1. Located in Suwon, South Korea

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. Academic Calendar- Language Program  Fall Semester  September 15-November 23 rd  Spring Semester  March 10 th - May 19 th  Summer  June 9 th -August 19 th  Winter  December 15 th - February 23rd

6. Academic Calendar- Exchange Program/ Individual applications  Fall Semester  August 15th- December 15 th  Spring Semester  January 15 th - May 15th

7. 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.here

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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 $3,000 This is based on the Spring 2012 fees- subject to change

12. Summer Cost  Around $845 through the K-State exchange program

13. 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

14. 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)

15. 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

16. 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.

17. Currency?  Korean Currency  Currency Rates 1 USD = 1,300 Korean Won  Coins  10 won, 50 won, 100 won, 500 won  Bills 1,000 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.

18. 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

19. Vaccinations  The vaccinations needed depend on personal records and what you feel is most comfortable for you  A more comprehensive list is herehere  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

20. 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

21. 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 herehere

22. 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) Passport 2) Visa Application 3) Letter of Admission/Letter of Acceptance 4) Notarized Sponsorship Letter

23. 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