125 reviews
4.25 / 5 based on 125 reviews
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Languages
Language of instruction: Korean
Was learning Korean a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your Korean?
My level before: No problems in any areas (including slang)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
At Yonsei University, I was able to gain a deeper understanding of the political and economic history of Korea. As a Korean-American living in the United States, I felt that I should be more aware of my own culture and identity and through this study abroad experience, I was able to establish a deeper connection with my ancestors and Native culture. Language is not a problem for me because I am able to speak fluent Korean so my basic focus was not the language but the history and culture.
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Expenses
Main source of funding:
Government assistance
Other sources of funding:
none
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits
Because my stay was temporary, I did not want to invest in items such as microwaves, television, car etc. Therefore, the expenses were short but expensive.
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
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Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Excellent program!
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Do not trust taxi drivers. Make sure to pretend like you know your way around.
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Academic
Course recommendations
Politics of North Korean Society
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
More computers and resources at the dormitory
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Networking was excellent
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Personal comments
The location of the housing and the campus itself was at the heart of Seoul, allowed me to a hands-on experience of the every-day life and culture of the Korean people.
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Student life
Describe host city:
Students equally interact with the local and student community
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Nightlife, Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Shin-Chon, Dong-Dae Mun Night Market, Ap-Ku Jong Dong, and most of all..2002 WORLD CUP SOCCER!!
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