Why University of Seoul? “Study at the heart of Seoul”

Located in Seoul, the University of Seoul is widely regarded as one of the best public universities in Korea. Ever since its establishment in 1918, the University of Seoul has contributed to developing Korean society through the education and training of students and academic research as a Think Tank for the Seoul Metropolitan Government. The University of Seoul as one of the top comprehensive universities in Korea offers a variety of courses with 8 Colleges and 9 Graduate Schools.

About Seoul International Summer School

Seoul International Summer School (SISS) program at the University of Seoul (UOS) was first established in 2000, and it has provided international students with a great opportunity to learn about Korean culture and tradition. Reorganized in 2005, SISS has been receiving an increased amount of funds from the Seoul Metropolitan Government and offers various incentives to participants coming from UOS partner universities and many other prestigious universities all over the world.

Culture Activities

To learn about Seoul, you can experience various kinds of activities while visiting meaningful spots around Seoul such as Gyeongbok palace and Han River.  This year the theme is to design your own Seoul! You will get to choose which activities you want to try from an amusement park, and modern museums to cooking K-food and trying out K-pop dances

SISS offers a buddy program “Peer Advocate” for international students. Peer Advocates are UOS Korean students who help international students adjust to life in Korea. You can Explore Seoul with your Korean Buddies.

Study with top renowned Professors Around the World!

UOS Seoul International Summer School offers a broad set of courses across a variety of different disciples, taught by top renowned professors around the world

Korean Government Scholarship Program Guide for International Students(2019)

2023 SISS Program Brochure

Contact Information

Seoul International Summer School Team  Tel: +82-2-6490-6662  E-mail: uossummer@uos.ac.kr