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USAC Korea: Gwangju - Undergraduate Courses

Over its 50-year history, Chonnam National University has developed future leaders and professionals both locally and abroad. Korean “chingu” (friends) mix with foreign students on campus and help them learn local customs and to practice Hangeul, the Korean language. Gwangju, the sixth largest city in Korea, is only an hour by plane south of Seoul. It was established as a city in 57 BC and is the birthplace of the modern democratic movement in Korea. During the period of Japanese rule, students in Gwangju ignited one of the major nationwide uprisings of the colonial period.

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Latest Program Reviews

I had an amazing time

January 26, 2026by: Annalie Mahill - United States

Program: USAC Korea: Gwangju - Undergraduate Courses

I made friends from different countries, tried to learn a new language, experienced life in a different country, & experienced a different academic environment. Though all I can do is order food in Korean, it was a good language immersion. Also I felt a bit lonely being the only Christian from my country, I did get to attend a few church services.

An Authentic Korean Experience

December 18, 2025by: Melissa Beals - United States

Program: USAC Korea: Gwangju - Undergraduate Courses

I chose to go to Gwangju for two reasons: tuition was cheaper for an entire year compared to a single semester in Seoul, and I wanted greater language immersion and an authentic cultural experience. It was worth it in every way for me! Staying in Korea for a year helped me reach my goal of becoming conversational in Korean, and living in a less-touristy city gave me more opportunities to practice the language, meet locals, and experience authentic Korean culture. While there were some challenges because of living in a less-touristy city, every one of them was worth it.