Located in Suwon, South Korea

AJOU UNIVERSITY

Where is it?

It is located in Suwon, 20 km south from Seoul, the capital of South Korea.

It is home to 14 university campuses including Ajou University

The population is 1,067,117

Suwon is considered a major educational center

Some Facts about Ajou University

The student population is about 14,000 Classes are for the most part taught in

English or Korean There are graduate level studies

available at the university Things provided by the University

Student ID card Airport Pick-up Field Trips and Other Cultural Events

What is offered?

This University does offer courses in English. Undergraduate program Graduate program

Ajou University offers ( not associated with the above) Exchange Program! (K-State is a Partner

University) Individual Applications Language Program International Summer School

Academic Calendar- Language Program

Fall Semester September 15-November 23rd

Spring Semester March 10th- May 19th

Summer June 9th-August 19th

Winter December 15th- February 23rd

Academic Calendar- Exchange Program/ Individual applications

Fall Semester August 15th- December 15th

Spring Semester January 15th- May 15th

What can you study?

The Korean Language There are different levels starting from

beginner all the way to advance. Ajou University offers different courses,

but some might not be in English Check out the list of English courses here.

How Much Does It Cost (Fall)? US Currency

Exchange Student Total= $8,398.00 Study abroad fee

$150.00 Tuition 

$3,336.00 KSU tuition-based fees 

$703.00 Cashier's Office MLANG enrollment fee

$25.00 insurance 

$120.00 Room & Board

$4,064.00

How Much Does it Cost (Fall)?Other Expenses

Exchange Student Total= $5,435 Passport

$135 Accommodation

$600 Visa

$200 Airfare

$1,500 living and personal expenses

$3,000

How Much Does It Cost (Spring)?US Currency

Exchange Student Total= $4,334 Study Abroad Fee

$150 Tuition

$3,336 KSU tuition- based fees

$703 Insurance

$120

This is based on the Spring 2012 fees- subject to change

How Much Does It Cost (Spring)?Other expenses

Exchange Student Total=$5,485 Passport

$135 Accommodation

$650 Visa

$200 Airfare

$1,500 Living and personal expenses

$3,000This is based on the Spring 2012 fees- subject to change

Summer Cost

Around $845 through the K-State exchange program

Accommodation

Ajou University Dormitory "Woncheon Dormitory Complex" houses over 2,300 domestic and international residents consisting of 4 buildings.

At Hwa-hong Hall, over 300 international students can accommodate either in two-people-shared room or in four-people-shared room.

Apartment living is also available

What should you bring?

Passport Visa Tickets Prescription medicine Glasses (If needed) Money already in Korean currency Other official documentations Important contact numbers (US Embassy

etc)

What should you bring?

Backpack (for class and for day-trips) Pocket Knife (don't put this in your carry-on!) Camera/Journal Appropriate weather clothes Gifts (It’s nice to leave things at you dormitory

for the next person) An inventory list of the items you packed in your

checked baggage Identification tags with your contact information

on them Laptop

What should you bring?

Toiletries You can buy toiletry items while in South Korea,

but you want to make sure that you don’t need to immediately go shopping for items when you get there Soap/ toothpaste/ towels/ Kleenex / toilet paper etc

Whatever you bring, you should not bring anything that you aren’t willing to lose. No important keep sakes or precious items You passport should be the most important

thing on you.

Currency?

Korean Currency  Currency Rates 1 USD = 1,300 Korean Won

Coins 10 won, 50 won, 100 won, 500 won

 Bills1,000 won, 5,000 won, 10,000 won 

Checks Bills in denominations over 100,000 are in the form

of checks. When you actually use a check, you will generally be required to endorse it with your name, address/phone number, or ID number. You may also be requested to present your ID card.

Interesting Places in Suwon

Hwaseong Fortress A wall that surrounds the center of Suwon. It was built in the last 18th century

by King Jeonajo of the Joseon Dynasty. It is Located 19 miles south of Seoul and enclosing much of central Suwon. it is considered a World Heritage site since 1997. The Suwoncheon, the main stream in Suwon, flows through the centre of the fortress.

Mr. Toilet House It’s a toilet Museum shaped like a toilet! The point of the museum is to raise awareness

about the importance of water and sanitation and, through fund-raising projects and dialogues with different groups, help provide toilets in countries lacking in proper toilet facilities

Korean Folk Village This folk village has a collection of thatched and tiled traditional houses. It takes about

half a day to look around and to see the live performers, consisting of farmers music and dance, acrobats on a tightrope, equestrian events and a traditional wedding ceremony.

Gwanggyosan Mountain Located in the north end of Suwon. It is in north end of Suwon and offers an excellent of

view of Suwon and the surrounding area. There are a number of peaks as well as a number of trails of varying difficulty

Vaccinations

The vaccinations needed depend on personal records and what you feel is most comfortable for you A more comprehensive list is here

If you decide to travel outside of Suwon and into a more rural area, make sure you research the diseases most common there to keep yourself safe.

If nothing else, make sure that you are up-to-date for routine vaccinations

What to look out for

As with every major city, there is crime and as a foreigner in another country you could possibly be targeted. Watch for pick-pocketers and don’t carry all

your money on you Don’t go anywhere by yourself

Stay in groups Don’t go to shady areas

Keep your passport and important items in a safe location

Preparations Before the Trip

Do your own research Look up the Korean culture. Research stereotypes of American Tourists

Might be viewed as rude, loud, and obnoxious Are there scholarships for going to Ajou

University? There is financial support offered by the

university depending on the GPA. More information here

Preparations before the trip?- VISA

Students planning to study for the summer may apply for the C-3 Visa. This visa can be issued immediately upon application at either the Korean Embassy or the Consulate Office

Required documents for application are:1) Passport2) Visa Application3) Letter of Admission/Letter of Acceptance4) Notarized Sponsorship Letter

Preparations before the trip?- VISA

Students applying for the Fall or Spring semester should apply for the D-2 Visa.

Students planning on studying for more than one term (more than 91 days) should apply for the D-2 visa. This visa is usually good for 6 months and can be renewed within Korea. Since this visa takes approximately 1 month to be processed, students should apply for this visa at least 2 months before leaving for Korea. Required documents for application are: 1) Passport 2) Visa Application Form 3) Official Letter of Acceptance 4) Financial Statement 5) Money Transference/Exchange Certificate (more than $3000 USD) 6) Letter of Sponsorship