Location | Academics | Housing | Dates/Deadlines | Program Costs | Eligibility/How To Apply

ISEP Ajou University, Korea - Academic Year Programs

Location

Ajou University is located in the central area of Suwon, the principal city of Kyunggi-do Province, approximately 20 miles from Seoul. Ajou University and the surrounding communities offer a rich educational and recreational environment with the unique cultural and historic heritages of Suwon and easy access to the diversity of Seoul, the world's tenth largest city. The university provides a cozy academic and residential atmosphere with harmoniously arranged classrooms, laboratories, libraries, residence halls, and recreational and cultural facilities on the main campus of 500,000 square meters (125 acres).

University Profile: Ajou University

Founded in 1973, Ajou University (AU) is a private co-educational institution of higher learning, rated within the top ten universities among two hundred educational institutions in Korea. AU was founded on the commitment to provide instruction and research in engineering. With its development, the University has steadily expanded its scope, currently offering bachelor, master and doctoral degrees in 34 majors from seven colleges: Engineering, Medicine, Information and Communication, Humanities, Business Administration, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.

An outstanding characteristic of Ajou University is its specialization in international studies, engineering, medicine, business administration, information and communication, which have a strong academic foothold in the nation as well as abroad. The University also takes pride in its pioneering role in educational reforms, which have kindled new enthusiasm for university reforms in Korea. In addition, Ajou University is distinguished for having a generous financial supporter, Daewoo Educational Foundation in Korea. Current enrollment: 10,600 students, of which 1,600 are graduate students.

The regular academic year, which runs from March to December, has two terms. Special programs taught in English run on an August to June academic year. Coursework is assessed through exams, essays and class participation.

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Academic Departments

Classes Offered

Students can take any regular university courses for which they meet the prerequisites. During the academic year, all divisions of the university offer courses in English. International and area studies (East Asia), engineering, and business administration are highly recommended for ISEP participants. However, ISEP students are welcome to apply to all other academic areas.

Korean language instruction is provided as an ISEP benefit during the regular semester.

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Housing

Students will be housed in double-occupancy rooms in a university dormitory on campus. The university dining service provides students with meal plans at a very low cost. For those not selecting a meal plan, several cafeterias and kitchen facilities are available on campus. Kitchens are located on each floor of the dormitory.

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Program Dates & Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: (August 20, 2007 - December 15, 2007)
  • Application Deadline: January 15 (priority deadline)
• Spring Semester: (February 25, 2008 (tentative) - June 21, 2008 (tentative))
  • Application Deadline: January 15 (priority deadline)

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Program Costs

Program Fees:

• The program fee for the ISEP program in Sowen, Korea is $6300

Program fees include:

• Tuition
• Housing
• Meals
• On-site and U.S. based staff support

Sample Program Budget

See our What Does It Cost page for more information on fees & deposits you may be responsible for.

There are also several Asia-specific scholarships, including the Freeman Asia Scholarship, plus the National Security Education Program Scholarship and Gilman Scholarship. Please see the Financial Aid and Scholarships page or your study abroad advisor for details.

Financial Aid

Most forms of financial aid and scholarships apply to the cost of study abroad programs. Students should consult with a financial aid counselor at their home campus for specific information about awards and eligibility. You can also visit our What Does it Cost web page.

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Eligibility

• Minimum GPA: 2.75
• Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
• Good academic standing
• No current disciplinary record
• An interview may be required

How to Apply

Before you begin your application, we highly recommend that you see a study abroad advisor to ensure that you have all the information you need about program logistics and eligibility. CWU students can call 963-3622 or drop by the International Center, Room 101 (across from L&L), to schedule an appointment.

• Apply Here

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More Information

Prices and dates are subject to change without notice. Contact Study Abroad & Exchange Programs for more information.

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