Study Aboard (exchange)
Qualified third and fourth year students have the chance to participate in an exchange program for one or two semesters at one of Woosong University in Korea(WSU) overseas and have the credits earned transferred back to Woosong University Kazakhstan(WSUK). Students must fulfill the criteria set by both WSUK and WSU in order to make their outbound experience as memorable and enjoyable as possible.
The agreement between WSUK and the WSU or Woosong' Partner university may require students to pay tuition (and other costs) to the host university in which case they are treated as Study Abroad students. Also, they do pay other expenses such as residence, activity fees, medical insurance, to the host university Students are advised to consult with the Study Abroad Office about the payment terms before selecting a host university.
Requirements
In order to apply for the outbound study aborad program, students must meet the following WSUK criteria before the start of their semester at the WSU or WOOSONG parten university:
| Minimum Credits Earned or Semesters Completed | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Completion of 2 regular semesters |
Students should also ensure that they meet the WOOSOG university Korea(WSU) admission requirements and meet all the important deadlines set by the WSU.
Upon completion of the program, students are required to submit official copies of their final transcript and a copy of their diploma to the WSUK Office to obtain their degree from WSUK. Students are also required to apply for graduation and complete the graduation checklist to obtain their WSUK degree.
Application Procedure
Below are the basic steps that students need to take to submit an application for exchange. Students should carefully review the steps in the application procedure to avoid any delays in processing of their application
- Check the eligibility requirements of WSUK and the WSU or Woosong’s partner university.
- Consult with WSUK Office about the WSU or Woosong’s partner university , and inform the office of your decision to determine the study plan you need to complete in order to be eligible.
- Submit the outbound application form at least one week before the nomination deadline of the university you have chosen along with the following required documents. Applications will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis:
- WSUK transcript
- One clear copy of the student’s passport ID page
- TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC score report
- Two photographs
- Copy of alien registration card (international students only)
- If you are eligible, you will be invited for an interview.
- After successfully completing the interview, students will be nominated to the host university and subsequently asked to fill out application forms of the WSU or Woosong’s partner university.
- Find out about the visa application procedure, requirements, and pay any advance fees required by WSU or Woosong’s partner university.
- After getting the acceptance letter from the WSU or Woosong’s partner university, apply for visa and make travel arrangements.
- Meet with the outbound program coordinator to discuss your plans about studying abroad.
- Submit the Clearance Checklist to the Student Services Manager before your departure and inform the Study Abroad Office and the host university of your travel dates