About Yonsei University
Being the oldest private university in Korea, Yonsei University was first established in 1885 by Christian missionaries. Our mission is to educate leaders who will contribute to humanity in the spirit of “truth and freedom.” The 300,000 Yonsei alumni who take this calling to heart can be found manifesting this proud spirit from leadership positions around the world.
Yonsei’s main campus is ensconced in a spacious, picturesque and natural setting located minutes away from the economic, political, and cultural centers of Seoul's metropolitan downtown. Yonsei has 3,500 eminent faculty members who are conducting cutting-edge research across all academic disciplines. There are 18 graduate schools, 22 colleges and 133 subsidiary institutions hosting a selective pool of students from around the world.
Yonsei is proud of its history and reputation as a leading institution of higher education and research in Asia.
About Yonsei University International Summer School
The Yonsei International Summer School (YISS) opened its doors in 1985 and since then, YISS has become an integral part of campus life based on a unique blend of Korean and global cultures.
HKUST-nominated partnership students can choose to participate in 4-week track or 6-week track in in-person mode only. You can take 1-3 courses. Course information can be found HERE. Students can enjoy discounted tuition fee.
Program Date
| Program |
Dates |
| 4-week Track |
27 Jun - 23 Jul 2025 |
| 6-week Track |
27 Jun - 6 Aug 2025 |
* Notes:
- Host Institutions may provide orientation activities for students, with some mandatory, which you should attend. You are required to pay attention to the host institution's arrival information and arrive in time.
- You should only depart after completion of the program (i.e. finishing all final examinations and/or assessments, both compulsory and optional ones).
Fees
This is a fee-paying program and HKUST students will bear the program fee, accommodation fee and the costs for travel, visa, insurance, personal expenses and all costs incurred by the program.
| Fees |
Amount |
| Application fee |
KRW 100,000
|
| Tuition fee |
Depends on no. of course taken
(HKUST-nominated students can enjoy a tuition discount of KRW100,000)
|
| On-campus accommodation (Optional) |
Around KRW 1,000,000
(Depends on housing option) |
Eligibility
HKUST students must apply through the Office of Global Learning. Individual direct application to the host institution will not be accepted. You are eligible to apply for the program if you:
You may also find the details on application process and selection criteria under HKUST Summer Study Abroad Program brochure page.
Visa Information
To check whether or not you need a visa for your participation in this summer program, please contact the nearest Korean Embassy or Consulate Office or visit the website of Ministry of Justice Korea Immigration Service for information.
Insurance
Students participating in YISS are required to have health/travel insurance to cover their stay in South Korea during the program period.
HKUST students who take part in the University's study abroad programs will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Plan. Please CLICK HERE for details.
Accommodation
Participants may choose to stay at on-campus housing. Housing information can be found HERE.
