A semester abroad in South Korea offers all the core benefits of the program, cultural immersion, language exposure, and meaningful connection—in a shorter, more flexible timeframe.

High school life in South Korea is structured and focused, with students typically studying Korean language and literature, math, science, English, history, and ethics. Schools emphasize academic achievement and respect for teachers and classmates, and uniforms are commonly worn. Outside of class, Korean teens enjoy cafés, shopping districts, karaoke rooms (“noraebang”), and street food markets. Weekends might include exploring Seoul, attending K-pop dance classes, or visiting cultural sites with friends.

As part of your semester abroad, you’ll also take a 2-day cultural trip to Fukuoka, Japan, giving you a chance to explore another vibrant culture during your time in Asia.

The program cost includes:

• Round-trip international airfare from New York to Europe and South Africa, from Miami to Brazil and Argentina, from Los Angeles to Asia/Pacific.

• Comprehensive health, accidental death, and travel insurance

• Host family recruitment and screening

• Enrollment in a local high school and mandatory school fees

• Mandatory school books

• Ongoing support by an ASSE Representative in the home and host countries

• Monthly information letters

• Pre-departure and post-arrival Orientation Meetings

• Initial language instruction in non-English-speaking countries (School Year and Semester Programs only)

• 24/7 emergency support

• ASSE flight bag

The program fee does not include:

• Domestic travel from home to international gateway city

• Passport and visa fees

• School uniform (if required)

• Optional field trips (if offered)

• School lunch money (if necessary), and pocket money. 

Application Deadline for Fall Departure – April 1

Application Deadline for Spring Departure – September 15 

3-Month Program