OneStop myU

This is a semester exchange program, where students take classes (in English or Korean) directly at a partner university and substitute that semester for a semester at the University of Minnesota. The partner university will send one of their students to the Carlson School of Management to take classes in their place.

Exchanges often require students to demonstrate a high degree of independence, adaptability, and flexibility because support and service may be different from a US university. Examples of differences that exchange students should be prepared to encounter include varying housing options, the amount and timing of program details, grading based less on assignments and more on final exams, and an academic calendar that may differ significantly from the University of Minnesota.

The capital of one of the most rapidly developing nations in East Asia and boasting over 10 million inhabitants, Seoul is an ideal place to study the business, economics and language of Korea. Occupied during the Korean War, much of the city was rebuilt and stands today as one of the regions most modern and “wired” metropolises, while offering the opportunity to visit historically significant palaces and pagodas, and learn the popular Korean martial art of Taekwondo.

Sogang University is located in Mapo-gu, one of Seoul’s 25 districts, or gu, that lies northwest of the Han River. Several universities and government buildings are located here, and it is especially known as a young and hip district, featuring hundreds of restaurants, bars, and night clubs. Neighboring districts include Yongsan-gu, Jung-gu, Seodaemun-gu and Eunpyeong-gu. The Seoul World Cup Stadium, a famous landmark in Seoul, is located in northwest Mapo.

Learn more about the city and surrounding area by visiting the Korea Tourism Organization.

Sogang University is ranked first in Korea among 4 year universities and consistently ranks among the top 5 business schools in Korea. Sogang focuses on providing students with a global education, sending outstanding students to over 200 of its sister Universities around the world every year and welcoming international students to its 50 acre campus in the heart of Seoul. Exchange students have access to such globally oriented facilities as Gonzaga Hall and the English CafÉ, as well as the Institute for International Culture and Education, and the Sogang International Institute for Regional and Cultural Studies.

Fall semester: late August to mid December

Spring semester: early March to mid June

When selecting a semester exchange program, students should take note of academic calendars that differ significantly from the University of Minnesota. Consider potential conflicts such as holidays, family events, graduation ceremonies, and summer jobs/internships early in the selection process.

Work with Education Abroad Advisers and the Carlson Business Career Center for support addressing challenges.

Students are enrolled in 16 S/N Carlson School International Business (IBUS 5100) credits for a semester at Sogang University and typically take a total of four full courses to meet minimum requirements.

International students participating in the exchange program may register for courses offered in Korean or English to take a maximum of 21 credits per semester. Exchange students are fully integrated into the regular programs with Korean students, allowing exchange students to experience Korean culture to the fullest extent. There is a potential to take courses in other academic departments, such as Humanities, Social Science, Economics, Communication, and Natural Sciences.

Exchange students can take advantage of the Korean Language Education Center's Korean language program focused on conversational Korean and practical language skills at no additional cost.

For more information, please refer to Sogang's Office of International Affairs website http://goabroad.sogang.ac.kr.

Exchange students are eligible for housing at Gonzaga International Student Hall. It opened in August of 2008, Gonzaga accommodates up to 950 students in double rooms and is located on campus. Facilities include a global cafeteria, laundry room, prayer room and medical facilities. Rooms include a bed, desk, closet, internet phone and internet LAN (local area network). Note that rooms do not include bed or bath linens or electrical adapter (Korea uses 220 volts). Daily breakfast and dinner (only breakfast on Saturday) are included in housing fee.

For more information on housing, visit Sogang University’s International Student Housing site.

These estimates will vary based on student preference and exchange rates. All details subject to change based on economic and international factors. Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad programs.

2012-2013 Tuition (2013-2014 TBD)	$6,030
Program Fee (includes program administration and intl health insurance*)	$2,500
Transportation (to and from program site)	$1,500
Documentation** (passport, visa, immunizations)	$220
Books and Materials	$300
Room and/or Board	$2,500
Essential Daily Living Expenses	$2,000
Miscellaneous	$500
Total	$15,550

*Students should also maintain their U.S.-based health insurance plan while abroad.

**Subject to change. Please verify current documentation costs with the Consulate.

Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students are eligible for education abroad scholarships. See Scholarships and Finances for additional information, and Costs and Billing for budget planning and cost comparison tools.

To be eligible for this education abroad program, you must be:

• A University of Minnesota student who has successfully completed the I-Core curriculum or equivalent coursework
• In good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Additional criteria may apply and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

Application materials include the online application form, a resume, and essay. Submit a completed application by the February 28th priority deadline prior to the academic year in which you wish to participate. Programs that do not fill following the priority deadline will be reviewed on a rolling admissions basis.

Admission to all programs is based on review of your application by the study abroad selection committee, and selection notifications are sent out within one month of the priority deadline or receipt of application during rolling admission. Once selected, students are given the opportunity to confirm acceptance, at which point they are subject to Education Abroad policies.