Korean Language school in SEOUL

Hongik University

A Cradle for Global Leaders Who Communicate Through Language and Understand Culture.

“Hongdae,” one of Korea’s most popular tourist destinations and cultural hubs, is a shortened name for the four-year comprehensive university, “Hongik University”. Visitors can experience the latest trends in Korean culture through busking on the streets of Hongdae.

Since 2002, Hongik University’s International Language Institute has welcomed learners from over 30 countries to this dynamic area. Learners of various nationalities come together to build global competence through high-quality language education and rich cultural experiences. With a systematic curriculum and a variety of programs, the language institute supports students in becoming leaders who can engage with the world.

Tuition rates start from

KRW 1,850,000

AUTUMN 2025 APPLICATION DEADLINE - JULY 9, 2025

*NOTE: The deadlines represent the time that all application documents must be completed with the tuition paid in full.

Hongik University

School Features

FREE SUPPLEMENTARY COURSES

Supporting effective improvement of Korean language skills through a TOPIK preparation class and customized free supplementary courses.

DEVELOPED OWN TEXTBOOKS

Developed own textbooks (Levels 1–6) and equipped with state-of-the-art learning facilities. Hongik uses a well-structured textbook that reflects the latest issues and is tailored to students’ learning levels. State-of-the-art classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards and self-directed study areas.

VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Comprehensive support services that cover all aspects of student life, including group applications for Korean residence cards and visa extensions, daily life counseling, and guidance on further education and employment.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT BUDDY PROGRAM

Opportunities to interact with Korean students through the international student buddy program. Through a one-on-one matching program with students from the main campus of Hongik University, students have valuable opportunities for natural interaction and firsthand experiences with Korean language and culture.

ENGLISH-SPEAKING STAFF AVAILABLE

The staff are professionals who will be able to assist you with any issues you may have during your studies.

Hongik University

Hongdae

‘Hongdae’ refers to the area surrounding Hongik University, and is one of Seoul’s most popular hotspots, where art, culture, fashion, food, and music come together. Each street is filled with a free-spirited and creative atmosphere, attracting both locals and international visitors with its unique small shops, cafes, galleries, street performances, and vibrant club scene.

The nearby Hongik Univ. Station, where Subway Line 2, the Gyeongui–Jungang Line, and the Airport Railroad converge, serves as a major transportation hub, offering easy access from anywhere in Seoul.

Especially popular among international students and tourists, the area is also one of the best places to experience K-culture up close, including K-pop, K-fashion, and K-food.

Hongik University (10 min)

Line 2

Hongik University

Our Courses

regular course

REGULAR COURSE

The regular course is a 10-week program per term, consisting of levels 1 (beginner) to 6 (advanced). Classes are held every Monday to Friday, for 4 hours every day. The first and second periods (2 hours) focus on grammar, writing and the third and fourth periods (2 hours) focus on reading and listening, using the grammar learned earlier.

Course length

Without a student visa: 3 months

With a student visa: 6 – 24 months

Available starts every year

  • March
  • June
  • September
  • December

Schedule (weekdays)

Morning Classes: 09:00 – 12:50

Afternoon Classes: 14:00 – 17:50

*Class times are chosen by the school based on Korean language proficiency

School intensity

Medium-High intensity means that this school’s pace is above average. This means you’ll have to do a bit more work to keep up with the pace of the course, but in the end, it means you’ll be learning and mastering the language faster.

Visa sponsorship

Students are offered visa sponsorship if they study 6 months or more.

3 months

KRW 1,850,000 in total

6 months

KRW 3,600,000 in total

9 months

KRW 5,350,000 in total

12 months

KRW 7,100,000 in total

18 months

KRW 10,600,000 in total

24 months

KRW 14,100,000 in total

Students have the flexibility to choose the duration of their study.

Costs

Total course costs

The total costs include the application fee (KRW 100,000) and the tuition. The application fee is not refundable.

  • Textbook: Around KRW 75,000 per term

COURSE DETAILS

Term breakdown

BEGINNER 1

  • For students who have not studied Korean before.
  • Mastering Korean vowels and consonants.
  • Learning the basic structure of short Korean sentences.
  • Learning basic conversation skills for simple communication.

BEGINNER 2

  • For students who have studied Korean vowels, consonants and basic sentence structure.
  • Learning various verb expressions in Korean and how to make compound sentences.
  • Learning practical conversation skills for daily life.

INTERMEDIATE 1

  • For students who are able to communicate in daily life with grammatically proper sentences.
  • Mastering causative and passive expressions and making sentences with quotations.
  • Learning how to use idioms and common phrases in daily life.
  • Students can have fluent communication in public and express their opinion about social issues.

INTERMEDIATE 2

  • For students who are able to express their opinions on individual interests and social issues
  • Learning various Korean expression and vocabularies related to Korean culture.
  • Students can participate in discussion about abstract subject and show their opinions.

ADVANCED 1

  • For students who are able to fluently speak sophisticated Korean and express their own ideas logically.
  • Students can state their opinions logically about specialized issues such as politics, economics, society, and culture.
  • Learning broad knowledge about Korea society and how to express their ideas about all circumstances of Korea.

ADVANCED 2

  • For students who are able to express their ideas and understand other’s ideas based on acquired knowledge from specialized fields.
  • Students can understand specialized university or public lectures and they can have a discussion as creating synthetic opinion.
  • Students can collect information from the Internet, newspaper and TV and they can write an essay or public paper with the information.
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