Join us for Rice in Korea, a six-week summer study abroad program in Korea's capital Seoul, lead by Dr. Eun Young Oh. While in Seoul, Rice students will be immersed in the language and culture through homestay, coursework, excursions, community service experiences, and meetings with local language partners. During the six weeks, students will take KORE 330 - Korean in Action and KORE 321 - Understanding Korean Society and Culture, taught by Dr. Oh and a local instructor from our partner Seoul National University. Both courses carry Distribution group 1 credit. If you have completed KORE 263 and 264 or have been placed into KORE 301, you are eligible to apply.
| Prerequisites | KORE 263 & 264 or Placement in KORE 301 |
| Location | Seoul, South Korea |
| Program Dates | Mid-May - June 2026 |
| Courses | KORE 321 & KORE 330 |
| Applications Open | November 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | January 20, 2026 |
See below for more important dates.
| Expense | Rice Students Pay |
|---|---|
| Tuition* | $10,800 |
| Airfare (estimated Houston - Seoul) | $2,000 |
| Daily Lunch | Included |
| Local Transportation | Included |
| Books and Supplies | Included |
| Personal Expenses | $500 |
| Sub-total | $2,500 |
| Total | $13,300 |
*Tuition includes:
- 6 Rice credit hours
- Accommodation with a host family for 6 weeks
- 2 meals per day (breakfast and dinner for 6 weeks)
- Local/regional excursions
- Language partners
- Community engagement
Some financial aid is available.
Learn about financial aid options at this link: Rice in Country Financial Aid
For more information, consult with the Faculty Leader, Dr. Eun Young Oh (oh@rice.edu).
Important Dates
Fall Information Session
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Info Session with Financial Aid
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Application Period
November 1, 2025 - January 20, 2026
Spring Information Session
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Decision and Scholarship Notification
February 16, 2026
Acceptance Deadline
February 27, 2026
Deadline to drop Rice in Country Courses
Pre-Departure Orientation
Rice in Korea
Mid-May - June, 2026