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Program Details:

  • Language of Instruction: English, Korean
  • Required GPA: 2.75
  • Term: Fall, Spring, or Full Year
  • Application Deadline: November 1st

Program Costs

  • Tuition: Pay Central tuition
  • Housing + Meal Plan: 1,300,000 KRW per semester (around $940) for housing and 3 meals a day on weekdays
  • Health Insurance: 70,000 KRW per month (around $50) as required by South Korea
  • Scholarship: Dormitory Scholarship, Approx. 650,000 won (Regular dormitory fee: Approx. 1,300,000 won)
  • Job opportunity: Opportunities for students to participate in Part-Time Jobs, Hourly Wage Approx. 10,000 Won
  • Free Korean Language Class
    • Additional Korean Language Class

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Contact

Dr. Julie Kim

Communication
R.C. Vance Academic Center 3170400
860 832 2691
yeojinkim@ccsu.edu 

Dr. Zongxiang Mei

Global Engagement at Central
Barnard Hall, Room 418
860 832 2043
zongxiang.mei@ccsu.edu 

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Contact Information
Zongxiang Mei
Global Engagement at Central
Henry Barnard Hall
418
(860) 832-2043
zongxiang.mei@ccsu.edu
Seth Voytek
Global Engagement at Central
Henry Barnard Hall
418
860.832.2044
s.voytek@ccsu.edu

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Jeonbuk National University

Jeollabuk-do, South Korea

Located in the heart of Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, Jeonbuk National University (JBNU) is a prestigious public institution dedicated to excellence in education and research. With a vision to foster global leaders, JBNU offers a diverse and inclusive academic environment that nurtures innovation and creativity.

JBNU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including humanities, sciences, engineering, and social sciences. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a strong emphasis on research, our students gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen careers.

Students have the opportunity to study at JBNU for one semester or a full academic year, with courses available in both Korean and English. For exchange students, a variety of courses are taught in English to accommodate non-Korean speakers.

JBNU provides specialized Korean language courses tailored to international students at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels with additional fee. These courses, along with various English-taught classes, make it easier for non-Korean speakers to integrate and thrive academically.

JBNU offers on-campus dormitory facilities for exchange students. The dormitories feature twin rooms with essential amenities and include a meal plan providing three meals on weekdays.

Jeollabuk-do (Jeollabuk Province) is home to regions recognized by UNESCO. The Jeonju Hanok Village, located in Jeonju, the capital of Jeollabuk-do, is a notable cultural site. Additionally, the province is part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and traditional Korean cuisine.

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