STUDY ABROADIN SOUTH KOREA ORIENTATION

Program Overview

•Program Location: Seoul, South Korea

• Program beginning/ending dates: (departures/arrivals in US) July 10 - July 30, 2018(3 Weeks)

•Program Leader name and complete contact informationYoung Cheong

cyoung@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Media Production and Cultural Studies

Things to bring with you

Personal Identification/Passport: Be prepared to keep your passport with you or in a safe location at all time, and if the unfortunate happens, maintain a secondary form of identification for an emergency along with a photocopy of your PassportAllowance/Spending Money: You need to be responsible for paying for meals, extracurricular activities, souvenirs, and etc. That is, everybody may have different purpose of the allowance. Accordingly, it is very hard to determine a good amount of allowance. A good amount of allowance can range from $1,500 to $2,000.

Sooo...What do I do when I land in Korea?

On the flight over to Korea, all of the students will fly together as a group.

Myself or Program Assistant will meet you at the Airport and we will travel by subway or by bus (depending on traffic) to the dorm at Dongguk University.

Exchanging Currency

We will exchange money at Incheon Airport when we land as a group. But, if you wish, you can bring some Korean money with you.

Can I use my Electronic Devices in Korea?

2 Things to consider:

Voltage: In the US, the voltage is typically 110-120. In Korea, the voltage is 220V.Plug Shape: Plugs in the US usually have 2 flat pins. In Korea, the plug shape is round, therefore you need an adaptor in order to use your device.

MAGIC (Not Really)

KOREA U.S.

Can I use my Electronic Devices in Korea? Type of Device You will need: Multi-voltage appliances (laptops, etc.): Plug adapter

110-120V electronics: Plug adapter + step-down transformer

Hair dryers, curling irons, etc.: Plug adapter + voltage converter

Dual Voltage Hair Dryer : Conair 1875 Watt Compact Hair Dryer

Things to bring with you

Toiletries: Toothpaste, toothbrush, shower foam, shampoo, and shower towels are all you need. Understand that for most Toiletries and Personal grooming Supplies, you can purchase them in Seoul, lower the weight and save the extra room in your bags for other items you may want to return home with. Simply allow for the extra money ($30 or $40 for a month of supplies) and purchase them in Seoul.

Medical Supplies: Be sure to bring any necessary prescriptions, allergy medicine, aspirin, etc with you.

Things to bring with you- Summer clothing, light jacket, sunglasses

- One set of dressy casual attire

- If you are planning on enjoying the beach while we are there, pack a swimsuit

- Also, remember that you will need comfortable sneakers or plain canvas shoes to protect your feet, we will be doing A LOT of walking.

-Don't wear heels and sandals as they will lead to unnecessary wear and tear on your feet in Seoul and on long walking trips.

The weather in the summer in Seoul is very similar to New York:

Flight ItineraryIncheon Airport

http://www.airport.kr/pa/en/a/index.jsp

JFK Airport (Terminal 4)

https://www.jfkt4.nyc/

Toiletries School Supplies

Passport / IDs A Formal Outfit

Towel Light Jacket

Flip Flops Underwear/Socks

Medication Swimsuit

Things to bring Checklist

Staying Connected

Free WiFi Throughout Korea SIM card

For free!$30/month($20 of credit)

1GB of data ($16.5)

VOICE CALLING (25¢ per min)*INCOMING CALLS ARE FREE

•Available on school grounds•Available at hospitals•Available at local businesses

•Available in Mini, Micro and Nano size•Compatible with all unlocked phones•https://www.trazy.com/experience/detail/korea-sim-card-unlimited-data

Staying Connected

Kakao Talk App

• FREE Calling and Video Chatting

• Send messages quickly and easily

•Compatible with iPhone, Android, Blackberry and PC•Works internationally

•Group chat

•Can use with wifi or cellular data

HousingHousing: 2 students will share each room, which includes a bed, desk, and closet for each student, an A/C unit, floor heating system and a shared bathroom. Internet will be provided free of charge but students should bring their own towels. Bed linens and pillows can be purchased for a total cost of twenty dollars.

TransportationSeoul Subway Map Subway Korea

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Transportation

1) Internet Connectivity

Seoul has such advanced infrastructure that it’s been offering cellphone service, 3G, and Wifi on all Seoul metro rides and stations. Basically what that means is: In Seoul, you are always connected!

In Korea, there are free wifi hotspots everywhere you go including places like: Starbucks, McDonald’s, and many more.

Transportation

2) Multi-language Announcements

Tourists should certainly love the Seoul subways. The English, Japanese and Chinese announcements are always super helpful. Not all Seoul subway stops are announced in these other languages, but most tourist destinations are.

Transportation

3) Screens

Nearly all of the newer Seoul subway trains are equipped with screens that bring you service announcements, upcoming stop names, international news, stock prices and football highlights.

N Tower (Seoul Tower)

Seoul City Tour Korean Palaces Tour

GangnamInsa-Dong

Samchong-DongHongdaeShinchon

Korean Drama Tour

Kyung Ju/ Busan TourBulguksaSeokulamHaeundae

MBC NetworkK-Pop Music Program

Korean Street MarketDongdaemunNamdaemun

K-Pop Dance Lesson

DMZ

Korean Spa (Jjimjilbang)

Baseball Game

Lotte World (like Six Flags)

Boryeong Mud Festival

Bukchon Hanok Village

Watergun Festival

Pottery Making/Folk Village

Planned Activities Optionalvs.

Planned Activities

N Tower (Seoul Tower)

K-Pop Dance Lessons

MBCNetwork

Street MarketDongdaemun

Namdaemun

MBC Drama Tour

Optional Activities

Lotte World &Caribbean Bay

$58~$73

Baseball Game$8~$14

Bukchon Hanok Village

FREE

DMZ$87

Spa (Jjim-jil-bang)$10

Boryeong Mud Festival$50

Pottery Making/Folk Village$10-20

Itinerary

Financial Aid and Scholarships

• The Roy L. Furman Fellows Program/Karen L. Gould International Study Fund

• Study Abroad Scholarship Association (SASA) Scholarship

• Chancellor's Global Scholarship for Study Abroad

• Baruch College Scholarship/Fellowship Search Listings

• The David L. Boren Scholarships and Fellowships

• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

• U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship Program

• The Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA)

More info, Contact IEGE office

Travel Agent Info

Travel Agent Contact Info

WALKERHILL WORLDWIDE TRAVEL INC 212-221-1234

Sunny Yoo /managerWalkerhill Worldwide Travel, INC.7 West 45th st #501New York, NY 10036

STUDY ABROADIN SOUTH KOREA ORIENTATION