Applications for SKKU Winter International Student Experience (WISE) 2026–2027

Monday, 17 August 2026

Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Seoul, South Korea, invites students to participate in the Winter International Student Experience (WISE) 2026–2027, a short-term programme combining academic study, cultural immersion, and international networking.

Programme Overview

The SKKU WISE programme offers students the opportunity to take courses taught by SKKU professors and guest lecturers while experiencing Korean culture through field trips, hands-on workshops, and language lessons. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet students from around the world and experience winter in Seoul.

Programme Dates: 22 December 2026 – 8 January 2027
Application Period: 1 September – 13 December 2026
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Language of Instruction: English
Credits: 3 credits per course

Courses are offered in a variety of fields, including:

  • Business
  • Economics
  • Social Sciences
  • Computer/Data Science
  • Korean Language & Studies
  • and more

Tuition Discounts

The following discounts are available to eligible participants:

  • Early Bird Discount: 30% discount for applications submitted by 31 October 2026
  • Group Discount: 30% discount per student for groups of 3 or more students
  • ISS/WISE Alumni Discount: 40% discount for eligible former ISS/WISE participants. Students are advised to contact the WISE Office for further details.

Online Information Session

Students interested in learning more about the programme may attend the upcoming online information session:

Date: 18 August 2026
Sessions: 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM (KST, UTC+9)
Format: Online via Zoom

Students may attend whichever session is most convenient for them.

Application and Further Information

Applications will open on 1 September 2026.

For detailed information about the programme, courses, tuition fees and application procedures, please visit the SKKU WISE official website:

https://winter.skku.edu/winter/index.do

For the course list and application information:

https://winter.skku.edu/winter/intro/Course.do

Application Period: 1 September – 13 December 2026
Early Bird Deadline: 31 October 2026
Programme Dates: 22 December 2026 – 8 January 2027