Information on the Credit Exchange Program with Sookmyung Women’s University (2026–1)

1. Submission Period

• By: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 4:00 PM

2. Submission Office

• Academic Affairs Services Team, The Catholic University of Korea
  (Room 104, Michael Hall)
  Hours: 09:00–16:00 (Lunch break 12:00–13:00)

3. Overview of the Credit Exchange Program with Sookmyung Women’s University

Eligibility

1. Undergraduate students currently enrolled at The Catholic University of Korea who have completed four or more semesters
   (Students expected to graduate or those who have completed eight or more semesters are not eligible).

2. Transfer students are eligible only if they have completed at least one semester at The Catholic University of Korea.

3. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher up to the previous semester.

Application Procedure

1. Trinity → Academic Information → Classes/Grades → Classes → Domestic Credit Exchange Application
   (Korea University / Sookmyung Women’s University / Yeungnam University / Sungkonghoe University)

2. After submitting the application, print the application form, obtain signatures from the Major Chair and Department Head, and submit the documents to the Academic Affairs Services Team
   (Application for Credit Recognition + Personal Information Consent Form).

Number of Participants

• Up to five (5) students

Study Period

1. Regular semesters: Up to two semesters during enrollment at The Catholic University of Korea

2. Seasonal semesters: No limitation

Courses and Scope

1. Students may take courses selected from all courses offered by both universities; however, only courses offered by the host university may be taken
   (Teaching certification courses and license-related courses must be taken at The Catholic University of Korea).

2. Courses identical to those already completed are not eligible (Please consult the relevant department regarding course equivalency).

3. Retaking courses previously completed at The Catholic University of Korea is allowed only at this university (retakes at the host university are not permitted).

Credit Limits

1. Regular semester: Up to 6 credits at Sookmyung Women’s University
   (Up to 19 total credits including both universities).

2. Students with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in the previous semester or those eligible for the credit carryover system may take additional credits at The Catholic University of Korea.

Grading and Credit Recognition

1. Courses completed at the host university will be recognized as equivalent courses at The Catholic University of Korea and recorded on the academic transcript after converting the grades to this university’s grading scale.

2. Credits will be recognized in the same number as those earned at the host university.

3. The total number of credits earned outside the university (domestic credit exchange, overseas exchange programs, overseas field training, etc.) may be recognized up to one-half of the credits required for graduation.

Course Registration and Changes

• Please refer to the Credit Exchange Program Guide of Sookmyung Women’s University.

Tuition Payment

• Tuition must be paid to The Catholic University of Korea
  (No tuition payment is required to Sookmyung Women’s University).

Use of Facilities

• Please refer to the Credit Exchange Program Guide of Sookmyung Women’s University.

4. Course Participation Schedule

5. Application Method and Important Notes

Application Method (Credit Exchange & Credit Recognition)

1. Refer to the attached guide for the Domestic Credit Exchange Application
   (Korea University / Sookmyung Women’s University / Yeungnam University / Sungkonghoe University).

2. Enter credit recognition information in Trinity (Uploading the host university’s syllabus is mandatory) → Print → Obtain the Department Head’s signature → Submit all documents to the Academic Affairs Services Team.

Important Notes

1. Ensure that there is no discrepancy between the actual course registration at Sookmyung Women’s University and the credit recognition application details.

2. Cancellation of credit exchange:

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   • Cancellation must be requested via the Trinity credit exchange application screen.

   • If course registration has been completed at the host university, both universities must be notified.

4. Delays in grade submission due to the host university’s academic schedule may result in disadvantages related to scholarships, dormitory selection, or graduation. Please exercise caution.

6. Additional Information

• Applications and document submissions must be completed by the deadline.
  Even if the application is submitted via Trinity, failure to submit the signed application form in person will result in automatic cancellation of the credit exchange application.

• Contact: Credit Exchange Officer, Academic Affairs Services Team
  Tel: 02-2164-4048 | Email: ti1017@catholic.ac.kr

January 15, 2026

Academic Affairs Services Team
Office of Academic Affairs