Program Introduction

Korean Language Program

2026 Guide for International students

Program Introduction

The Division of Language Education at Kangwon National University offers a Korean Language Learning Program for non-native speakers. This program is specifically for foreigners who wish to apply to undergraduate or graduate universities in Korea. It is combined with a course study of the introductory textbooks and a practical program of various cultural experiences, which is desirable for both international students to adjust to the Korean lifestyle and overseas Koreans to better understand of Korean culture along with learning Standard Korean. Our program is offered year-round, so you may begin your studies when it is most convenient for you. The classes are divided into five levels, and all new students will take a placement test to study in a suitable class.

Course Description

Course Description by Level — Objectives and Contents for Levels 1 to 6
Levels	Objectives and Contents
Basic 1 (Level 1)	Introducing basic Korean vowels and consonants. Practice listening and speaking skills to command simple sentences, and to write basic words using accurate grammar. Basic daily-basis conversation: self-introduction, greetings, etc. Understanding basic Korean culture: food culture, Korean manners, etc.
Basic 2 (Level 2)	Learn new words and expressions, and expand your command of daily life conversation through learning simple rules of syntax and grammar. Be more comfortable using Korean in daily life, and be able to command proper frequently-used expressions in both personal and public places.
Middle 1 (Level 3)	Learn more complicated grammar deploying particles and so on; train various expressions in speaking and writing sentences. Learn idiomatic expressions that are frequently used in daily life or in specific situations.
Middle 2 (Level 4)	Read texts depicting various situations, then speak and write your opinions in proper grammar and syntax. Train to properly manage the situations by learning to express the situations in schools and at workplaces.
Advanced 1 (Level 5)	Learn and use high level of grammar to express opinions and to describe complex situations in detail. Learn more difficult texts from various genres, and be able to write in different styles. Improve communication ability for professional fields.
Advanced 2 (Level 6)	By engaging in discussions on general topics such as politics, economy, society, culture, and so on, you will learn to express your opinions and persuade others through speaking and writing. Additionally, by practicing the writing of specialized texts such as lecture notes, academic reports, business reports, and so on, you will enhance your grammar and syntax accuracy. Furthermore, by exploring Korean culture at a deeper level, you will better understand Korean society in general and the relationship between culture and the language. Learn professional knowledge for college-level education. Can express matters related to own study or business using specialized terms. Learn how to discuss on given topics, and be able to command logical expressions to persuade other people.

Maximum Class Size

The maximum class size is 20.

Courses can be canceled if the class size fails to meet our minimum class size requirement.

Attendance and Level Promotion

Students will receive a certificate upon successful completion of each level. To advance to the next level, students must attend at least 80% of all classes and achieve an overall average score of 70 or higher.

Tuition Fee

Tuition Fee — Application Fee, Tuition Fee, Insurance Fee and Remarks
Application Fee	Tuition Fee	Insurance Fee	Remarks
70,000 KRW	1,400,000KRW / semester	62,000KRW / 6months	A minimum two-semester enrollment is required for D-4 visa issuance

Application fee is not refundable

Insurance premiums are subject to change

International students will automatically subscribe to the National Health Insurance 6 months after their date of entrance into Korea

Field Study

We have various cultural experiences every semester. Participate in local festivals or visit places where you can understand Korea to understand Korean culture. In addition, classes are held in classrooms, Hanbok classes, and traditional classes.

Student experience

Cultural experience

2026 Academic Calendar

2026 Academic Calendar — Semester, Course Duration, Placement Test and Application and Payment Deadlines
Semester	Course Duration	Placement Test (Orientation)	Application and Payment Deadline (Need D-4 visa issuing)	Application and Payment Deadline (No need D-4 visa issuing)
2026. Spring	Mar.09. ~ May.15.	March.3.	Jan.16.	Jan.30.
2026. Summer	Jun.08. ~ Aug.14.	May.28.	April.17.	May.01.
2026. Fall	Sep.07. ~ Nov.18.	Aug.27.	July.17.	July.31.
2026. Winter	Dec.07. ~ 27.Feb.17.	Nov.26.	Oct.16.	Oct.30.

The application period may end early

2027 Academic Calendar

2027 Academic Calendar — Semester, Course Duration, Placement Test and Application and Payment Deadlines
Semester	Course Duration	Placement Test (Orientation)	Application and Payment Deadline (Need D-4 visa issuing)	Application and Payment Deadline (No need D-4 visa issuing)
2027. Spring	Mar.08. ~ May.14.	March.2.	Jan.15.	Jan.29.
2027. Summer	Jun.07. ~ Aug.13.	May.27.	April.16.	April.30.
2027. Fall	Sep.06. ~ Nov.19.	Aug.26.	July.16.	July.30.
2027. Winter	Dec.06. ~ 28.Feb.16.	Nov.25.	Oct.15.	Oct.29.

The application period may end early