Korea University Academic Calendar All courses at Korea University will be completed before the listed official program departure date. Therefore, it is very important to book your flights according to the official program dates. However, you can visit the following webpage below to see the most up-to-date academic calendar for Korea University: Korea University Academic Calendar *Fall students will be attending Korea University during 2nd Semester, the end of the Academic Year in South Korea.

Course Search The first step in course preregistration at Yonsei is to submit your Yonsei Course Wishlist Form on your MyIESAbroad account. In this form, you will: Confirm that you have read the Yonsei SAY Academic Program Guide Confirm knowledge of when course preregistration through Yonsei's Academic Portal will take place Upload completed course wishlist You should look for courses in 2nd Semester and include course code, course number, and course title on your completed course wishlist. Use the Yonsei Course Search Guide to help you navigate looking for courses on the Yonsei Course Catalog...

Yonsei University Course Selection Classes at Yonsei are called "courses" and each course is worth a designated number of credits. Yonsei courses are typically worth about 3 IES Abroad credits each. You must carry a full load while studying abroad at Yonsei, which is the equivalent of 5-6 courses at Yonsei for a total of 15-18 credits. Because there are so many different points and credit systems in the US, please check with the academic advisor on your home campus to ensure that credits will transfer. While over 3,000 undergraduate courses are offered at Yonsei every semester, IES Abroad...

Yonsei University Academic Calendar All courses at Yonsei University will be completed before the listed official program departure date. Therefore, it is very important to book your flights according to the official program dates. However, you can visit the following webpage below to see the most up-to-date academic calendar for Yonsei University: Yonsei University Academic Calendar *Fall students will be attending Yonsei University during 2nd Semester, the end of the Academic Year in South Korea.

According to IES Abroad policy, you MUST have a working cell phone within a week of your arrival. Students typically opt for one of the following: Use your cell phone from home if your provider offers an international phone plan. Bring an unlocked smartphone and purchase either a physical sim card or e-sim card, if available. – This option is recommended. Independently get a physical cell phone from a local provider after arrival. Using Your Own Smartphone Internet access roaming rates overseas are typically expensive if you maintain your US phone plan while abroad. You can still use the phone...

Departure Policy You must move out of your housing accommodation by 11AM on the official departure date. You are required to complete all partner university exams before departure. Because no modifications or early exams are allowed, we encourage you to purchase a ticket with a flexible reservation change policy. Specific exam schedules vary, and your exams may finish prior to the official departure date. In this case, you are permitted to leave once you have completed your last exam or handed in your last paper.

Early Arrival in Seoul Students are strongly advised to arrive during one of the designated arrival windows. If you arrive outside of the designated arrival windows, you will need to coordinate with on-site staff to arrange a check-in time. Those who arrive early will be required to transport themselves and their luggage from the airport and find their own accommodations at their own expense until their designated check-in time.

Registration Card All international students studying in Korea for more than 90 days are required to register for an Registration Card (RC). Your RC allows you to remain in South Korea for more than 90 days and secures your visa status. It is illegal to remain in South Korea for more than 90 days without being registered and you CANNOT travel outside of South Korea until you have physically received your RC. If you leave South Korea before the overall process is complete and your RC is released, your visa may be automatically cancelled. RC registration will occur during orientation on-site at...

Important Initial Steps You’ll Need to Take to Be Prepared Confirm your Place in the Program Submit the Confirmation Form in your MyIESabroad account. Check, Renew, or Apply for your Passport This is even more important than your plane ticket! If you do not have a valid passport, renew or apply for one immediately. Read your Predeparture Information and Student Handbook This Predeparture Guide is filled with nearly all the information you need to know to be prepared to go abroad. Navigate through this Predeparture Guide using the dropdown above. Find the Student Handbook in your Predeparture...

Student Safe Policy The New Zealand Ministry of Education’s Code of Practice (COP) for the Pastoral Care of International Students requires all international students to have COP compliant travel and medical insurance in place for the duration of their studies. To satisfy these requirements, IES Abroad has selected an outstanding local provider, Student Safe, which offers an extensive range of benefits to students enrolled in the Ōtautahi Christchurch program. All students planning to attend the Ōtautahi Christchurch program will be billed for the Student Safe NZ Student Plan Travel and...