[2026 Fall] Pre-arrival Information for exchange students
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- Writer Office of International Affairs
- 작성일 2026-07-16
Dear Exchange students of 2026 Fall,
Warm greetings from the Office of International Affairs at Sookmyung Women's University.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all of you on being selected for the upcoming 2026 Fall semester at Sookmyung.
We truly appreciate your decision to participate in our exchange program, and we eagerly await your arrival on our campus.
Please find the attached file for detailed instructions and guidelines to assist you in your preparations for your exchange student life at SMWU. We have compiled this information to ensure that you have a smooth and enjoyable experience during your time with us, as previously shared through the pre-arrival mail.
Attachments:
1. Pre-arrival information
2. Accommodation Guideline and dates
3. How to find the English courses
The important dates and others are also found out as below.
2026 Fall courses will be confirmed around starting last week of Jul, 2026.
- [Course Registration]—Korea local time
Process
Date
Course registration
Aug. 6 (Thu) 09:00 ~ Aug. 10 (Mon) 17:00
(Not based on first come first served system,
You MUST check the result on date below)
Course Registration Result Check
Aug. 13 (Thu) 16:00 ~
Course Change
Aug. 19 (Wed) 09:00~17:00
Aug. 20 (Thu) 09:00~17:00
Course Change
after semester started
Sep. 1 (Tue) 08:00 ~ Sep. 7 (Mon) 17:00
Course change
: Only those whose courses have been closed or cancelled
Sep. 8 (Tue) 10:00~17:00
Course withdrawal
Sep. 22 (Tue) 10:00~ Sep. 28 (Mon) 24:00
* During the opening time and closing time, you may have trouble accessing the system, so kindly make sure to access at least an hour earlier.
[On-Campus Dormitory Registration]
Process
Date
Housing Registration
Jul. 7 (Tue) ~ 10 (Fri) 9:00~ 23:00
Housing Result Announcement
(Successful Candidate)
Jul. 15 (Wed) 9:00 ~ 23:00
Housing Check In
(Please prioritize Int’l housing
Notice)
Aug. 25 (Tue)-28 (Fri) 10:00-20:00
- Check-in period is subject to change depending on the assigned building.
- Students have to sign in agreement form when they check-in
- Students have to submit Chest X-ray(Tuberculosis) result report, measles MMR vaccine.
Payment date
Sep. 1 (Tue)-4 (Fri)
Housing Check-out
For Fall semester
Dec. 24 (Thu), 2026
*Detailed information can be found out from the Accommodation Guide
http://dorm.sookmyung.ac.kr/gboard/bbs/board.php?bo_table=international&wr_id=257 // inthouse@sm.ac.kr
[Others]
Process
Date
Orientation
Aug. 28 (Fri) 14:00 ~ 16:00
Class Starts
Sep. 1 (Tue)
Exam
Mid Term: Oct. 20 ~ 26 / Final: Dec. 8 ~ 21
Winter Break starts
Dec. 22 (Tue) ~
Farewell Party
TBA
Transcript Sent to your Home Univ.
(To your home univ. coordinator via email)
Around end of Jan., 2027
2. Flight information request
* Please type in your flight information (Date, Arrival Time, Flight No#)
http://e.sookmyung.ac.kr > Click Application for Global Exchange Program >
Log In > Flight Information > Type > Save > Submit
* If you have not yet submitted your flight information, please do so as soon as possible through the online application system.
Please note that the deadline for the SMWU student airport pick-up service was July 10, and the service is no longer available for students who submit their flight information
after the deadline.
3. Orientation for 2026 Fall exchange students
Please be sure to attend the orientation session since we are going to give you the information about student life at Sookmyung and course registration.
○ Date and Time: Aug. 28 (Fri) 14:00 ~ 16:00
○ Venue: Centennial Hall #201, Samsung Convention Center
* In any case the venue and time is changed, we will notice further
○ Program:
- Academic Information Session for Exchange Students
- Welcoming Session
- Campus Tour
Once again, we extend our warmest welcome to all of you.
We are excited to have you join our vibrant community at Sookmyung Women's University and look forward to creating lasting memories together.
Best regards,
Office of International Affairs