Degree Details
The Seoul National University Exchange in South Korea offers BU Questrom School of Business students the opportunity to study at Seoul National University, Korea’s premier educational and research center. Questrom students will study in one of the world’s top financial and commercial centers. During their time in Seoul, students will have the option to live on campus in dorms, although space is limited. Interested students should refer to Questrom’s lists of pre-approved courses before applying.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
Home University
Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
BU Hub Offered
NoneHousing
Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
- Boston University Questrom students only
- SNU’s admission criteria require study abroad students to have an overall GPA minimum of 3.0. Students with a GPA below 3.0 may be considered on a case-by-case basis and should contact BU Study Abroad before applying.
- Admission requirements for all programs
Curriculum
Students generally enroll in the following:
- Two courses approved by Questrom as Questrom-equivalent courses (3 units each)
- Culture and Social Transformation of Contemporary Korea (3)
- Two or three elective courses (may be additional Questrom equivalent courses) (3 units each)
Students should refer to Questrom’s lists of pre-approved courses before applying.
Academic culture may be very different at a partner institution; Seoul National University provides a rigorous academic experience to both local and visiting students, and you will be subject to their academic policies and procedures during your time at this institution.
Housing & Student Services
University Dormitory
- University housing is available but not guaranteed to exchange students
- Apartments; SNU provides some guidance to students that prefer to live off campus or who are not allocated to university housing
- Room set-up: double rooms in shared apartments
- All SNU residences are fully furnished; kitchens are equipped with basic utensils
- Housing is paid directly to SNU; board is not included
- University dining facilities available; no meal plans, pay per meal
- Laundry available in each residence
Program Dates
FALL TERM
Program Dates
Early September – Mid-December
FALL TERM
Applications Open
December 15
FALL TERM
Applications Deadline
March 15
SPRING TERM
Program Dates
Early March – Mid-June
SPRING TERM
Applications Open
June 1*
SPRING TERM
Applications Deadline
September 1
This program is not on a rolling admissions cycle. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials have been received by the BU Study Abroad office by the application deadline. Decisions will not be made until after the application deadline. Applicants will receive their decision via email.
Information on other programs that do not follow a rolling admissions cycle and information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision can be found here.
Cost & Financial Considerations
- 2025/2026 Tuition: $35,454 per term
- Cost includes tuition, overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
- Estimated program budget, including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available.
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