Navigating student life as a foreigner can be challenging, but at Utah Asia Campus (UAC) in Songdo, Incheon, international students have a wealth of resources to help them succeed and feel at home. From administrative support to dynamic student clubs, UAC provides an environment that fosters growth both in and outside the classroom.

Essential Services: Your Campus Support System

For new international students, the first hurdle often involves visa paperwork and settling into life in Korea. UAC’s Visa Specialist is a vital resource for streamlining the immigration process. Whether you’re renewing your visa or applying for an Alien Registration Card (RC card), the Visa Specialist is your go-to expert, ensuring your paperwork is in order so you can focus on your studies. UAC's Visa Specialist goes as far as to provide a group trip to Incheon Immigration Office to assist students in applying for their resident cards.

Another key player in student success is the Career and Internship Development Center (CIDC). Whether you're seeking internships, preparing for interviews, or updating your résumé, this center offers personalized guidance to help you jumpstart your professional journey. The center's services are particularly useful for students wanting to gain work experience in Korea or abroad. For many, this support opens doors to opportunities that might have otherwise been difficult to access. This writer actually found out about the K-Campus University Ambassador program via UAC's CIDC office!

Additionally, the International Student Coordinator within the Student Life and Involvement Center (SLIC) is always available to assist international students with thier transition to UAC and life in Songdo. From understanding finding your way around Songdo to information on the National Health Insurance to coping with culture shock, they’re there to make your transition to Korean student life as smooth as possible. They also assist the students with their transition to the Salt Lake City main campus when it is time for them to fulfill that requirement.

Banking and Discounts: Making Life Easier

Managing finances in a foreign country can be tricky, but UAC makes this simple by brining a KEB Hana Bank representitive to the campus to sign students up for their bank account. After receiving your RC card with help from the Visa Specialist, students can set up a Korean bank account with ease. Hana Bank’s presence at Honestar, near Incheon Global Campus, eliminates the hassle of navigating financial institutions, making the adjustment to everyday international student life a little less stressful.