1. Upon Returning to Korea (Quarantine Regulations) - Mandatory Health Screening: If you are returning from Africa or Ebola-affected regions and experience symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle pain, diarrhea, or bleeding, you must report it to the quarantine officer at the airport. - Post-entry Symptoms: If any symptoms develop within the incubation period (up to 21 days) after entering Korea, do not visit a local clinic directly. Immediately call the KDCA hotline (1339) for guidance. - On-time Return: Please check your visa status and return in time for the upcoming semester.

Date: 22–23 May 2026

Venue: Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, Dandelion Community School

The AIGS Spring Field Trip 2026 was a wonderful opportunity for students to learn, experience, and build meaningful connections together.

During the trip, students had the chance to experience:

• Korean traditional village culture and medicinal herbal food
• Agri-based education and farming activities
• Fellowship, fun, and new friendships with fellow students

Date: May 21st, 2026

Venue: ACTS Chapel

Today, we celebrate not only the retirement of Professor Han Young Lee, but also the countless lives he has touched through his wisdom, kindness, and dedication. 

Thank you, Professor, for your many years of faithful service, inspiring lectures, and unwavering encouragement. Your legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of your students, colleagues, and the ACTS community.

We sincerely wish you a joyful and blessed retirement filled with peace, happiness, and new adventures ahead.

Date: May 21st, 2026

Venue: ACTS Chapel

We celebrated not only the retirement of Professor Han Young Lee, but also the countless lives he has touched through his wisdom, kindness, and dedication. 

Thank you, Professor, for your many years of faithful service, inspiring lectures, and unwavering encouragement. Your legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of your students, colleagues, and the ACTS community.

We sincerely wish you a joyful and blessed retirement filled with peace, happiness, and new adventures ahead.

On May 21st, a retirement service for Professor Lee Han-young was held during the Thursday Chapel service. During the program, Professor Lee delivered a valuable message titled "The Essence of Theology." In his sermon, Professor Lee conveyed that "theology is not a 'discipline for understanding,' but a path that enables us to live in trust in God." Additionally, AIGS students performed a special song, student Diana gave a farewell address, and Rev. Lim Chae-young of West Holiness Church and Dr. Paul Changha Lim of the University of Florida offered congratulatory remarks. Rev. Lee Jang-ho, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, administered the benediction. Professor Lee was appointed as a Professor of Old Testament Studies at our university in September 2000 and taught Old Testament-related courses across the undergraduate, general, and theological schools, as well as the Institute for Advanced Studies (AIGS), for the past 26 years. He also made significant contributions to school administration and student guidance. In particular, he helped international students at the Institute of International Education (AIGS) adapt to the new environment in Korea, and supported students facing financial difficulties as well as psychological and mental challenges by providing personal sponsorship and close counseling so they could focus on their studies. Furthermore, through active external activities, he identified sponsors and provided financial support, significantly contributing to international students successfully completing their studies and returning to their home countries. Professor Lee Han-young’s dedication and passion, sparing no time or resources, serve as an inspiration to everyone.

• Th.M. students who have completed at least two semesters and earned a minimum of 15 credits

• One major subject

• 70 or higher out of 100

• May 4 (Monday) – May 8 (Friday), 2026 (until 12:00 PM)

1. Pay application fee: 30,000 KRW
   • (Submit the application form at the office first)
2. Log in to ACTS-in → Application Services → Preliminary Exam (P.E.) Application
3. Students majoring in OT, NT, or HT must select one section from the CE examples and apply

• May 29, 2026 (Friday), 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Subject to change; individual notifications will be provided)

• Ph.D. students: At least four semesters completed and 24 credits earned
• Th.M. + Ph.D. students: At least six semesters completed and 36 credits earned

• Four major subjects + one elective (total of five subjects)

• 70 or higher out of 100 for each subject (Any failed subject must be retaken)

• June 22 (Monday) – June 26 (Friday), 2026 (until 12:00 PM)

1. Pay application fee: 250,000 KRW (50,000 KRW per subject)
   • (Submit the application form at the office first)
2. Log in to ACTS-in → Application Services → Comprehensive Exam (C.E.) Application
3. Students selecting NT, OT, or HT as their elective must choose one section from the CE examples

• July 13 (Monday) – July 17 (Friday), 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Subject to change; individual notifications will be provided)

1. Preparation materials can be downloaded from:
   • AIGS Homepage → Current Students → AIGS Documents
2. Examples for both PE and CE are available at:
   • AIGS Homepage → Campus Life → Campus Activity → Academic Forms

• Internal Medicine
• Dentistry
• Oriental Medicine
• Pharmacy Services
• CPR & Heimlich Maneuver Training
• Haircuts

It is an SOS guide on sexual violence and sexual harassment for international students currently studying in Korea.

As this is an important guide to ensure a safe and secure study experience in Korea, we strongly encourage you to read it carefully.

File Download -(English) SOS Guide for International Students

File Download - (Korean)SOS Guide for International Students

• Working as a delivery rider (e.g., Baedal Minjok, Yogiyo, Coupang Eats, etc.)
• Working as a courier or parcel delivery worker
• Engaging in delivery-related work through agencies or platforms

• Using another person’s name (e.g., a Korean national’s identity) to work as a delivery rider is a serious criminal offense
• This constitutes both illegal employment and identity theft

• Up to 3 years of imprisonment or a fine of up to 30 million KRW
• Visa cancellation and deportation
• Possible restrictions on future entry into Korea

• Criminal penalties
• Significant fines