Location
  • South Korea
    • Seoul
Term
Summer
Subject Areas
Asian Studies Cultural Studies East Asian Studies
Need-based funding, General grants/scholarships
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Direct Enrollment
Degree Level
High School Diploma
Housing
Host Family
Language
Korean

Pricing

Starting Price
6950
Price Details
Program fee includes college credit, meals, lodging, all program activities, in-country transportation, health insurance, and experienced group leaders.
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Meals
What's Included (Extra)

Health insurance

What's Not Included
Airfare
Oct 25, 2024
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About Program

Embark on your journey to South Korea where you’ll gain a greater understanding of its rich history, culture, lifestyle, and society. By immersing yourself in Korea’s centuries-old customs, traditions, and language, you’ll uncover the secrets of this remarkable culture.

Language is crucial to understanding the culture and history of a country. Discover a broader world and values beyond what you have known about Korea as you learn the language. A team of experienced instructors in state-of-the-art facilities leads the student-centered language teaching approach, creating an ideal learning environment.

Beyond the globally popular modern culture that Korea is known for, a treasure trove of UNESCO World Heritage sites awaits your exploration. From well-preserved palaces and temples to iconic traditional practices and historical documents, you’ll deepen your knowledge of Korea’s heritage.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diverse identities and experiences are essential to intercultural exchange. We are committed to recruiting and supporting participants of the broadest socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and geographic diversity of any high school exchange program in the world.
Diverse identities and experiences are essential to intercultural exchange. We are committed to recruiting and supporting participants of the broadest socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and geographic diversity of any high school exchange program in the world.

Impact

Environmental sustainability is a key component of all programs. Participants minimize their environmental footprint by using public transit, eating local food, and participating in community service projects in collaboration with, and according to, the needs of local communities.
Social and environmental responsibility is more critical now than ever. We are committed to delivering programs that support and are respectful of the diverse communities and ecosystems that host our programs.

Our programs are developed in close consultation with local and international partners and with a critical understanding of the communities and regions we visit.

Program Highlights

  • Experience day-to-day life in Korea, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to live with a local family.
  • Visit famous locations such as Myeong-dong, Hongdae, and Itaewon which showcase the vibrant, urban lifestyle of a young Korean generation.
  • Engage in cultural activities to learn more about Korean culture and traditions.
  • Learn about Buddhism and its strong influence on Korean culture and society.
  • Engage with the community in volunteer work, such as coastal cleanup support.

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