Key facts
| Apply by | 13 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| When | Classes 22 December 2026 to 7 January 2027 (orientation 21 December, graduation 8 January) |
| Where | Seoul |
| Cost | See the notice |
| Who can join | See the notice |
| Host | Sungkyunkwan University (성균관대학교) |
About this program
WISE (Winter International Student Experience) is Sungkyunkwan University's winter program in Seoul. It combines classes with many cultural activities.
Week 1: orientation and an evening welcome party in Itaewon (21 December), a live basketball game at Jamsil Indoor Stadium (22 December), a Christmas Eve event on campus (24 December) and a DMZ tour (26 December).
Week 2: an amusement park or ice rink trip (28, 29 or 30 December). Week 3: snow sledding at Seoul Land (3 January), a live ice hockey game at Anyang Ice Rink (7 January) and a farewell ceremony (8 January).
Weekly clubs such as taekwondo, magic, tea ceremony and weight training are also planned. SKKU says the schedule may change.
Schedule
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2026 | Registration and Early Bird registration open |
| 31 October 2026 | Early Bird registration deadline |
| 13 December 2026 | Registration deadline |
| 20 December 2026 | Dorm check-in |
| 21 December 2026 | Orientation |
| 22 December 2026 | Classes start |
| 7 January 2027 | Classes end |
| 8 January 2027 | Graduation |
| 10 January 2027 | Dorm check-out |
How to apply
- Register through the WISE website (winter.skku.edu).
- Register by 31 October 2026 for the Early Bird rate, or by 13 December 2026 at the latest.
- Check the program overview pages on the same site for eligibility, fees and housing.
We checked this listing against the organizer's notice on 20 Oct 2026. Organizers sometimes change dates or rules, so always read the official notice before you apply.
