Seoul - Yonsei University Courses – 2027 January Session
If you have questions about the academics or courses available on this program, locate the Program Advisor to email them your questions directly.
Academics
USAC's partnership with Yonsei University provides you with an array of academic offerings taught in English during the three-week January session. Course offerings include a variety of subjects ranging from general and Korean studies to social sciences. Below is a list of possible courses offered. Courses are subject to availability and approval of prerequisites which are determined by Yonsei University. Yonsei University is AACSB, KABEA, and EQUIS accredited.
All courses at Yonsei University are worth three credits and are taught in English. Students can choose to take one or two courses for a maximum of 6 credits. Keep in mind that these courses are highly intensive and fast-paced due to the short sessions.
Students can also choose to take Taekwondo as an extracurricular activity. It is not for credit and has a small uniform fee.
Areas of Study at Yonsei University for Session I (subject to change):
General Studies
- AI & Design
- Eastern Civilization
- Game Theory and Applications
- Introduction to Computer Graphics
- Introduction to Python Programming
Korean Language
- Levels 1-3
Korean Studies
- Contemporary Korean Cinema and Society
- Korea and the World
- Korean Popular Culture and Korean Wave
- Modern Korean History
- Modern Korean Literature
- Understanding K-Pop
Management and Economics
- Econometrics I
- Entrepreneurship and Management
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Big Data Analysis
- Korean Economy
- Law and Economics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Strategic Management
Social Science
- Introductory Psychology
- Social Psychology
Course Descriptions
To obtain course syllabi, click on the link(s) below and follow the prompts to specific course information. Please contact the USAC Advising department if you have difficulty finding the information.
Quick Details
Kookmin University
- Summer 2026
- April 15
- Fall/Yearlong 2026-27
- May 1
- Spring 2027
- November 1, 2026
Korea University
- Summer 2026
- Priority Admission: February 1*
- Regular Admission: April 1
- Fall/Yearlong 2026-27
- April 1
- Spring 2027
- October 1
- January 2027
- Priority Admission: September 1*
- Regular Admission: October 1
Yonsei University
- Summer 2026
- Priority Admission: February 1*
- Regular Admission: April 1
- Fall/Yearlong 2026-27
- April 1
- Spring 2027
- October 1
- January 2027
- Priority Admission: September 1*
- Regular Admission: October 1
*Priority admission required for early bird discount and/or internship option; strongly encouraged for all students.
Program Type
Partnership (all programs)
Credit
Overseas credit (all programs)
Eligibility
All Korea programs require applicants to be full-time, degree-seeking, students attending a 4-year institution of higher education at the time of application. Additional eligibility requirements are outlined below.
Kookmin University
- Minimum GPA: 2.5 (all terms)
- Semester programs only:
- Sophomore standing or higher
Korea University
- Minimum GPA: 2.5 (all terms)
- Semester programs only:
- Sophomore standing or higher
- Transfer students must have completed one full semester at their current institution to apply
Yonsei University
- Minimum GPA: 2.5 (all terms)
- Semester programs only:
- Sophomore standing or higher
- Transfer students must have completed one full semester at their current institution to apply
Program Capacity
- Kookmin University: 40 students
- Korea University: 30 students
- Yonsei University: 80 students
Instruction
English, Korean (all programs)