MinJeong Lee
Have you ever thought studying abroad, especially where the culture is totally different? If you are expecting wonderful experience in a different country, here is a suggetion for you; Kyung Hee University, Seoul, South Korea.
Have you ever thought studying abroad, especially where the culture is totally different? If you are expecting wonderful experience in a different country, here is a suggetion for you; Kyung Hee University, Seoul, South Korea. Currently, I am studying abroad at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU), and it has been great so far. I would say it is one of the best choices I have made to study abroad. Anybody who wants to become stronger and more mature needs to be away from home for some time!
Kyung Hee University is located in the eastern part of Seoul, with a second campus (Global Campus) in the suburban city of Suwon. Each year the number of foreign students is increasing and Kyung Hee is being more globalized. The objective of this school is to educate and train able international leaders for the promotion of peace and human welfare. According to the objective, there has been a long-standing partnership program between CCSU and Kyung Hee University.
CCSU students can participate in a summer program for a month of July and get 6 credits from this program. All courses are taught in English, except the Korean Language and Culture courses. So if you are afraid of communicating with people, it is not a big deal at all. Total approximate cost is $2,395.00 and it covers tuition, round-trip international airfare, and dormitory accommodation. Compared to other programs that CCSU has for studying abroad, this is the most reasonable price. 
There is also Center for International Education at Kyung Hee University. If you are interested in learning Korean, you can apply for the buddy program. I used to be a buddy of a student from Mongolia and I enjoyed seeing her improve her language skills. Not only do you can have friendships with a lot of international students, but you will also have Korean friends who are kind and fun to be around! (You will find yourself every night hanging out. Don't be surprised to see so many people on the street even if it's midnight!) For more information, here is the website of Kyung Hee University:Kyung Hee University Website
Last but not least, you should enjoy yourself not just study hard. Seoul is a fun city that has lots of tourism and hospitality related acitivities in which to participate. Travel wherever you want, experience whatever you want, and enjoy yourselves. If you are looking for information about the city, visit this site: http://www.visitkorea.or.kr/intro.html.
This sounds like a good time. I have always wanted to study abroad, and the pictures from South Korea look very exciting and definitly a change from New Britain, CT. As I got to know Min-Jeong over the past semester, we have had alot of fun becoming friends, and it has made me want to expand my horizons and take on the challenge of becoming familiarized with the Korean language, culture, and customs. She has also showed me how easily she has become accustomed to the United States and it inspired me to want to do the same in another country. Furthermore, being able to get six credits as well as international flights for under three thousand dollars makes me very excited!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like an amazing program. It looks as if the education is a very important part of the program, but they also want you to learn about the culture and society as a whole. Studying abroad could be an amazing experience if you choose the right program, and this looks like it would be very informative and exciting yet affordable all at the same time. I didn't get alot of time to spend with Min-Jeong, but when I did get the chance to talk to her, she seemes very happy with her choice to study at CCSU and very thankful. She makes studying abroad sound very appealing!
ReplyDeleteHello this is Christina from THS 300. This looks like a very interesting program. I enjoy traveling because I love to experience different cultures and especially those that are vastly different from mine. I enjoy learning about people and it gives you a new perspective of the world. When your consumed in your day to day activities you forget the world is such a large and diverse place. Traveling brings you back down to size and makes you feel so small as you realize how much more in the world there is to experience. This program seems like a great way to increase your understanding of other cultures. Not only is this program surprisingly affordable but it can be done in English! The global campus makes it easy to learn about many different cultures, not just the culture of South Korea. In addition, having a mentor available to help you with the transition into another culture will make you feel more comfortable. This seems like an incredibly educational and fun study abroad trip. Plus, I would love to go someplace where I could enjoy the nightlife!
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