Study Abroad
TU Sogang University Summer School, Korea
June 23 - August 2, 2008
Spend six weeks studying Korean Studies and Korean language at Sogang University this summer. The Sogang University Summer School provides
students a unique
opportunity to achieve a better understanding
of the various aspects of Korean culture.
All participants will have a chance to
learn about traditional and current Korean life styles,
including Korea's historical and
religious background, political tensions with
North Korea, economic issues etc.
Sogang University is located in the South Korean capital city of Seoul. With over ten million people living within its city limits, Seoul is one of
the largest and most densely populated cities in the world. The city is the country's political, cultural, and economic center, as well as
an international business center, and is considered one of the top 20 "world-class cities".
Course: Students choose one or two 3-credit courses in Korean Studies. All participants also enroll in a mandatory 3-credit Korean language class. No previous knowledge of the Korean language is required.
All classes include weekly field trips. Program highlights include an optional 3-day field trip, cultural visits, and other extracurricular activities such as Taekwondo, Calligraphy, and sword training. Click here to view the list of available courses.
To view courses that past participants have completed on this
program, click
here.
TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.
Program Schedule (subject to change):
| Arrive and move into housing |
June 23 |
| Orientation and placement Test |
June 23 |
| Classes begin |
June 24 |
| Field Trip |
June 27 - July 29 |
| Graduation ceremony |
August 1 |
| Dorm closes |
August 2 |
Housing: Students live in the on-campus dormitory and can request to be placed with a Sogang
University roommate. For those who want to experience the Korean domestic lifestyle, opportunities may be provided to visit a local Korean family and stay with them for a weekend.
Costs:*
| Program Fee (paid to TU - includes tuition, housing, meals, academic field trips, 3 day excursion, and insurance) |
$1000 |
| Airfare (estimate) |
$1,500 |
| Personal Spending Money (estimate) |
$500 |
| Study Abroad Fee (paid to TU) |
$150 |
| Total (estimate) |
$3,150 |
*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
Click here for information about scholarships.
Application Deadline: MARCH 15, 2008 Applications will be accepted after this date if space is available - please inquire before submitting an application.
Application Process: Fill out the TU Sogang University Summer School Application Form (PDF) and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. $250 deposit required at time of application.
Non-TU undergraduate students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application (PDF). Non-TU graduate students must also submit an Application for Graduate School (PDF).
For More Information: Contact TU Study Abroad Office.
Other websites about study in Korea:
Sogang University
Korea Tourist Information
Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2451
Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu
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