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Everything I Learned From Applying for Korea’s Alien Registration Card

By Ahmednoor Hassan

Getting the ARC is a necessary step for studying and traveling in Korea, here's a guide of its importance and ways you can stay on track.

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Seoul to Suwon: Walking Through History

By Ahmednoor Hassan

One weekend trip showed me how much there is to learn and see outside Seoul, from traditional villages to historic fortress walls.

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Soul Searching in Seoul: Everything I Learned and What I Wish I Knew

By Abigail S.

Before I start crafting my “study abroad changed me” answers for friends and family, here are the practical things I wish I’d known. The things that would’ve saved me time... keep reading

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A Seoul Escape to Bukhansan

By Abigail S.

Get out of the hustle and bustle of Seoul and head to the peak of Bukhansan!

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Standing Between Two Koreas

By Ahmednoor Hassan

The Demilitarized Zone Experience

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When Travis Scott Took Over Seoul

By Ahmednoor Hassan

Travis Scott's Circus Maximus Tour in Seoul!

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All Around Mapo-gu!

By Abigail S.

A trip around Yeonnam-dong and Mangwon-dong in Mapo-gu!

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Explore Korean Heritage Sites: Magoksa Temple

By Abigail S.

Spend a weekend with me at Magoksa!

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The 6 Best Places to Study Abroad for Business Students

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you’ve ever questioned how valuable study abroad is for business majors, you’ve come to the right place! Studying abroad is not only a great way for business students to... keep reading

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EAT, DRINK, EXPLORE: SEOUL

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN SEOUL South Korea, also known as, The Land of the Morning Calm, features exquisite food no matter where you are. But in Seoul, you’ll have... keep reading

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Allowing Spontaneity to Improve Your Experience Abroad

By Sam Lowry

One of the main reasons I wanted to study abroad- and chose somewhere that would be completely new and unfamiliar to me- was because I wanted to push myself and... keep reading

Put Yourself Out There: Being Open Despite Being Uncomfortable

By Sam Lowry

While very excited, I was quite nervous about going to a place as new and different from what I know as Seoul, but now that I am here, I am... keep reading

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Why Study Abroad in Seoul: Top 3 Reasons

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you’re looking to discover a multi-faceted country with a rich culture, beautiful cityscapes and countryside, an incredible ancient history, and unique modern development, then consider studying abroad in South... keep reading

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From Midterms to Mosh Pits: Turning 21 at EDC Korea

By Aishah B.

Electric Daisy Carnival or EDC is a vibrant international music festival with editions all over the world, the biggest being the neon-drenched, glitter-bombed madness in Las Vegas. But did you... keep reading

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I Got a Saju Reading So You Don't Have To

By Aishah B.

Aside from a few tarot readings from friends and reviewing each others’ astrological birth charts, I’ve had little to no professional experience with “fortune telling.” I’d only heard of Saju... keep reading