High School Study Abroad in Seoul, South Korea

With CIEE staff, you’ll take a special K-pop tour to several trendy sites throughout the city and visit modern and historic sites from music videos, dramas, and other media about Korea. Experience the extreme fan culture first-hand. Attend an indie concert to experience music beyond K-pop. You’ll also visit HYBE INSIGHT, the K-pop mecca dedicated to the music, technology, fashion, and fandom surrounding BTS and the other groups represented by HYBE (previously known as Big Hit Entertainment). Here, you can learn more about the artists and their process for making music and how artists and producers work together as well as look into the lives of the individual artists and what inspires them. Back in the classroom, guest lecturers at the forefront of the movement – such as music producers, songwriters, critics, and choreographers – round out your daily K-Pop Immersion class curriculum and deepen your experience. The Korean Spirit & Culture Workshop, part of orientation for all students, introduces you to the Korean language, as well as concepts, values, and customs such as learning to bow.

South Korea is the undiscovered gem of the Far East, with food, K-culture, and mountainous scenery that you will never forget! Our discovery trip begins in Seoul, where we explore regal palaces and bustling downtown neighborhoods, and have fun at the theater. Then, we tour Korea’s modern port city of Busan, visit the ancient capital city of Gyeongju, and explore the rural beauty of South Jeolla Province. Our final destination is Jeju Island, recently listed as one of the new Seven Natural Wonders of the World. After a couple of days exploring this island paradise, we will go back to Seoul to K-party it up with some K-pop hologram shows and a meal at the N-Seoul Tower. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain community service hours assisting a Buddhist temple with their farming projects, an enriching experience for both you and the people who sustain off this land! This program is perfect for any teen finishing grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 and looking to gain a global perspective while discovering one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.

The Seoul summer program of LanguBridge provides students an unforgettable immersion experience in Korea through intense language learning and cultural exploration. Participants have the opportunity to live with a host family that is more than happy to share the local culture and language with international students. This is an ideal opportunity for teens to explore a different culture and learn at the same time. The language study is hosted at a local university, which provides high-quality instruction and a safe and comfortable learning environment. Staying with a local host family allows students to immerse themselves in the local language and culture and interact with local people. The trips and culture lessons are to complement the language classes to make a fun and enriching experience. Our programs combine premium quality with unmatched value — delivering the same depth of learning and cultural engagement as other programs, but at a much lower price.

Live together with K-pop Trainees Waiting for Their Debut! Asia Hope Camp Organization’s internship program provides high school and university students with firsthand experience working in an NGO. During the program, you will develop knowledge and skills in organizational management, research, professional communication, and leadership. The placement runs from 1 to 12 months and is based in the capital city — Seoul. As an intern, you can assist with a broad range of activities at ACOPIA, including: - K-pop cultural planning and management - Writing and composing songs - Writing articles for the ACOPIA newspaper - Creating social media content At ACOPIA, exchanging ideas is highly encouraged. We hold various programs to promote Korean and Japanese cultures and improve Korea-Japan relations. Through internships, volunteering programs, K-POP-related programs, or language programs, we work towards breaking more barriers and unifying people from all over the globe.

School of Performing Arts Seoul (SOPA) is the most renowned arts school in Korea, known for leading the global K-POP wave. Often referred to as the “Idol Academy,” SOPA has produced numerous world-famous stars, including singers, actors, and influencers — with alumni from groups like BTS, IVE, and EXO. As a specialized private arts high school, SOPA has helped launch the careers of hundreds of successful idols and entertainers. Many current students are already actively working in the entertainment industry. If you’re an international student dreaming of becoming a star, don’t miss your chance to join the 2025 SOPA Summer Global K-POP Camp! Notable SOPA Alumni: BTS, IVE, IZ-One, ITZY, EXO, Seventeen BLITZERS, Red Velvet, CNBLUE, FTIsland, FX, GirlsDay, Apink, MissA, KARA, Universe Girl, Stray Kids, EPISODE, EXID, NCT, April, Universe Girl, ONEUS, Idol school, Produce 101, Girl Friend, Oh My Girl, Very Good, DIA, Wa$$up, GLAM, DIA, Exid, MOMO Land, Nature, Girls Planet, LUSTY, NTX, LIGHTSUM, fromis_9, Produce 48, etc We invite you to the 2025 SOPA Global K-POP Camp. Join us— limited slots available! First come, first served!

Explore themes of peace and conflict resolution while experiencing South Korea’s distinct blend of modern K-pop culture and ancient traditions. Begin in Seoul, a dynamic global city where you’ll explore Joseon Dynasty palaces and visit the DMZ to learn about the peninsula’s division and its ongoing impact. Participate in hands-on workshops focused on peacebuilding, conflict analysis, and human rights. Immerse yourself in modern Korean culture with a K-pop dance class, basic Korean language lessons, and exchanges with local youth about life, reunification, and K-culture. Experience both modern and traditional sides of Korea with an overnight temple stay, where Buddhist monks introduce meditation and religious traditions. During a homestay, live with a local family, share daily meals, and complete a community service project alongside Korean students. Conclude your experience back in Seoul with visits to cultural landmarks and a final reflection on your journey. Participants will earn a community service certificate recognizing their contributions and learning.