SeoulQuest

SeoulQuest is a six-week academic residency in Seoul for high school students seeking a rigorous pre-college experience. Korean Language: Students earn an official 6-credit transcript at Ewha University via an intensive 120-hour Korean course. This college-level curriculum condenses two years of high school study into six weeks, signaling university readiness to officers. Korean History: Beyond the classroom, SeoulQuest follows a Chronological Curriculum that brings history to life in the order it unfolded. Students discuss Confucian politics with professors while exploring Joseon palaces, interview North Korean defectors at the DMZ, and reflect on the path to democracy in Gwangju. The journey culminates in the present day, celebrating the Korean Wave at vibrant K-pop concerts, a Han River cruise, and a film set tour. Capstone Project: To distinguish their portfolio, students spend Fridays on an Individualized Capstone Project. These 1:1 or 2:1 mentored tracks range from PhD-led research to professional-grade pursuits in fashion, journalism, or architecture. The program culminates in a Graduation Showcase and a portfolio piece that can be easily added to future university applications.