Seoul National University International Summer Institute
Location:
Seoul, South Korea
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
Partner Institution
Program website:
SNU International Summer Program Website
Program dates:
end of June to end of July
About the program
SNU's ISP is a 5-week intensive program that combines academics with cultural immersion and social engagement. Students can choose from a diverse range of courses taught completely in English while participating in hands-on cultural experiences, field trips, and community outreach initiatives. The program is open to both international and SNU students offering an opportunity for cultural understanding and lifelong connections.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
- You must be enrolled at UBC for the duration of the program (recent graduates are not eligible)
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Applied Science
- Art History
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Commerce
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Geography
- History
- International Relations
- Korean Language
- Korean Studies
- Management
- Political Science
- Science
Course equivalency formula
- SNU credit = 1 UBC credit
Course load information
- Take up to 3 courses (9 SNU credits total). Courses are typically worth 2-3 SNU credits
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
Housing
On-campus housing options available. Subject to availability. Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to the partner institution
The partner institution may charge other fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
The partner institution offers a variety of scholarships for automatic consideration. Please review the partner institution's webpage for further details.
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