Xindi Tian
Korea University Study Statement
As a first-generation immigrant, I am grateful for the wonderful prospects that are given to me by this country. However, I have always dreamed of advancing through my college career with the opportunity to study abroad. The once in a lifetime experience one receives from studying abroad is incomparable to simply book a travel for a vacation. In order to truly appreciate a country, I want to experience it from the perspective of its own citizens by immersing myself in its culture and customs.
I was born in China and immigrated to the United States at the age of eleven. Ever since I moved to this country, I have always wanted to revisit the traditional Asian lifestyle I was once familiar with. South
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Education is not only highly valued in the South Korean culture, but it is also considered as a crucial component of socioeconomic success. The South Korean education system is rigorous yet effective; with more than 85% of high school graduates entering college upon graduation, many praise the education system adopted in South Korea. In order to broaden my knowledge in challenging ways, I hope to experience the South Korean approach to higher education from a personal perspective. As one of the three most prominent universities in South Korea, Korea University is the perfect place for me to undertake such goal. I plan on participating in an introductory Korean language course during my study at the university. Residing in a non-English speaking country independently will inevitably enhance my language learning capabilities. Moreover, being able to communicate in a variety of languages will lead to more career opportunities in the near future. Therefore, I wish to expand my academic background by enriching my knowledge in an unfamiliar environment where I can take on new challenges. I believe my future experience at the prestigious university will not simply be enlightening, but will also be truly life