The South Korea program offers financial aid, includes accommodations and some meals, while personal expenses, travel, and certain fees vary; total costs are estimated and subject to change.
The South Korea program includes orientations, requires participants to arrange their own travel, provides limited pre-paid local transit, and offers specific guidance on visas, insurance, and LGBTQIA+ resources.
The UC Davis South Korea program offers shared housing, some meals, cultural excursions, career workshops, and resources on adjusting to Seoul’s modern and vibrant lifestyle, with a strong focus on safety and readiness.
Matt Oliver, a former jet mechanic and small business owner, began teaching at Old Dominion University in 2003 before moving to UC Davis in 2014, where he teaches writing courses in engineering, science, and technical fields, and has also consulted for organizations like the Department of Defense and California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Each UC Davis Summer Abroad Internship program pairs UC Davis Study Abroad with a partner organization that manages the personalized internship placements; arranges accommodations and excursions; leads onsite orientations and optional social events; and provides 24/7 emergency support.
UC Davis Summer Abroad South Korea offers students the opportunity to earn units over the summer through immersive coursework, enhanced by local excursions, guest lectures and reflective assignments.
