Sookmyung Women's University
Strengths
Sookmyung Women’s University was founded over a century ago by the royal family and has since become one of the world’s leading women’s universities. Male students are allowed to study at Sookmyung as visiting students. Founded in 1906 with a strong sense of patriotism, Sookmyung is today a global university that serves as a model for women’s education.
Major, Academics
You will be taught in English. https://smap.sookmyung.ac.kr:8443/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/zcmw2237?sap-language=EN#
Campus
There’s a bookshop, restaurants and cafés on campus. https://e.sookmyung.ac.kr/en/intro/campus-tour.do
To discover
Situated on the Han River in the north-west of the country, Seoul has a population of around eleven million within the city itself and over 27,000,000 in its urban area, making it the fourth most populous megalopolis in the world. Home to some of Korea’s biggest companies, including Samsung, LG and Hyundai, Seoul is regarded as a global city. Its very high standard of living and GDP – the fourth highest in the world for an urban area after Tokyo, New York and Los Angeles – make it one of the world’s leading economic centres. There are 5 royal palaces in Seoul. Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most visited. Cheonggyecheon is 6 km long and a very pretty place to take a stroll in downtown Seoul. Cheonggyecheon is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Seoul. Gwanghwamun Square is a large pedestrian area where you can stroll and take a break. This square is right next to the entrance to Gyeongbokgung Palace. Bukchon Hanok Village is in the historic centre of Seoul. It is one of Seoul’s oldest districts. It was the home of the Korean nobility during the Joseon dynasty. From the heights of Bukchon Hanok Village, you can see the contrast between the traditional houses of the district and the modern buildings of Seoul.
Good to know
The new Sookmyung logo, inspired by a snowflake, captures the spirit of resilience and individuality of its students. The choice of blue, a color synonymous with intellect, embodies the academic excellence of Sookmyung students. Our logo features two distinct shades: a central blue, highlighting the diversity and dynamic energy of our student body, and an encompassing blue that symbolizes the forward-thinking mindset and global perspective its students adopt as they navigate the path to a promising future.
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Eligibility
TOEFL 550 ABS 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
Documents required
CV (in English) academic transcript ID document cover letter (in English) additional documents may be required depending on destination
Planning
AUTUMN Orientation: a few days before start of course Start of course: early September End of course and exams: mid-December SPRING Orientation: a few days before start of course Start of course: early March End of course and exams: late June
Procedures
Passport valid for six months after your return date. All foreign exchange students must obtain a D-2-6 visa to study in Hanyang. The D-2-6 visa is a single-entry visa that is only valid for 90 days after the student’s arrival in Korea. Therefore, students must apply for an Alien Registration Card (ARC) to extend their stay in order to complete the program and travel to other countries if necessary. Students may not leave Korea until they have received the ARC. Leaving Korea without the FRC will result in the cancellation of the visa and the Visiting Student Program. For further information: https://e.sookmyung.ac.kr/en/university-life/foreign-students.do All foreign students are required to have private insurance covering their entire stay in Korea before enrolling.
Accommodation
On-campus housing is available for international students. Expect to pay between €1,100 and €1,300/month. https://dorm.sookmyung.ac.kr/international/facilities.php
