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ACADEMICS |
This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in all majors. Exchange students may enroll in courses taught in English or Korean (must have adequate Korean language proficiency). Exchange students are fully integrated into the regular programs with Korean students. Note to Business Students: This university is AACSB accredited. |
COURSES IN ENGLISH |
Yes - the Global Korean Studies program offers Korean Studies courses taught in English, and some courses taught in English are offered by other faculties. |
DURATION |
Fall semester (2nd semester): late August - mid December Spring semester (1st semester): early March - late June |
HOUSING |
Exchange students may live on-campus in Gonzaga Hall, an international dormitory (double-rooms). Some meals are included with the housing (global cafeteria). |
ESTIMATED COSTS |
MIX students register as full-time students at UH Manoa and pay regular UHM tuition. They do not pay overseas tuition. - Students who normally pay in-state UHM tuition continue to do while on MIX. View UHM tuition & fees online In addition to UHM tuition, MIX students are responsible for all of their living expenses, including health insurance, books/supplies, room & meals, personal expenses, airfare, local transportation, and any costs associated with obtaining a visa (if applicable). It is recommended that you research online to get an idea of how much these expenses will be. Since you are still a registered UHM student while on MIX, you continue to be eligible to receive financial aid and scholarships. If you submit a ‘MIX Student Budget for Financial Aid Purposes’ form, UHM financial aid will take into consideration your overseas living and travel expenses when awarding you your grants/loans. |
OTHER INFORMATION |
Visa Information: Exchange students use the Certificate of Admission received from their Korean host university to obtain a student visa. Student visas (D-2 visas) are issued at Korean Consulates. Student visas can are typically processed within five working days. Required documents for the D-2 visa are:
Note: These requirements are subject to change. Always refer to the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea website for up to date information: Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Honolulu Upon arrival in Korea, students who will be staying for more than 90 days must obtain a Certificate of Alien Registration from the Seoul Immigration Office. |




