SIT Study Abroad: South Korea: Culture and Society
Program Overview
Immerse yourself in South Korea’s dynamic society while exploring the intersection of tradition and rapid change. Build a shared foundation through a core course on Korean culture and society, then customize your experience by choosing two electives in language, gender, arts, or popular culture. Deepen your learning through fieldwork, community engagement, and original research. Expand your perspective during excursions to Japan, the Demilitarized Zone, and Gwangju.
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- Fall
- Art & Fine Arts
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Communications
- Conflict Studies
- Culture
- Development Studies
- Foreign Language
- Government
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Independent Study
- International Policy & Diplomacy
- International Relations
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Languages & Linguistics
- Liberal Arts
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Social Policy
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
Updated Sep 8, 2026
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Locations
- Seoul, South Korea
Fields & Subjects
- Art & Fine Arts
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Communications
- Conflict Studies
- Culture
- Development Studies
- Foreign Language
- Government
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Independent Study
- International Policy & Diplomacy
- International Relations
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Languages & Linguistics
- Liberal Arts
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Social Policy
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027
- Terms Available
- Fall
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Other
- Online Application
- Transcript
Age Requirement
18-30
Starts At
- Semester: $20,099
Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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