Soonchunhyang University

Brochure 2012

Originally founded as a medical college, Soonchunhyang University is gaining a national reputation as an excellent institution of higher education. Located in the dynamically expending city of Asan, which is less than 60 miles south of the capital -- Seoul. Soonchunhyang University is readily accessible from the metropolitan Seoul area via public transportation. Now, with hundreds of international students of various nationalities, the university is getting more diverse in the student body.

The exchange program is one that offers great financial benefits (see Cost, below) and a PAID cultural internship.

Asan is located in the north western region of Chungnam, less than 60 miles south of Korea’s capital Seoul and a 40 minute ride on Korea’s newest high speed railroad, the KTX. It is dynamically expanding with its population being expected to reach over 500,000 in a few years and is home for the world class semi conductor and automobile manufacturers, Samsung and Hyundai. Asan is also famous for its natural hot springs, rich in minerals and healing properties. Many visitors from around the world look forward to relaxing in these hot springs, especially in Asan’s Dogo hot springs complex, where they can not only benefit from one of Asia’s top sulfur hot springs, but also enjoy swimming, horse riding, and a round of golf.

Eating out in Asan is also quite a pleasant experience. One can taste exquisite Korean cuisine in many restaurants in Asan. Even for those who are price-conscious, dining out need not be a pain in the wallet since one can have a barbeque style meal for only less than eight dollars in most of these restaurants.

Originally founded as a medical college in 1978, Soonchunhyang University is now recognized as an excellent educational renovation institution of higher education. Undergraduate programs are offered through five colleges: Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering and Medicine while Graduate programs are offered through three graduate schools: the Graduate School, the Graduate School of Education, and the Graduate School of Industrial Information.

Located in a rural town on the central west coast of South Korea, Soonchunhyang University is surrounded by quaint mountains and nearby historical and cultural attractions. It is an ideal place to study and experience Korean culture and pick up a language that has been designated a priority language by the U. S. government.

Campus Map

INTERNSHIP:

In an effort to create a true globalized university, SCH is currently participating in programs that allow faculty and students to study abroad within exchange programs with related institutions. We have created what is called the "English Village" within the Soonchunhyang University and housed on campus. The citizens are chosen from students who are particularly interested in English as a foreign language along with students from abroad who are native English speakers. Intern for 15 hours a week as a "Cultural and Language Ambassador" through group meetings, a language and cultural exchange program, and by living side by side with Korean students in specially designated dorms.

There are courses available in the following areas. Course descriptions can be found on the linked webpages.

Korean Studies,
International Studies,
and Korean Language.

Information about the Asian Studies program as well as Internship availability and stipend awards can be found in the Asian Studies Brochure.

Academic credits are offered by Soonchunhyang University in academic courses and internship. All credits will be transferred to UNI.

Applicants must be full-time students at the time of application, at least sophomore status during the session abroad, have departmental approval for participation, and possess an overall G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher.

Required Documents for Korean D-2 Student Visa Application:

• A valid passport
• A completed visa application
• A recent photo(2”x2” color)
• Fee: $45 for American Citizens and $30 for other nationals (cash or money order only and by mail: money order only, payable to the Korean Consulate General)
• Admissions letter or certificate of registration issued by the president of the college or university (this will be sent to you from Soonchunhyang University)

Please see the Soonchunhyang Academic Calendar.

Fall and Academic Year program deadline: March 1
Spring program deadline: October 1

Housing is on campus and is provided FREE OF CHARGE. One of Soonchunhyang University’s newest buildings, the Global Village founded in 2005, houses around 500 students with over 45 separate sections with each capable of providing accommodation for up to ten students. It is a spacious area, consisting of 4 buildings designed with students’ needs in mind. With free internet access, public telephones, study rooms, and a fully equipped media room, students need not be concerned with staying in touch with family and loved ones. Each section has a comfortable communal area fitted with a sofa suite, TV, and is fully air-conditioned. It is surrounded by five rooms and two large bathrooms. Also, students can feel confident that their belongings are safe and secure as all rooms are fitted with sturdy locks as well as security lock on each dormitory.

The Global Village has 24 hour in-house security, employed by Soonchunhyang University to ensure students peace of mind and well being. It also offers in-house laundry and an employed seamstress to adjust and mend students' garments when needed. The Global Village serves as a home away from home for many students, and SCH hopes that the memories gained here will have a lasting impression on its occupants for years to come.