CIEE Gap Year in Seoul, Korea: Korean Language & Culture
Program Overview
Immerse yourself in the language and culture of Korea, improving your fluency while exploring Seoul.
Spend a semester abroad improving your Korean fluency. Connect with local culture through your welcoming host family, taking 20 hours per week of language classes, and learning the customs of Korean life.
Outside of the classroom, explore Seoul’s energetic streets and historic sites. Wander through the palaces of Gyeongbokgung, savor street food at bustling markets like Gwangjang, and witness a cityscape dotted with ancient temples set aglow by neon lights. After your semester abroad, you’ll return home with life-changing experiences and newfound friendships, ready to succeed in college and beyond.
All CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer the option to take college-level coursework online at a discounted rate through Arizona State University (ASU). Visit our College Credit page to learn more.
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What's Included
Quick Details
- Post High School
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Jul 17, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Seoul, South Korea
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-25
Duration
- Post High School
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Refund Policy
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