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  • Locations: Busan, South Korea
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 10/01/2026 ** Rolling Admission 02/28/2027 06/23/2027

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: Direct, Program Provider Areas of Study: Accounting, Asian Studies, Business, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, History, International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Japanese, Law, Management, Marketing, Political Science, Writing
Minimum Class Standing: Junior, Senior, Sophomore GPA Requirement: 2.5
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: University Housing
Program Description:
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Semester at Pusan National University

Spend a semester living and learning in Busan, South Korea's vibrant second-largest city, surrounded by beaches, mountains, and rich cultural heritage.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

  • Pusan National University (PNU) offers a range of English-taught courses in global studies, business administration, and more

  • PNU is one of South Korea's leading research universities and is particularly well known for global studies

  • Many classes include organized field trips, providing a thoroughly immersive learning experience

  • Experience Korean culture firsthand while studying Busan's Geumjeong-gu district, surrounded by sea and mountains

  • Experience South Korea's rich history and natural beauty with a visit to Gyeongju, the ancient capital filled with UNESCO World Heritage sites

Discover Busan

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.


The WorldStrides Difference

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Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

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Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

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Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

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Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.


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Meet Maria V.

"When the opportunity to go to South Korea arose, I had to take it! I wanted to immerse myself in the country to see what it would be like to live there. Busan exceeded my expectations. It felt like home. I have met so many wonderful people and saw so many beautiful sights."

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!