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Academic Program

Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) has two campuses: the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus (HSSC) in Seoul and the Natural Sciences Campus (NSC) in Suwon, about an hour apart. During the Fall and Spring semesters, students can take classes at both campuses, with a free shuttle service available. SKKU offers a wide range of courses, and both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to study abroad.

Course Descriptions and Syllabi

How to Search for Courses in English

1. Go to the SKKU Course Catalog
2. Click “Course Catalog” > “Undergraduate Major”
3. Select:
   • Academic Year/Semester (only past terms visible)
   • Campus: HSSC or NSC
   • College (dropdown menu)
   • Major/Dept. (dropdown menu)
4. Look for courses labeled “Course in International Language” (taught in English)
5. Click the Course Code to view the syllabus

Here are the Colleges for Each Campus:

Humanities & Social Sciences (HSSC)

• SKK Business School
• College of Economics
• College of Education
• College of Liberal Arts
• College of Social Sciences
• College of Art
• College of Confucian Studies & Eastern Philosophy
• The Academy of East Asian Studies
• University College (Global Business Administration)

Natural Science & Engineering (NSC)

• College of Biotechnology & Bioengineering
• College of Computing
• College of Computing & Informatics
• College of Engineering
• College of Information & Communication Engineering
• Institute for Cross-disciplinary Studies (ICS)
• SKKU Advanced Institute of Nano Technology
• College of Science
• College of Sport Science
• University College (Engineering)

PLEASE NOTE: You can take classes at BOTH the HSSC (Seoul) and NSC (Suwon) campuses. These majors below will have the MOST ENGLISH COURSES are the following. Be aware that majors NOT specifically listed below may offer only a few courses in English:

Humanities & Social Sciences (HSSC)

• Business Administration (SKK Business School)
• Economics (College of Economics)
• English Language and Literature (College of Liberal Arts)
• Media & Communication (College of Social Sciences)
• Political Science and Diplomacy (College of Social Sciences)
• Sociology (College of Social Sciences)
• Psychology (College of Social Sciences)
• Film, Television and Multimedia (College of Art)

Natural Science & Engineering (NSC)

• Architecture (College of Engineering)
• Civil and Environmental Engineering (College of Engineering)
• Systems Management Engineering (College of Engineering)
• Mechanical Engineering (College of Engineering)
• Software (College of Information and Communication Engineering)

You must take at least 12 SUNY credits at SKKU, and each SKKU course carries the same number of credits as it does at SUNY—for example, a 2-credit SKKU course equals 2 SUNY credits.

Unavailable Colleges & Departments 

The following departments are NOT AVAILABLE to undergraduate study abroad students:

• The School of Medicine
• The School of Pharmacy 
• The School of Law

Restricted Colleges & Departments

The following departments are RESTRICTED to undergraduate study abroad students:

• The College of Art - Theatre courses are not available. Most courses are taught in Korean, but courses in the Film, Television, and Multimedia major are an exception and may be offered in English.
• Some courses in Global Business
• Some courses in Global Economics
• Samsung Advanced Institute for Health Sciences 

Graduate students in Rockefeller College at UAlbany can apply for a one-semester exchange or a Dual Degree program. Click here and scroll to “For Graduate Students” > “Study Abroad” for details. Be sure to consult your academic advisor.

Both undergraduate and graduate-level courses are available at SKKU. Start by exploring the “General Graduate” options on the SKKU academic course portal here: https://kingoinfo.skku.edu/gaia/nxui/outdex.html?language=EN&menuId=NHSSU030840M

Your Instructors

Housing

• On-campus dormitory housing at SKKU is not guaranteed and is very competitive to obtain.
• You may also arrange your own off-campus housing. 
• If you obtain SKKU on-campus housing, dormitory style housing (double room with one roommate) may be available at SKKU on both the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus (HSSC) in Seoul and at the Natural Sciences Campus (NSC) in Suwon. You will choose the campus to live on, but SKKU will assign your specific dormitory room.

Meals

• There is no meal plan for this program if you choose to live on the HSSC campus in Seoul.
• If you choose to live on the NSC campus in Suwon, there may be an optional meal plan available for an additional cost.
• In all housing options, you may choose to purchase meals at the SKKU cafeterias, cook, or eat at local restaurants.

Estimate of Costs

Review the most recent Estimate of Costs here.

Note: For graduate students, SUNY tuition will be charged at the graduate rate. Please check the appropriate tab in the Estimate of Costs.

More Information

Click for more information on Program Costs and Financial Aid.
Remember to speak with the Office of Financial Aid at your home campus to determine how your aid package could apply towards your program abroad.

Eligibility Requirements

• You MUST have completed 2 FULL semesters and have 2 semesters worth of college grades that are shown on your transcript in order to be eligible for the SKKU program. You will NOT be able to apply to this SKKU study abroad program if you are a freshman at the time of application. 
• You must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in all majors, with at least a 2.5 GPA to apply. You will NOT be able to apply if your GPA is lower than a 2.5 (even if it's a 2.49).
• If you are a transfer student, you must have completed at least 1 FULL semester at your previous institution, plus at least 1 FULL semester at the University at Albany, in order to apply.
• Korean citizens are eligible to apply for this program.
• SUNY students only: UAlbany or Other SUNY students are eligible to apply to this SKKU University program. 
• GRADUATE STUDENTS: You must consult with your academic department before applying. Preference will be given to graduate students in the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at UAlbany. If more spots are available, UAlbany students will be given preference over other SUNY students. In all cases, academic performance will be considered.
• Please speak to Megumi, the Korea program advisor at mtkim@albany.edu for more information on this program and the application process.

Excursions

University-arranged excursions are not included in this program, but you may enjoy tourist attractions and events off campus, on your own.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Funding Opportunities

Most financial aid and academic awards will apply to semester programs.
External scholarships, listed on our website, are a good way to partially fund your study abroad experience. 
More information on applying to these scholarships is located on the Scholarships web page.

In Their Own Words

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About the City

SKKU’s Humanities and Social Sciences Campus is just minutes from Seoul’s economic, political, and cultural hubs. Seoul ranks highly in Global Cities Indexes and, as of 2022, hosts 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Natural Science Campus in Suwon—an hour south of Seoul—is a center of innovation and home to Samsung Electronics’ headquarters.

With over 4,000 faculty and 28,000 students, SKKU offers a vibrant academic environment and a strong international exchange program, providing students with a rich study abroad experience in Korea.

Travel Documents

A valid passport is required to participate in this program. If you are a U.S. citizen, you are required to obtain a visa to enter Korea. More information regarding the visa application process is available upon acceptance to the program.

Program Dates
 

Spring 2026 (TENTATIVE DATES) 

Friday, February 27, 2026 - Monday, June 22, 2026

*Please Note: The SKKU 2025-2026 academic year program dates are TENTATIVE.

Application Availability

• Spring/Winter/Spring Break programs: July
• Fall/Year/Summer programs: December

About the Program

Program Orientations

Upon acceptance to the program, you will be required to attend a mandatory pre-departure orientation. During this time, you will have the opportunity to meet other program participants, discuss in-depth the details of your program, and prepare of the overall education abroad experience. The fall semester pre-departure orientation will be conducted the Saturday before the end of Spring UAlbany classes and in late November/early December for the spring term abroad.
Upon arrival at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), you will attend a mandatory program orientation. This is an important and informative set of sessions organized by International Office of your host university.

Support Services

UAlbany’s Office of Education Abroad staff assists you during the application process, in your preparation to travel abroad, and on-site if necessary.
Sungkyunkwan University's (SKKU) Office of International Affairs serve as an experienced resource for resolving issues that you may encounter while abroad.