◆◈ Seoul International Summer School I ◈ ◆ 

 

Program Period : July 1–29, 2026

Location : Seoul, South Korea

 

SISS I is a four-week academic and cultural program that offers a dynamic blend of English-taught academic courses, Korean language classes, and hands-on cultural activities. 

The program is open to students from all universities who wish to experience Korean culture while studying in one of Asia’s most vibrant cities.

 

■ Application Opens: February 1, 2026

We kindly ask for your support in sharing this opportunity with your students so they may prepare and apply in a timely manner.

Please note that our application system has been renewed. No nomination process is required for coordinators. Students should apply independently, following the instructions outlined in the "Application Process" section below.

 

■ Program Overview

✔ Program Dates: July 1–29, 2026

✔ Course Options (taught in English, credit-bearing)

    • Track 1 : Business in Korean perspective

    • Track 2: Korean Studies 

       Students may choose either Track 1 or Track 2 and may take up to two courses within their selected track.

       Each course is worth 3 credits (6 credits = 10 ECTS). 

✔ Korean Language Classes:

    • Intensive, level-based courses from beginner to advanced

✔ Cultural Activities:

    • Field trips

    • Welcome & farewell parties

    • “Design Your Own Seoul” days (including two-day free-pass ticket)

    • Interaction with Korean Peer Advocates (PAs) 

 

■ Application & Program Fees

    • Students from UOS Partner Institutions

       - Application Period : February 1 – June 15, 2026

       - Program Fee: 2,400,000 KRW (approx. USD 1,640)

          Includes tuition, cultural activities, and on-campus housing

 

    • Students from Non-Partner Institutions

      - Early Bird Fee (Feb 1 – May 15, 2026) : 2,600,000 KRW (approx. USD 1,770) 

      - General Fee (May 16 – June 15, 2026) : 3,000,000 KRW (approx. USD 2,045)   

 

■ Application Process

Students need to complete the following two-step application process.

Please ensure that students complete Step 1 before proceeding to Step 2.

 

Step 1: Create Your Account (Link)  

→ Create your UOS SISS ID to activate your personal dashboard.

→ While the application procedure is the same for all students, program fees are applied based on the student’s home university partnership status and application date.

→ During Step 1, students must select the correct institution type to receive the appropriate fee discount.

If students are unsure about their home university’s partnership status with UOS, they are advised to confirm with their home university’s international office before proceeding.

 

Step 2: Complete Application (Link)  

→ Log in to your dashboard, upload the required documents, and submit the final application form. 

 

 

■ More Information

For full program details, including course descriptions, schedules, and application guidelines, please visit SISS I Website.

 

For inquiries about the Seoul International Summer School, you may contact

UOS SISS Team: uossummer@uos.ac.kr

 

 

 

 

Semester Abroad Opportunity 

Seoul Visiting Student Program (SVSP)

 

If your students are interested in studying in Seoul for one or two semesters (up to one academic year), we would like to introduce the Seoul Visiting Student Program (SVSP).

 

SVSP offers an excellent opportunity for students to experience academic life in Korea as fee-paying visiting students.

 

 

■ Key Program Features

Academics

- Students may enroll in up to 20 credits per regular semester (spring or fall).

- While most courses are taught in Korean, a variety of English-taught courses is also available.

- Please check the list of courses offered in English.

 

Eligibility

- Applicants must have completed at least two semesters at their home university.

- Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent to a B average)

- A good command of either Korean or English (no official test scores required)

 

Tuition

- Tuition ranges from 2,156,000 KRW per semester (approximately USD 1,500) to 3,396,600 KRW per semester (approximately USD 2,350), depending on the department.

- Students must pay the tuition directly to the University of Seoul.

 

Housing Information

- On-campus dormitory accommodation is not guaranteed.

- Various off-campus housing options are available.

 

Application Deadlines & Process

- May 31 (for Fall semester), November 30 (for Spring semester)

- Complete online application form & submit required documents via email

 

Contact Information

For inquiries about the Visiting Student Program, you may contact UOS Inbound Mobility Team: exchangein@uos.ac.kr