TOP

Application Process

Study Abroad

KUBS SEP Overview

KUBS students can study abroad for one semester at one of our partner institutions and can receive academic credit upon approval.

Eligibility

  • 1. Students who have completed at least one semester at KUBS and have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • 2. Students currently on a leave of absence are eligible to apply; however, they must enroll during the exchange semester.
  • 3. Students who will graduate immediately after the exchange semester are NOT eligible.
  • * Applicants may apply to either the KUBS SEP or the KU SEP, but not both simultaneously.
  • * Applicants with a record or reprimand, suspension, or academic probation in the previous semester will receive a point deduction.
  • * Applications who provide false information, falsify documents, or refuse to submit required evidence will be disqualified.

Application Process

  • The selection process is conducted twice a year (January and July). Applicants must follow the instructions provided in the announcements on the KUBS website and submit the online application along with all required documents through the online system.

Required Documents

  • SEP Online Application
  • English Resume
  • English Academic Plan(A. Statement of Purpose, B. Study Plan & Future Plans)
  • Copy of Passport
  • Original Copy of TOEFL iBT / IELTS Score Report
  • Original TOEFL iBT / IELTS Score Report
  • English Certificate of Enrollment
  • Proof of Activities/Experiences
  • Agreement on the Collection and Use of Personal Information

Numbers of Universities You May Apply To

  • Applicants may apply up to five (5) universities.

KUBS Selection Criteria

KUBS Selection Criteria
Total 100 points
GPA 30 points  
TOEFL iBT/IELTS   20 points  
English Interview   50 points

Program Procedure

Program Procedure
Selection Preparation Exchange After Exchange
Spring: July
Fall: January
Spring: August -
Fall: February -
Spring: January -
Fall: July -
Spring: July
Fall: January
  • - Information Session (June/December)
  • - Application Submission
  • - English Interview
  • - Student Placement
  • Orientation *
  • - Application Submission to Host University
  • - Acceptance Letter
  • - Visa Application / Flight Reservation
  • - Accommodation
  • - Course Review
  • - Airfare Scholarship Application
  • Pre-departure Ceremony *
  • - Report of Arrival
  • - Exchange Fair
  • - Submission of Report of Return and Feedback
  • - SEP Review Submission
  • - Application for Credit Transfer (Approval)

*Orientation and Pre-departure Ceremony are NOT mandatory events for Graduate/MBA students

Period of Exchange

One semester exchange

*Graduate students are not eligible for exchange extensions.