University of Seoul, South Korea, is pleased to share two exciting study opportunities for your students in the upcoming summer: Seoul International Summer School (SISS) I in July & II in August.
Seoul International Summer School I (July)
Seoul International Summer School I 2026 takes place from July 1 to 29, 2026, in Seoul, South Korea. This short-term academic and cultural program offers a dynamic blend of Academic lectures, Korean language classes, and hands-on cultural activities. SISS I is open to students from all universities and academic backgrounds who are eager to experience Korean culture in one of Asia’s most exciting cities.
▶ Application Closes: June 15, 2026
▶ Program Overview
■ Program Dates: July 1–29, 2026
■ Course Options (taught in English, credit-bearing)
• Track 1 : Business in Korean perspective
• Track 2: Korean Studies
* Students may choose either Track 1 or Track 2 and may take up to two courses within their selected track.
Each course is worth 3 credits (6 credits = 10 ECTS).
■ Korean Language Classes:
• Intensive, level-based courses from beginner to advanced
■ Cultural Activities:
• Field trips
• Welcome & farewell parties
• “Design Your Own Seoul” days (including two-day free-pass ticket)
• Interaction with Korean Peer Advocates (PAs)
▶ Application & Program Fees
■ Students from Non-Partner Institutions
– Early Bird (until May 15, 2026): 2,600,000 KRW (approx. USD 1,770)
– General (May 16 – June 15, 2026): 3,000,000 KRW (approx. USD 2,045)
▶ More Information
You can find further details on the SISS I Website.
Seoul International Summer School II (August)
Seoul International Summer School II (SISS II) 2026 takes place from August 5 to 21, 2026, in Seoul, South Korea. While SISS I is a four-week program offering two academic tracks, SISS II features special lectures on contemporary Korean topics alongside structured Korean language courses.
▶ Application Closes: July 15, 2026
▶ Program Overview
■ Program Dates: August 5 to 21, 2026
■ Course Information (taught in English, credit-bearing)
• Korean Studies: Six special lectures on topics such as K-Pop, Korean drama and film, mass media
• Korean Language: Level-based Korean language classes
■ Cultural Activities:
• Field trip
• Welcome & farewell parties
• “Design Your Own Seoul” days (including a three-day free-pass ticket)
• Interaction with Korean Peer Advocates (PAs)
▶ Application & Program Fees
■ Students from Non-Partner Institutions
– Early Bird (until June 15, 2026): 1,900,000 KRW (approx. USD 1,300)
– General (June 16 – July 15, 2026): 2,200,000 KRW (approx. USD 1,500)
▶ More Information
You can find further details on the SISS II Website.
