certain cultures and countries are more accepting of and prepared to host LGBTQ+ people than others. We are committed to working with LGBTQ+ people to determine which experiences may be the right fit for them. Please reach out if you want to discuss which of our programs might fit you best ahead of applying at travelabroad@greenheart.org or set up a phone call with us here.
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Neurodivergent Support

Greenheart works with partners who have varying levels of what is considered "good mental health". While we cannot change their eligibility conditions, we will work with participants to the best of our abilities in order to get them the program placement they want. We encourage you to discuss your specific situation with us directly, before securing these documents.

Accessibility Support

Greenheart Travel welcomes students of varying ability to explore their study abroad options! While resources and support differ from country to country, Greenheart Travel staff work with individual students as needed to find program options that will set students up for success.

Impact

Sustainability

We believe in supporting our travelers to make a positive impact in their communities. The Greenheart Club provides Greenheart Grant funding to alumni projects all over the world.
As the leading eco-friendly exchange organization, we are passionate about helping travelers explore the globe while respecting the environment and cultural heritage of the destinations they explore.
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Ethical Impact

Greenheart Travel is a branch of Greenheart International, a Chicago-based organization that connects people and planet to create global leaders through personal development, volunteer service, environmentalism, fair trade, and cultural exchange. We provide resources, grants, and experiences to those who want to immerse themselves in another culture and leave it better than when they arrived. Through volunteering, creating relationships and more.
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Program Highlights

  • 12 hours of language classes per week.
  • Medical Insurance and 24/7 Emergency Contact Support.
  • Assistance from a personal program manager before, during and after your program.
  • Two all-day excursions on Thursday and Friday included in your program fee!
  • Beginner level Korean is accepted, but a general knowledge of Hangul (Korean alphabet), basic questions, and phrases is helpful

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Location

Location:
South Korea
Currency:
South Korean Won
Airports:
Incheon International Airport
( ICN )
Gimpo International Airport
( GMP )
Jeju International Airport
( CJU )

In the past few decades, South Korea has shot onto the global stage with world-leading industries in tech, fashion, beauty, and more. The world now listens to K-Pop, relies on Korean gadgets, eats kimchi, and swears by Korean skincare. It’s no wonder, then, that so many students are turning their thoughts towards the skyscrapers of Seoul and Busan.

About Greenheart

Greenheart Travel is a 501(c)3 non-profit, mission-driven organization based in Chicago, USA. We are passionate about providing immersive cultural experiences for teenagers and adults in countries all over the world. We believe in the power of travel; a power that broadens perspective and turns strangers into family. It’s this belief that motivates...

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