EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY International Exchange & Study Abroad Program Information Sheet (2018 SPRING)

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1 EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY International Exchange & Study Abroad Program Information Sheet (2018 SPRING) I. Contact Information Name of Institution Address Inbound Exchange Program Inquiries (Study at Ewha) Outbound Exchange Program Inquiries (Study at Partner University) Ewha Womans University, Office of International Affairs ECC #B334, Office of International Affairs, Ewha Womans University 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03760, Korea II. Application 1. Requirements Length of Study One Semester One Year Language Requirements GPA Ewha does not request an official language proficiency score, but students should be able to take courses in either English or Korean. Minimum GPA of over 2.5/4.0 (75/100 or higher academic grade) 2. Nomination(Home university) and Application(Student) Period Semester Period Nomination Period Application Period Spring (March - June) Sept Oct. 31 (At previous year) Oct Nov. 15 (At previous year) Fall (Sept - Dec) March 15 - April 30 April 15 - May 15 * Coordinators of home university will be asked to submit nomination information at the webpage link. If not nominated, students will not be able to finalize their online registration for exchange program. 3. Application Procedure Step 1. Step 2. Create an account at the online application site for exchange or study abroad student at: Submit application and upload all documents and materials needed for the application. The student will be asked to complete: (1) Personal information (2) Academic Information (* Please input correct OIA office address) (3) Personal Contact Information (4) Emergency Contact Information (5) On-campus Housing * Students can apply for on-campus housing in their application. Housing is first-come, first served basis in the order of application completion and admission. (6) Statement of Purpose English letters ( Korean characters) 1

2 Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Receive notification of approval. Receive the admission packet sent out via express mail (Exchange Student: University, Study Abroad (Visiting): Home Address) Submit Flight and Insurance Information at Application page (Students may chose Ewha s collective insurance plan) Come to Ewha! 4. Application Materials Applicants are asked to submit all of the following materials during online application process. Ewha requires only the digital documents for student s application. All documents must be prepared in English or Korean, and in JPG or PDF format. Standard ID photo Photographs should be in 3 cm x 4 cm size, scanned and saved in a JPG format. Official Academic Transcript A transcript which states the cumulative GPA is required to be submitted. If the home institution does not have a GPA system, a signed official letter from the international office guaranteeing that the applicant s academic achievement is over 75% needs to be submitted with the official academic transcript. Health & Medical Clearance Form Also Downloadable at the online application site Passport copy Please color scan the first page which has your name and passport number. Statement Agreement Also Downloadable at the online application site Overseas Health Insurance Certificate (This will be additionally requested to students admitted) III. Academic Information Classes Begin Spring Semester Classes End Fall Semester Classes Begin Classes End March 2nd (March 1st: National Holiday) June 21st September 3rd December 21st Levels of Study Undergraduate Graduate Course Information / Course Catalogue Departments Areas of Study Korean Courses Language 1st Semester: Spring Semester 2nd Semester: Fall Semester Students are allowed to take courses from Undergraduate and the Graduate School Students may be restricted from taking certain courses (not all!) offered by the Education, Art, Music, and Ewha Law School and are mostly restricted from taking courses at the Graduate School of Business (MBA), School of Medicine, Department of Nursing. Credit Bearing(applied at regular course registration period) with no additional fee - Academic Korean: 6 Credits, 180 hours per semester - Practical Korean: 3 credits, 90 hours per semester For detailed course information, please refer to the Korean Course Description 2

3 IV. General Information 1. Tuition & Fees Students are expected to pay for the tuition and other fees after arrival at Ewha. Students are given an invoice at the New Student Orientation held before the start of the semester. All fees should be paid in cash at the on-campus bank (Shinhan Bank) or through bank transfer. No personal checks or credit cards will be accepted. Students will also be informed on using on-campus bank at the orientation. Mandatory Fees Application Fee (non-refundable) Tuition (per semester) Optional Fees On-campus Health Center Fee *Health Center provides basic first-aid treatments, such as common cold, sprain/ bruise Dormitory Housing 100,000 KRW (waived for exchange students) 4,000,000 KRW(waived for exchange students) 4,100,000 KRW(waived for exchange students) 23,200 KRW/ semester App. 1,200,000 KRW - 2,700,000 KRW / semester * Cost may change without prior notice. 2. Other Accommodation Visa Requirements Admission Packet Medical Insurance Estimated Budget for one Semester Transcripts On-campus housing is not fully guaranteed, and will be provided on a first-come-firstserved basis. The cost for the dormitories is as below: I-House(No meal plan included, various student cafeteria on-campus) Single: App. 1,600,000-2,700,000 KRW Double: App.1,200,000-2,000,000 KRW For more information about on-campus dormitories, please refer to: my.ewha.ac.kr/engdorm All students are required to hold a D-2 visa Will be issued in January(Spring Semester), July(Fall Semester) Includes Certificate of Admission(Necessary for Visa Application) All students are required to hold a medical insurance which covers medical fees during their stay at Ewha/Korea. App. 1,200,000 KRW - 2,700,000 KRW / semester Housing * cost varies according to the facility type **housing cost is adjusted yearly. Meals Books Personal Expenses 1,600,000 KRW / semester 200,000 KRW / semester 1,600,000 KRW / semester 4,600,000 KRW - 6,100,000 KRW / semester Official Academic Transcript will be sent at the End of July(Spring Semester) and End of January(Fall Semester). Exchange Students: Sent to Home University Study Abroad Students(Visiting): Sent to Home Address ISEP: Sent to ISEP Central first, then sent to Home University *Additional transcript copy request: service@ewha.ac.kr 3

4 COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH About 500 English courses are provided every semester. As a comprehensive university, Ewha offers to Exchange & Study Abroad Program students courses of various disciplines from undergraduate, the Graduate School, and Graduate School of International Studies. FIELD OF STUDY - Advertising & Public Relations - Architecture Design - Architectural Engineering - Business Administration - Ceramic Arts - Chemistry & Nano Science - Chinese Language & Literature - Christian Studies - Clothing & Textiles - Computer Science & Engineering - Composition - Consumer Studies - Dance - Early Childhood Education - Economics - Education - Educational Technology - Electronics Engineering - Elementary Education - English Education - English Language & Literature - Environmental Science & Engineering - Fashion Design - Fiber Arts - Food Science & Engineering - French Language & Literature - German Language & Literature - Health Education & Management - History - Human Movement Studies - Industrial Design - International Office Administration - International Studies - Journalism - Keyboard Instruments - Korean Language & Literature - Korean Education - Korean Music - Korean Painting - Library & Information Science - Life Sciences - Mathematics - Mathematics Education - Media Interaction Design - Nutritional Science & Food Management - Orchestral Instruments - Painting - Pharmacy - Philosophy - Physics - Political Science & International Relations - Psychology - Public Administration - Television & Film - The Music Composition & Theory - Visual Communication Design - Voice EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE & STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM A SAMPLE OF COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: FIELD OF STUDY Business Administration International Studies Art and Design Liberal Arts Social Sciences COURSE -Principles of Business Administration -Marketing Management -Financial Management -Managing Organization Behavior -Introduction to Electronic Commerce -Marketing Strategy -Principles of International Marketing -Korean Economy -Advanced Topics in International Relations -Korean Ceramics -Graphic Design -Drawing Workshop -Modern History of Korea -History and Culture of East Asia -Comparative Study in Korean & Asian History -Popular Culture of the Korean Society -Law and Society -Special Topics in Sociology Office of International Affairs 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea goabroad@ewha.ac.kr COMPLETE COURSE LIST Visit university homepage Select Language : English Academics Courses

5 EWHA WOMANS UNIVERSITY Founded in 1886, Ewha Womans University is Korea s very first institution of higher learning for women. As a comprehensive research university, Ewha has 13 colleges and 15 graduate schools. The university s many internationally recognized research institutes encompass multiple areas of strength-law, humanities, and education-as well as new areas of excellence-science, technology, engineering, women s studies, international studies, and Korean studies. Ewha offers a co-educational international program and welcomes all students, both male and female, to study as a non-degree seeking exchange or visiting (study abroad) student. This program is open to both undergraduate and graduate students enrolled as a full-time student in any 4- year accredited institution of higher education. Ewha is located at the center of Seoul and students can gain firsthand experience of the capital city. The population of international students at Ewha is over 800(around 450 international exchange/visiting students and 400 international degree seeking students). The student will be immersed into an international environment where they can close bonds with peers from all over the world as well as Korean local students on campus. LOCATION GUIDE TUITION & FEES MANDATORY FEES (PER SEMESTER) Application Fee (non-refundable) Tuition (per semester) OPTIONAL FEES (PER SEMESTER) On-campus Health Center Fee (per semester) Dormitory Housing (per semester) * All costs above are subject to change without prior notice. 100,000 KRW (waived for exchange students) 4,000,000 KRW (waived for exchange students) 4,100,000 KRW 23,200 KRW (non-refundable) Single Room : 1,750,000~2,870,000 KRW Double Room : 1,300,000~1,900,000 KRW ESTIMATED COST OF LIVING Although the cost of living varies by person, students may refer to the estimated cost of living 3,200,000 KRW per semester. The student may expect to spend 1,500,000 KRW for meals, 200,000 KRW for textbooks and 1,500,000 KRW for personal expenses. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE SPRING 2017 SEMESTER February 23 February 24 February 28 March 2 June 16 FALL 2017 SEMESTER August 24 August 29 August 31 September 1 December 22 *Dates are subject to change. Dormitory Check-in Course Registration Semester begins Semester ends Dormitory Check-in Course Registration Semester begins Semester ends ELIGIBILITY Full-time student in any 4- year accredited institution of higher education Enrolled as a full-time student (completed at least one semester) GPA equivalent or over 2.5/4.0 (75/100) Ability to take courses in either English or Korean(No language test score requirement) VISA A valid student visa (D-2) is required for all international exchange and visiting students. Admitted students will be issued an Acceptance Letter and a Certificate of Admission in the admission packet, which is required for applying visa. For more information on visa application, visit Korean Embassy or Korean Consul general or mofat.go.kr ON-CAMPUS HOUSING (INTERNATIONAL HOUSE) The International House will provide students an opportunity to experience various cultures with students from diverse backgrounds. The on-campus housing includes the following facility and service: FACILITIES Common Room Built-in or common bathroom Small refrigerator Desk Closet Bed Kitchenette Gym Computer Lab Laundry Room Ironing Room Reading Room Seminar Room Convenience Store Wireless Internet For more information: KOREAN LANGUAGE COURSES Ewha offers credit-bearing Korean courses for international students. This program will help students learn more about the language as well as carrying out diverse activities needed for their academic studies. Academic Korean : 6 credits, 12 hours per week; 192 hours / semester Aimed to prepare students for successful academic pursuits 6 Levels : Level 1~4, Academic Korean 1&2 Practical Korean : 3 credits, 6 hours per week; 96 hours / semester Aimed to prepare basic Korean needed for everyday life 4 Levels : Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced EWHA PEACE(PROFESSIONAL EWHAIANS AT CULTURAL EXCHANGE) BUDDIES Making a new friend in a different country may seem difficult at first. The OIA offers a PEACE buddy program to help exchange students initial contact with Korean students and adjustment to new environments. The buddies do numerous activities for the international students, including helping them get acquainted to the Ewha campus and nearby Shinchon area, taking them to student hangouts and events, providing academic help, and arranging cultural trips. By interacting with the buddies, students will be able to expand their social network in Korea to other areas beyond the school and fully take advantage of what Ewha and Korea can offer. APPLICATION PERIOD SEMESTER SEMESTER PERIOD NOMINATION PERIOD APPLICATION PERIOD Spring March - June September 15 - October 31 October 15 - November 15 of previous year Fall September - December March 15 - April 30 April 15 - May 15 APPLICATION MATERIALS - Standard ID Photo - Copy of Passport - Official Academic Transcript - Medical Clearance Form - Student Agreement - Statement of Purpose *All documents must be prepared in either English or Korean. Double Room Kitchenette Farm Experience *No paper documents will be accepted. APPLY AT Visit Office of International Affairs website Click Apply for Exchange/ Study Abroad International House Gym Common Room Study Abroad Fair