Program Overview

Program Overview

The Yonsei International Summer School (YISS) is a six-week program that offers students the opportunity to take 2 or 3 classes in English from a variety of disciplines, including arts, culture, humanities, Korean studies, management, economics, social sciences, Korean language, East Asian Studies, science, technology, and environment. Students can also participate in a 20-hour per week internship and take one class alongside their internship. The program is a good option for students who do not have prior experience in Asia or with Korean language.

Academic Details

• Students will take 2 or 3 classes, earning around 10-15 UO credits.
• More than 100 classes in English are available to choose from in various areas.
• Finalized classes and syllabi are usually posted several months before the start of the program.
• Students who want to participate in the summer internship will receive around 3 semester credits (5 UO credits) from the internship and will take one additional class.
• Most internship placements require an advanced level in Korean, but there are a limited number of placements available for students with beginner or intermediate levels in Korean language.

Admission Criteria

• Language Requirement: None
• Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore or above
• Location: Asia, South Korea
• GPA: 2.75

Dates and Deadlines

Application Process

• The program has a rolling admission application process.
• GEO staff will complete a review of the application materials of complete applications in the order that they are submitted.
• Decisions about enrollment will be made after submitting a complete application.
• Students are encouraged to complete applications and commit to programs early.
• Successful applicants will receive a nomination from GEO.
• Selection will be based on a holistic review of the application, including GPA, transcripts, and written statements.

Housing Description

• Yonsei will provide some spaces for summer school students at two of their on-campus housing facilities, International House and SK Global House.
• Placement is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Students are strongly recommended to apply for on-campus housing as soon as they receive their admission number from Yonsei.
• If on-campus housing is not available, students can refer to a website for temporary housing and useful information.

Budget and Price

2025 Summer (Four Weeks)

• GEO Program Fees:
  • UO Study Abroad Fee: $1,000
  • Estimated UO Insurance: $105
• Estimated Additional Expenses:
  • Estimated Yonsei Application Fee & Tuition: $2,061
  • Estimated housing: $500
  • Estimated Airfare from Eugene: $1,900
  • Estimated Meals: $500
  • Estimated Cell Phone Expenses: $50
  • Estimated Travel Clinic & Pre-departure physical: $50
  • Estimated Cost of acquiring passport: $150
  • Estimated additional living expenses: $250
• Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: $6,566

2025 Summer (Six Weeks)

• GEO Program Fees:
  • UO Study Abroad Fee: $1,000
  • Estimated UO Insurance: $140
• Estimated Additional Expenses:
  • Estimated Yonsei Application Fee & Tuition: $2,456
  • Estimated housing: $750
  • Estimated Airfare from Eugene: $1,900
  • Estimated Meals: $750
  • Estimated Cell Phone Expenses: $75
  • Estimated Travel Clinic & Pre-departure physical: $50
  • Estimated Cost of acquiring passport: $150
  • Estimated additional living expenses: $375
• Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: $7,646

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation Date:
  • Upon acceptance to program: None
  • 8 weeks before program start date: Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO fees
  • Program start date or after program begins: Student is responsible for 100% of total GEO fees
• Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.