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Sogang Graduate School of International Studies
Admission Scholarship Qualification An applicant must have
graduated or be expected to graduate from an ac- credited four-year
college, university or equivalent before the semester for which the
applicant intends to enroll. Ph.D. program is for the limited
number of students having M.A. degree with an outstanding academic
record. For more details and precise information, please refer to
the GSIS website. The required forms for application are also
available on the website.
Application Process Students should fill in a brief online
application form first. Online application link is available at
Sogang GSIS website only during the application period. In
addition to the online application, students must send all
required documents by mail. Only after students send them by mail,
application process will be completed.
Application Requirements • Application Checklist • Offline
Application Form • Essay (A statement of purpose) • Diploma or
Certificate of (Expected) Graduation • Official Transcripts •
English Test Score Report
Additional Requirements for International Students • Two Sealed
Recommendation Letters • Color Copy of Passport • Original
Statement of Bank Balance • Consent Form of Information Release for
Degree Verification • (Only for applicants who graduated from
universities in China) Degree Verifi-
cation Report from CDGDC or CHSI
Application Period The Application period is usually the first week
of May for the fall semester and November for the spring
semester.
Application Fee Payment The applicant needs to transfer the fee to
the below bank account. Application fee is not refunded in any
events.
Name of Bank : Woori Bank Account No. : 1005-001-589268 Swift Code
of Woori Bank :
HVBKKRSE Account Holder :
Bank Address : Woori Bank Sogang University branch, Sogang
University, Baekbeom-ro(Shinsu-dong), Mapo-gu, Seoul, 04107,
KOREA
Scholarship by Sogang GSIS There are 4 types of scholarship
supported by Sogang GSIS. - Scholarship A/B/C/D: 100%/75%/50%/25%
reduction of tuition fee GSIS new students who meet the certain
academic standards are entitled to a tuition scholarship according
to their performance in the admission process. From the 2nd
semester, the amount of scholarship is determined according to the
GPA of the previous semester. For the GSIS scholarship, students
should acquire 9 credits or the above and have a minimum GPA of
3.5(4.0 for Ph.D.) on a scale of 4.3. Additionally, students who
did not graduate from the university in the English speaking
countries are required to submit the official English test report
with the certain required score during their first year at Sogang
GSIS. Students can apply for TA or RA from the 2nd semester for the
additional scholarship.
Korean Government Scholarship Program by NIIED The NIIED (National
Institute for International Education; Korean governmental
institute) invites international students at the beginning of every
year for Ko- rean Government Scholarship Program(KGSP). The KGSP is
a full-scholarship program having a lot of benefits including
living costs. International students can apply for the KGSP through
Sogang GSIS or Korean embassy in their countries for every fall
semester admission. For more details regarding this program, please
refer to the website of NIIED. (http://www.niied.go.kr)
Scholarships by private companies and institutions * Sogang-POSCO
Asia Fellowship: This scholarship program supports prospec- tive
leaders of Asia by providing tuition and living expenses to young
intel- lectuals from Asian countries as they enroll in Master’s or
Doctoral courses at some of the most prestigious Korean
universities and learn more about various aspects of Korean society
and culture. Please refer to the website of POSCO Asia Fellowship.
(http://www.postf.org/en/main.do)
Hongik Univ. Street Itaewon
Admission Fee Orientation Fee (1st semester only)
6,257,000 KRW 100,000 KRW 1,145,000 KRW 100,000 KRW
* per one semester, as of 2018
Sogang University, founded by the Society of Jesus in 1960, is the
only Jesuit Institution in Korea. Along with other 226 colleges and
universities across the globe under the common guidance of the
Society of Jesus, Sogang University aims to nurture talents who
will devote their lives to the development of a humanistic culture
and community. Despite its relatively short history, Sogang
University has risen to establish its place as one of the top
universities in Korea.
Since its establishment in 1997, Sogang GSIS has earned a
preeminent reputa- tion for high academic standards, distinguished
faculty members and a superb array of multidisciplinary programs.
Students from all over the world are sharing and learning from
unique experiences. The relevance of our program has been validated
by the marketability of our graduates who have pursued prestigious
careers in governments, corporations, and organizations all across
the globe.
History
Sogang University is located in the heart of Seoul. So it is the
center of youth that overflows with vibrant energy. All Major
attractions can be easily reached by public transportation.
Location
Seoul, Korea
Majors 1) International Relations (including National Intelligence
& Security Track)
The International Relations Program is designed to answer a demand
for a new kind of professional who has a thorough knowledge of
academia as well as an understanding of the current global
environment. The breadth and depth of knowledge offered in the
two-year masters and doctoral pro- gram is useful to students with
aspirations to pursue a professional career in the international
arena or to those who plan to combine a specific discipli- nary
major with a career in the international relations.
2) International Trade The International Trade Program’s main
objective is to train motivated students to be competent and
sophisticated professionals by incorporat- ing substantial approach
focused on a specialized theoretical framework including
international business, international negotiations, and policy
analysis of international trade. In order to broaden student’s
analytical perspectives on various issues, this program is designed
to bring in more experienced professors and experts in the related
field.
3) International Finance The International Finance Program is
designed to give students the tools, knowledge and insight needed
in a dynamic financial marketplace. An in- depth study into related
topics in the field of international finance, including
investments, derivatives, accounting and financial institutions
will allow students to familiarize themselves with the use of
required analytical skills, computer-based tools, linear
relationships, regression analysis, optimiza- tion techniques, and
many more.
4) Korea & East Asia The Korea & East Asia Program offers
interdisciplinary courses on eco- nomic, political, international,
and socio-cultural aspects of East Asia (in particular, Korea,
China and Japan), which incorporate both historic and contemporary
issues. While many courses focus on a specific country, some
courses deal with region-wide issues. The goal of this program is
to train area specialists on the East Asia region. Students may
concentrate on one of the three countries in the region, although
specializing in more than one country is a feasible option.
Sogang GSIS offers professional master’s degree program in four
specialty areas. Professional master’s degree programs offer the
Master of Inter- national studies degree. Sogang GSIS also offers
Ph.D. programs on four specialty areas.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum Sogang GSIS provides a truly
interdisciplinary curriculum that draws on the study of
international relations, international trade, international finance
and Korea & East Asia. Our superb array of multidisciplinary
programs enable stu- dents to be equipped with both intellectual
breadth and professional capacity. Not only will each student gain
knowledge about their own major, but student will also be
competitive in other areas of international study.
Distinguished Faculty Our faculty is comprised of scholars from
prestigious universities in the world such as Yale, Cambridge and
Brown university. They are committed to working closely with
students and guiding them in their academic pursuits. Especially,
the high student-professor ratio is a hallmark of Sogang GSIS and
we are very proud to offer a closeness between students and
professors that is quite rare in Korea. Our professors become true
mentors.
High Student Satisfaction One of the things which makes Sogang GSIS
special is the high level of student satisfaction. The small class
sizes and high lecture quality lead to a satisfied student body.
Academics aside, Sogang GSIS encourages an environment conducive to
nurturing friendships. There are many events where students can
gather together and get to know each other. We strongly believe
that interper- sonal skills are also the crucial part of any
educational institution.
Academic System : There are 2 semesters (Spring, Fall) per 1 year.
(Spring semester is from Mar. to Jun. and fall semester is from
Sep. to Dec.)
: All courses are offered in English. No evening courses are
offered. : Every course is 3 credits and 3 hours per week except
‘Special Lectures on
Global Issues’.
International Student Support System Sogang GSIS is fully aware
that studying abroad is a huge commitment that can be fraught with
uncertainties and concerns. As a result, we have established an
International Student Supporter System that attempts to alleviate
many of these worries so that students can feel more at ease
pursuing their academic goals and cultural interests in Korea.
Supporters will help international stu- dents adjust to a new life
in Seoul.
Exchange Program Sogang GSIS places great emphasis on finding
opportunities for students to study abroad. Students can experience
the dynamics of the fields of interna- tional studies as well as
get benefits of a personal education goal by taking courses of
foreign universities. Sogang GSIS has joint academic agreements
with 7 universities in France, Poland, Czech, Austria, Taiwan and
Iran.
Support of Learning Korean for International Students Sogang Korean
Language Education Center(KLEC) is well known for its cur- riculum
which presents students with effective and dynamic situations
through in order to practice Korean language skills. For Sogang
GSIS international students who want to learn Korean, 30% of the
tuition fee is discounted by KLEC and 10~20% is supported by GSIS.
Students can apply up to 3 times dur- ing their course.
Special Lectures on Global Issues Sogang GSIS holds a special
lecture every week during the semester. It gives students chances
of meeting international experts from domestic and foreign
governments, embassies, large corporations and NGOs. During the
lecture, they present and discuss current international issues
pertinent to their experi- ence. Students can see the real world
application of in-class theory and expand the human network.
Center of Youth Sogang University is located in Sinchon, the center
of Seoul, South Korea. Situated in the heart of Seoul, Sogang could
not be more conveniently located. Sinchon is a bustling area filled
with restaurants, department stores and bars. There is always
something happening here, and Sogang is right in the center of it.
Also, Sogang university provides firsthand experience to
international students through various student activities.
Degree Requirements Master Ph.D.
+ Thesis (6 credits)
15 Courses (45 credits) + Thesis (No credit)
A minimum GPA of 3.0 or above A minimum GPA of 3.5 or above