Course Introduction

Korean Language School

Course Introduction

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  • We welcome students from all cultures and backgrounds, whether you are a beginner or almost fluent in Korean. Sahmyook University offers Korean Language program for students who do not speck Korean as a first Language.
  • The program helps students improve their Korean through coursework, cultural trips, and many different activities. The program also teaches students about fitting into Korean culture and helps them adjust quickly and smoothly.
  • When students successfully complete the program, they will be ready to transition into regular university classes.

Yearly Academic Schedule (2026)

(Schedule can be changed due to unexpected circumstances.)
Session Start Date End Date HOURS
Spring 2026.03.09 2026.05.20 200 Hours (10 Weeks)
Summer 2026.06.05 2026.08.14
Fall 2026.09.07 2026.11.20
Winter 2026.12.07 2027.02.19

Class Hours

Morning Class Periods Class Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 09:00 ~ 09:50 Listening / Speaking / Writing / Grammer / Reading Comprehension
Total 200 Hours (10 Weeks)
2 10:00~10:50
3 11:00~11:50
4 12:00~12:50
Afternoon Class Periods Class Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 13:30 ~ 14:20 Listening / Speaking / Writing / Grammer / Reading Comprehension
Total 200 Hours (10 Weeks)
2 14:30 ~ 15:20
3 15:30 ~ 16:20
4 16:30 ~ 17:20

*For Level 1 and Level 2 classes, students may be assigned to the afternoon class depending on the number of students.

Class Levels

Level Language Skills
1 Beginner Able to generate sentences using 800-word basic vocabulary and beginner grammar.
2 Able to use 1,500~2,000 vocabulary to understand and express paragraphs involving private and friendly topics.
3 Intermediate Have no difficulty in language functions needed in living an everyday life.
4 Able to fluently understand and express social and abstract themes
5 Advanced Able to express language functions needed in research and work in fields of expertise to a certain extent.
6 Able to fluently and perfectly express language functions needed in research and work in fields of expertise.

Tuition

Semester Duration Tuition Fee Handling Fee (Non-refundable)
1 semester 3 months 1,500,000 KRW 100,000 KRW
2 semesters 6 months 3,000,000 KRW
3 semesters 9 months 4,500,000 KRW
4 semesters 12 months 6,000,000 KRW

*Textbooks worth KRW 75,000 are included each semester.

*30% discount for Seventh-day Adventist members (supporting documents required).

Bank Information

Name of Bank WOORI BANK, Sampung branch
Account Holder SAHMYOOK UNIVERSITY
Account Number 071-070696-13-138
SWIFT Code HVBKKRSEXXX

Academic scholarship

Classification Amount Conditions
1 125,000 KRW Attendance rate: 90% or higher
Grade: 85% or higher
Teacher recommendation required
2 100,000 KRW
3 80,000 KRW

Attendance scholarship

Amount Condition
50,000 KRW Attendance Rate: 100%

Dormitory Fees

Type 4-Person Room
(Zion Hall, Eden Hall)		 3-Person Room
(Zion Hall, Eden Hall)		 2-Person Room
(Zion Hall, Eden Hall)		 2-Person Room
(Salem Hall, Peniel Hall, New Start Hall)
16 weeks 782,000 KRW 934,000 KRW 1,151,000 KRW 1,378,000 KRW
  • 4-person and 3-person rooms may not be available, so prior confirmation is required.
  • Initial Admission Fee: 100,000 KRW / Student Council Fee: 10,000 KRW
  • Dormitory Cafeteria: 5,000 KRW per meal
  • Dormitory fees may vary during the summer vacation period (late June to late August) and the winter vacation period (late December to late February).

How to apply

Required Documents
  • Application Form
  • Self - Introduction / Study Plan
  • A Copy of Passport
  • Passport Size Photo
  • Health Certificate
  • School Diploma (Apostille or Korean Embassy Certified)
  • Academic Records (Apostille or Korean Embassy Certified)
  • Bank Balance Certificate (6 months $10,000 or more / 1 year : $20,000 or more)
  • Parent's Employment Certificate / Pay Stub (Required only if parents pay tuition)
  • Family Relation Certificate (Required only if parents pay tuition)
  • A letter of recommendation from a pastor of your church and a certificate of baptism (submitted only if you are an Adventist)
  • Identity guarantee letter and identity card of the identity guarantor (submitted only if identity guarantee is provided by a Korean residing in Korea)
  • Please scan all documents into a PDF file and send it via email.
  • E - Mail : korean@syu.ac.kr
  • Phone : +82-2-3399-3606 / 3602
Application Process
  • Submission of documents
  • Screening of documents
  • Announcement of document screening results
  • Issuance of invoice (when passing document screening)
  • Payment of tuition
  • Issuance of Certificate of Admission
  • Go to embassy and apply for visa
  • Inform us of your flight schedule
Contact
  • Here is the contact information for the Korean Language Program Office at Sahmyook University
  • Location: Daniel Hall, Room 108, Sahmyook University
  • Address: 815 Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul, 01795, South Korea
  • Tel. +82-2-3399-3606 Fax. +82-2-3399-3607