Korean Language & Culture
Why Choose This Program?
Live the Language
Experience authentic immersion in the Korean language and culture.
Network
Meet new friends and gain a new family. Make lasting memories and connections.
Get Inspired
Jump up a level in Korean. Shine on college applications.
The Destination
Welcome to Seoul, where history and modernity collide to form South Korea’s capital.
With a population of more than 9 million, Seoul boasts a dynamic spirit and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Historic landmarks like the Bukchon Hanok Village and Five Grand Palaces, first built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty in 1395, offer a glimpse into the nation’s long-enduring traditions. Seoul’s modern skyline is a testament to the country’s culture of innovation and its focus on education, which has allowed it to go from one of the world's poorest economies to one of the largest in only 50 years.
The streets of Seoul captivate you with the rhythm of contemporary Korean life. The urban landscape offers the sight of alluring K-beauty shops, sound of genre-defying K-pop, and smell of drool-worthy street foods. Yet beyond the concrete and neon lights, there's much natural beauty to be discovered along the meandering Han River and surrounding mountains.
Don’t leave without savoring the sizzle of Korean BBQ favorites like bulgogi (marinated beef), Samgyeopsal (pork belly), and Banchan (side dishes)!
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Seoul.
Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!
- Slip into a Hanbok, the traditional clothing of Korean people, and deepen your cultural appreciation as participate in a tea ceremony at a Hanok Village.
- Come up with your own choreography and show off your best moves in a K-pop dance workshop.
- Step back in time into Korea's royal past and discover the architecture of Gyeongbokgung Palace.
- Roll up your sleeves and whip up a Korean dish during a traditional cooking class!
- Use your new language skills in a meaningful context collaborating with a local school or community center in a service project.
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to current high school students—Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors—of all Korean language proficiency levels. Students must have completed Freshman year of high school before traveling on program.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Optional College Credit Fee
$150
Learn more about how to get college credit for your future college degree.
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $6,950 | |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 4 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $6,950 |
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
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