Language courses
in South Korea
Here, you will make new friends and find inspiration to make your dreams come true. Immerse yourself in Korean culture and level up your language skills!
Language courses in South Korea are not only about learning — it’s also an unforgettable experience
list of documents for application
conditions and application requirements
general rules of courses
About language courses
Almost every university has Korean language institutes (한국어학당), which offer long-term programs for foreigners, providing them with a student visa
These programs are a chance to learn the language by immersing oneself in the language environment and culture, and share this experience with other students from around the world
If you’re dreaming of getting an education in South Korea, we offer an opportunity to study at a Korean university as a language course student
Institutes
한국어학당
한국어학당
What you can gain with
After successful completion of 4 levels of study, you can enroll in undergraduate programs (conditions must be verified at the selected university)
language courses in South Korea
If you have a TOPIK certificate Level 3 or higher, you can apply for a university grant
After completing 6 levels, you can enroll in the Korean language teacher training program (2 semesters of 14 weeks), and upon completion of this course you can become a certified teacher
How do courses differ
in different universities?
Types of programs
Regular courses at some major universities are divided into:
General
Academic (to prepare for applying to a university)
Learning objectives
At some universities, the goal is to improve communication skills, so classes focus on speaking and listening.
Other universities place a lot of emphasis on reading and writing.
Other universities place a lot of emphasis on reading and writing.
Benefits upon admission
Many universities provide students who have successfully completed courses with benefits upon admission to the same university.
Conditions of enrollment
There are universities that request documents verifying your activity if more than a year has passed since graduation.
differences
For example, our SSU students who have completed Level 4 of language courses receive a 40% discount on tuition fees upon admission.
Most universities require original documents for registration — but there are some that do not have this requirement.
General rules of courses
You can start your studies in any of the four semesters a year — they begin in September, December, March and June
After completion of each semester (level), students receive a university certificate of the course completion
The full program of regular courses consists of six levels
One semester of study lasts 3 months: 10 academic weeks and 2 weeks of holidays
Classes are held five times a week from 9:00 to 11:50 or from 14:00 to 17:50
In one semester, one level of Korean is completed — this equals 200 hours of classes
Cultural events take place once or twice per semester: for example, workshops or trips (the cost is included in the tuition fee)
Conditions and requirements
A certificate of complete secondary education or a diploma of secondary vocational/higher education
for admission
No visa violations
You can apply without knowing the language. Applicants who have previously studied Korean must take a level test — according to its results, they will be placed in the appropriate group
Attendance: at least 160 hours out of a total of 200 hours (80%)
Academic performance: average score of at least 70%
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Academic performance: average score of at least 70%
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Language course students receive a D-4-1 visa. The visa is issued for 6 months with the possibility of extension in Korea without leaving for up to two years.
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- Copy of international passport
- Photo 3,5x4,5
- Copy of certificate or diploma with attachment
- Bank statement proving the availability of at least $8,000 or $10,000 in the account (the amount depends on the university requirements)
- Completed application form
- Autobiography
- Study plan
One can remain at the same level up to two times — otherwise the visa will be canceled, and the student will be expelled.
There are two exams per semester: midterm and final. If a student scores a sufficient number of points in each exam, they are assigned to the next level. If the number of points is insufficient, the student remains at the same level and goes through the learning material once more.
There are two exams per semester: midterm and final. If a student scores a sufficient number of points in each exam, they are assigned to the next level. If the number of points is insufficient, the student remains at the same level and goes through the learning material once more.
To obtain a study visa, registration and payment for two semesters (6 months) are required. Some universities require citizens of certain countries to pay for 4 semesters.
Korean
at partner universities
We’ll help you choose the appropriate study option and provide complete free support for applying to Korean language courses at partner universities
language courses
list of universities
Kyungbok
University
Has been our partner since the creation of language courses in 2018
Has a large convenient campus in Namyangju and a branch in the center of Seoul
Leader in graduate employment rates among Korean universities
Ranks 1st in reputation assessment of universities with two-to-four-year programs
The first university to create a startup center collaborating with industrial companies
Is included in the list of accredited universities of South Korea
1st university
Student enrollment
Takes place eight times a year (4 semesters have 2 intakes)
경복대학교
Class schedule
Namyangju:
from 9:00 to 13:00
from 13:00 to 17:00 (1st level students)
from 9:00 to 13:00
from 13:00 to 17:00 (1st level students)
Seoul branch:
from 9:00 to 13:00
from 9:00 to 13:00
Scholarships
and discounts
01
Upon admission to a Bachelor's degree, graduates of Korean language courses are exempt from the entrance fee and receive a discount of 30% on tuition fees depending on the TOPIK level
Prices
Tuition fees
02
Registration fee
Textbooks
Dormitory Namyangju campus (4 weeks)
1,200,000 won/semester — Namyangju Campus
1,300,000 won/semester — central building in Seoul
1,300,000 won/semester — central building in Seoul
50,000 won
76,000 won/semester
180,000 won — triple rooms
240,000 won — double rooms
240,000 won — double rooms
Soongsil
University
Renowned private university located in Seoul
Ranked among the TOP-20 universities in South Korea
Has the highest ratings in the field of Computer Science
Other strong areas are Information Technology, Economics, and Business
Has a convenient campus near a metro station
2nd university
Student enrollment and class schedule
Student enrollment is held 4 times a year
Levels 1-2 study from 13:30 to 17:30
Levels 3-6 — from 9:00 to 13:00
Levels 1-2 study from 13:30 to 17:30
Levels 3-6 — from 9:00 to 13:00
숭실대학교
SSU
Scholarships
Scholarship for academic excellence within the study group — determined individually
and discounts
For holders of TOPIK certificates, discounts from 30% are provided — depending on the level
01
Scholarship for students who have completed Level 4 of Korean at the university — 40% discount on the first semester when applying for a bachelor's/master's degree
Scholarship for academic excellence within the student cohort — 30% discount when paying for the next semester
Graduates of more than two semesters are exempt from paying the entrance fee
Prices
Tuition fee
Registration fee
Textbooks
Dormitory (12 weeks)
1,540,000 won/semester
60,000 won
60,000 won
1,065,000 won — double rooms
533,000 won — triple rooms
429,000 won — quadruple rooms
533,000 won — triple rooms
429,000 won — quadruple rooms
02
Sejong
University
One of the most famous and prestigious universities in South Korea, is included in the TOP-10 universities of the country
Founded in 1940
Has a beautiful and convenient campus in the center of Seoul near the Grand Children's Park metro station
Is among 50 best universities in the world in the field of Hospitality and Tourism Management: 43rd place in the QS World University Rankings 2024, 1st place among Korean universities in this field
Known for its large selection of English-taught programs and strong faculty
3rd university
세종대학교
Student enrollment and class schedule
Student enrollment is held four times a year
Classes are held from 9:00 to 13:00
Classes are held from 9:00 to 13:00
Schedule may vary based on the language proficiency level
Ranked 79th best university in Asia
Scholarships
100% discount on the first semester for graduates of at least two semesters of Korean language courses who have a recommendation from the center’s management
and discounts
30% discount or higher for holders of a TOPIK certificate — depending on language proficiency level
01
20%-100% discounts for holders of certificates in English language proficiency — depending on proficiency level
Scholarships for language course students — depending on academic performance
Prices
Tuition fee
Registration fee
Dormitory (10 weeks)
1,650,000 won/semester
100,000 won
600,000 won - quadruple rooms
02
Seoul
University
Women’s
Private women's university with a large and convenient campus
Famous for its international programs
Has partnerships with many universities around the world
Is an accredited university and official TOPIK implementation institution registered with the Ministry of Education
Has a Pre-major program, which makes it possible to choose a major only towards the end of the course
Also has a SWU-friend program, including tutoring from senior students
Organizes free Korean language courses for undergraduate students and gaining credits
Provides scholarships and the biggest discounts for international students among universities in Seoul