Yonsei Korean Language Institute

Starting from the Fall 2026 semester, the University Korean Program will only offer Level 3 and Level 4 courses.
Applicants for other levels are advised to apply for the Regular Program.
Based on the placement test results, students who are not placed in Level 3 or 4 may be assigned to the Regular Program(Afternoon).

The University Korean program is an intensive Korean language program for international students and overseas Koreans who are currently enrolled in a Korean university or preparing for admission to a Korean university or graduate school.
This program is designed to strengthen academic Korean proficiency and follows the same academic calendar as the Regular Program. Classes are offered only in the afternoon.

• Program Duration: 10 weeks per semester
• Class Hours: Total of 200 hours per semester
• Academic Terms: 4 semesters per year
• Class Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–5:50 PM

2026 Tuition & Fees

• Application Fee (Non-refundable): KRW 120,000
• Tuition Fee (Per Semester): KRW 2,020,000

⚠️ Important Notice

• All schedules and deadlines are based on Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9).
• Applicants residing overseas must check the time difference carefully and complete all procedures before the deadline.
• ※ The system will automatically close after the deadline, and late registration or payment will not be accepted.

• Eligibility and Application Procedure

  • Eligibility

    • Applicants must have graduated from high school or hold a higher academic qualification.
    • GED and homeschooling certificates are not accepted.
    • Applicants who are expected to graduate from high school are not eligible to apply.
    • Temporary graduation certificates are not accepted.
    • There is no age limit.

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    Application Procedure
    (※ Please strictly observe the application deadlines.)

    1. Submit Online Application

    • Online submission ONLY (phone or in-person submission not accepted)
    • Upload scanned copies of your passport and final academic certificate
    • Yonsei Korean Language Institute Academic System

    2. Pay the Application Fee

    • Application fee: KRW 120,000 (non-refundable)

    3. Submit Required Documents by Mail (For D-4 Visa Applicants)

    • D-4 visa applicants: Required documents must be submitted by mail.
    • Non-D-4 applicants: No additional mailed documents required.
      ※ Submitted documents will not be returned under any circumstances.
      ※ Admission screening will begin only after the online application, application fee payment, and submission of all required postal documents have been completed.
      ※ Applicants from mainland China are advised to refer to the Chinese-language website.

    4. Pay Tuition and Complete Registration

    • D-4 visa applicants: Registration for a minimum of 2 semesters is required.
      ※ Applicants from certain countries are required to register for 4 semesters.
    • Non-D-4 applicants: Registration is completed after tuition payment.

    5. Visa Document Issuance (For D-4 Visa Applicants Only)

    • The Certificate of Admission will be issued after tuition payment is confirmed.
    • Applicants must apply for a D-4 visa at the Korean embassy in their home country before entering Korea.

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    Admissions Contact by Region

    • English-speaking Regions(Americas, Europe, Africa, Oceania)
      ysklissp@yonsei.ac.kr
    • Asian Regions(Asia, Middle East, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan)
      yskli@yonsei.ac.kr
    • China(Mainland China)
      ysklicn@yonsei.ac.kr
    • Korea & Japan
      ysklijp@yonsei.ac.kr
• Academic Schedule

  • 2026 Academic Schedule (Korean Standard Time)

    Semester	Application Period (For New Students)	Tuition Payment Deadline	Placement Test (in-person)	Orientation (in-person)	Class Begins	Class Ends
    Spring	Dec. 12, 2025 ~ Jan. 16, 2026, 5:00PM	Jan. 23	Mar. 3, 09:30AM	Mar. 5, 3:00PM	Mar. 6	May. 18
    Summer	Mar. 9 ~ Apr. 17, 5:00PM	Apr. 24	Jun. 1, 09:30AM	Jun. 4, 3:00PM	Jun. 5	Aug. 14
    Fall	Jun. 8 ~ Jul. 16, 5:00PM	Jul. 24	Aug. 27, 09:30AM	Aug. 31, 3:00PM	Sep. 1	Nov. 13
    Winter	Sep. 7 ~ Oct. 17, 5:00PM	Oct. 23	Nov. 26, 09:30AM	Nov. 30, 3:00PM	Dec. 1	Feb. 12, 2027

    2027 Academic Schedule (Korean Standard Time)

    Semester	Application Period (For New Students)	Tuition Payment Deadline	Placement Test (in-person)	Orientation (in-person)	Class Begins	Class Ends
    Spring	Dec. 7, 2026 ~ Jan. 15, 2027, 5:00PM	Jan. 22	Mar. 2, 09:30AM	Mar. 4, 3:00PM	Mar.5	May. 18
    Summer	Mar. 8 ~ Apr. 16, 5:00PM	Apr. 23	May. 31, 09:30AM	Jun. 2, 3:00PM	Jun. 3	Aug. 13
    Fall	Jun. 7 ~ Jul. 16, 5:00PM	Jul. 23	Aug. 27, 09:30AM	Aug. 31, 3:00PM	Sep. 1	Nov. 17
    Winter	Sep. 6 ~ Oct. 15, 5:00PM	Oct. 22	Nov. 26, 09:30AM	Nov. 30, 3:00PM	Dec. 1	Feb. 14, 2028

    • Re-registration
      ※ Re-registration period will be announced separately in the academic system.
      ※ Students taking a break for only one semester must check the re-registration period in the academic system.
    • Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • The academic schedule is subject to change.
    • Important Information for D-4 Visa Applicants
      ※ D-4 visa applicants must submit their documents at least one week before the application deadline.
      ※ D-4 documents must arrive at the KLI office by the application deadline.
      ※ Students who wish to apply for the dormitory are advised to submit their documents by mail as early as possible.
      
      

    2026 Dormitory Application Schedule (Korean Standard Time)

    Schedule
    Semester	Application Period	Results Announcement	Deadline for Payment	Check-in	Check-out
    Fall	Jul. 7 (10:00AM) - Jul. 10	Jul. 14 (5:00PM)	Jul. 29	Aug. 26	Nov. 14

    Dormitory Application Information
    

    • Applicants who wish to apply for 2026 Fall dormitory housing MUST:
      • Ensure all postal documents arrive by June 26 (Fri), 2026
      • Complete tuition payment by July 3 (Fri), 2026
      ※ For international transfers via Flywire, please note that payment confirmation may take at least one week.
    • The dormitory capacity is limited to about 10% of all students each semester, and it usually fills up on the first day on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, most students use off-campus accommodations.
    • Dormitory applications can be made after a student ID number is issued. The student ID is issued after acceptance and full tuition payment, and you can log in to the application page one day after the ID is issued.
    • Submitting documents or paying tuition close to the application deadline may delay your student ID issuance, which could restrict your ability to apply for the dormitory. Applicants are responsible for managing their own schedules.
      
    • For more detailed information, please refer to the [Dormitory] tab at the bottom of the page.
• Documents for Non D-4 Visa Applicants
  • • Required Documents for Non D-4 visa applicants
      - Students who wish to attend only one semester should enter Korea with a K-ETA or preferably a C-3 (90-day) visa.
      - Applicants with Korean nationality or those holding other visa types that permit legal stay in Korea are not required to apply for a D-4 visa.
      - Document review starts after online submission and payment confirmation. D-4 visa applicants should check the visa guidance menu.
    1. Online application 
    2. Passport copy : Upload on application
    3. Photo : Upload on application
    4. Academic certificate : Upload on application
       - Must be a Diploma or Graduation Certificate
       - Certificates of enrollment, expected graduation, or temporary graduation are NOT accepted.
       - If not in English or Korean, a notarized translation is required.
    5. Application fee payment 
• Documents for D-4 Visa Applicants
  • • Enrollment Requirement: D-4 visa applicants must enroll in at least 2 semesters (4 semesters for certain countries).
    • Submission Deadline: D-4 visa documents must arrive at the KLI office by the deadline to be reviewed.
    • Document Review: The review process begins only after the documents arrive by mail. Please submit all required documents at least one week before the application deadline to allow sufficient time for review
    • Tracking: The KLI office does not notify applicants individually of document arrival. Use the tracking number from your delivery service to check.
    •  Important Notes for Document Submission
      • Submitted documents will NOT be returned under any circumstances.
        - If you have only one original diploma, make a copy and get an Apostille or notarization from the Korean embassy on the copied one.
      • If the document is not in Korean, English, Chinese, or Japanese, you must submit an Apostilled or notarized translation along with the original document.
      • Documents uploaded to the online application must be in JPG or PDF format.
      • Mainland Chinese Students: Refer to the Chinese website for specific requirements.
      • Students from Taiwan, Macau, and Hong Kong: Refer to the English website for instructions.
      • All notarized documents (with apostille or consular certification) must be submitted undamaged to be considered originals.

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    D-4 Visa Track

    1. Online Application : No need to print out

    2. Copy of Passport

    3. Photo : Upload on application

    4. Academic Certificate (Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy)

    - Documents must be issued within the last 6 months. 
    - Certificates of enrollment, expected graduation, or temporary graduation are NOT accepted.

    • Graduation Certificate / Diploma Requirements:
      1. High School Graduates: High School Diploma or Graduation Certificate
      2. Current University Students: High School Diploma or Graduation Certificate
      3. University Graduates: Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma/Graduation Certificate

    • Translation & Certification:
      - If the original is not in English or Korean, provide a translated copy. Both the original and translation must be Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy. Submit together.

    • Apostille / Korean Embassy Notarization Based on Country:
      - School in an Apostille Convention country → obtain an Apostille and submit it
      - School in a non-Convention country → obtain Korean Embassy Notarization and submit it

    • Graduation Outside Home Country:
      - If you graduated from a school in a country other than your home country, obtain either an Apostille or Korean Embassy Notarization from that country.

    5. Financial Document (over 10,000 USD)
    

    • Must be issued within 30 days of submission.
    • Must be over USD 10,000 in total balance under the applicant’s or parent’s name.
    • Financial documents under a spouse or sibling’s name are not accepted.
    • Certificates issued in local currency are acceptable, as long as the amount exceeds USD 10,000 at the time of document review.
    • Only original financial documents signed and stamped by the bank with contact details are accepted. Photocopies are not accepted.

    6. Family Relationship / Birth Certificate (Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy)
    

    • Required only if the financial document is in a parent’s name.
    • If not in English or Korean, provide a translated copy and have both original and translation Apostilled or Notarized. Submit together.

    7. Application Fee Payment

    8. Original Document Submission
    

    • Korean Language Institute (Room 201), Yonsei University, Yonsei-ro 50, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea (Zipcode: 03722)

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    D-4 Visa Track (for specific countries)

    • 21 Countries Notified by the Ministry of Justice
      Philippines, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Mongolia, Thailand, Pakistan, Sri-Lanka, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Iran, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Ghana, Egypt, Peru, China
    • The 5 Countries Strictly Monitored for Illegal Residency
      Guinea, Mali, Ethiopia, Uganda, Cameroon
    • Mandatory 4-semester(1-year) Registration Countries
      African countries, Ukraine, Nepal, East Timor, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, India, Kazakhstan, Cambodia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan, Philippines, Syria, Afghanistan, Yemen, Oman, Iraq, Iran, Palestine
      
      

    1. Online Application : No need to print out

    2. Copy of Passport

    3. Photo : Upload on application

    4. Academic Certificate (Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy)

    - Documents must be issued within the last 6 months. 
    - Certificates of enrollment, expected graduation, or temporary graduation are NOT accepted.

    • Graduation Certificate / Diploma Requirements:
      1. High School Graduates: High School Diploma or Graduation Certificate
      2. Current University Students: High School Diploma or Graduation Certificate
      3. University Graduates: Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma/Graduation Certificate

    • Translation & Certification:
      - If the original is not in English or Korean, provide a translated copy. Both the original and translation must be Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy. Submit together.

    • Apostille / Korean Embassy Notarization Based on Country:
      - School in an Apostille Convention country → obtain an Apostille and submit it
      - School in a non-Convention country → obtain Korean Embassy Notarization and submit it

    • Graduation Outside Home Country:
      - If you graduated from a school in a country other than your home country, obtain either an Apostille or Korean Embassy Notarization from that country.

    5. Transcript (Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy)
    

    • Translation & Certification:
      - If the original is not in English or Korean, provide a translated copy. Both the original and translation must be Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy. Submit together.

    • Apostille / Korean Embassy Notarization Based on Country:
      - School in an Apostille Convention country → obtain an Apostille and submit it
      - School in a non-Convention country → obtain Korean Embassy Notarization and submit it

    • Graduation Outside Home Country:
      - If you graduated from a school in a country other than your home country, obtain either an Apostille or Korean Embassy Notarization from that country.

     6. Financial Document (over 10,000 USD)
    

    • Must be issued within 30 days of submission.

    • Must be over USD 10,000 in total balance under the applicant’s or parent’s name.

    • Financial documents under a spouse or sibling’s name are not accepted.

    • Certificates issued in local currency are acceptable, as long as the amount exceeds USD 10,000 at the time of document review.

    • Only original financial documents signed and stamped by the bank with contact details are accepted. Photocopies are not accepted. 

    • ※ Vietnam: Certificate of Deposit for Study Abroad Expenses(유학경비예치증명서) (issued by a Korean bank located in Vietnam)
    • ※ Uzbekistan: Bank Balance Certificate issued by a Korean bank located in Uzbekistan (must prove that the balance has been maintained for at least 3 months)

    7. Family Relationship / Birth Certificate (Apostilled or Notarized by the Korean Embassy)

    • Required even if the financial document is in the student’s own name.
    • If not in English or Korean, provide a translated copy and have both original and translation Apostilled or Notarized. Submit together.

    8. Application Fee Payment

    9. Original Document Submission
    

    • Korean Language Institute (Room 201), Yonsei University, Yonsei-ro 50, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea (Zipcode: 03722)
• Application Fee & Tuition Payment Guide

  • • Application Fee (Non-refundable): 120,000 KRW

    • Tuition Fee (Per Semester): 2,020,000 KRW

    • Textbook fees are separate.
    • If tuition increases, the additional amount must be paid.
    • Remittance bank fees are the responsibility of the student, and any differences due to exchange rates must be covered by the student.
    • Payment methods:
      - Payment via Korean banks: Virtual account payment through Inicis (Pay in KRW)
      - Payment from overseas: Payment through Flywire (Pay in foreign currency)
      
    • Refund policy
      - Refunds are processed based on the submission date of the refund application form.
      - For requests involving overseas remittances, the amount refunded will exclude the remittance fee.
      

      Period	Class Days (50 Days)	Refund Amount(2026 academic year)	Refund %
      1/6	1 ~ 8	1,616,000 KRW	80%
      2/6	9 ~ 17	1,515,000 KRW	75%
      3/6	18 ~ 25	1,010,000 KRW	50%
      4/6	26 ~ 33	606,000 KRW	30%
      5/6	34 ~ 42	505,000 KRW	25%
      5/6~	43 ~ 50	Non-refundable	0%

• Academic Regulations

  • • Placement Test: Students will be assigned to an appropriate level and class based on their performance in the speaking and writing placement test. Each class accommodates about 13 students, and classes will not be conducted if there are fewer than five students. 
      ※ TOPIK scores are not considered for level assignment at KLI.

    • Attendance and Advancement:
      - Students must attend more than 80% of total class hours to advance to the next level.
      - Students who fail the same level twice will not be permitted to re-enroll in future courses at the Yonsei Korean Language Institute.
      - Failing Criteria: An average score below 70, an attendance rate below 80%, or receiving an F grade.

    • Credit Equivalency: The regular 10-week course totals 200 hours of instruction, generally equivalent to six academic credits by university standards. It is advisable to confirm credit equivalency with your home university, as regulations may vary.

    • Health Insurance:
      - Since the 2022 academic year, foreign students enrolled at Yonsei KLI are automatically covered by group insurance, so no separate insurance documents are required.
      - Students with D-4 visa will be enrolled in National Health Insurance after six months of residence, with costs borne by the student.

• Learning content and Textbooks

  • Level 1

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Level 1>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Life Level 1>
    • <Korean Writing for University Life Level 1>
    • <Korean Listening for University Life Level 1>
    • <Yonsei Korean Reading 1>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 100 hours of Korean for university life
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to express everyday and basic communication.
    • Can distinguish between Korean letters and words, and understand simple conversations related to university life.
    • Able to read Korean sentences and understand the contents of simple texts.
    • Able to complete sentences using basic grammar and write short compositions.

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    Level 2

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Level 2>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Life Level 2>
    • <Korean Writing for University Life Level 2>
    • <Korean Listening for University Life Level 2>
    • <Yonsei Korean Reading 2>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 100 hours of Korean for university life
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to speak appropriately in public places and solve various issues encountered in university life.
    • Able to listen to short conversations or stories and understand their purposes.
    • Able to write short prose on familiar topics such as university life.

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    Level 3

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Life Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Listening for University Life Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Lecture Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Listening for University Lecture Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Writing for University Lecture Intermediate Level 1>
    • <Korean Reading for University Lecture Intermediate Level 1>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 50 hours of Korean for university life, 50 hours of Korean for university lecture
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to perform speaking functions such as asking questions, explaining, and presenting opinions required in university classes.
    • Able to listen to conversations or stories on familiar subjects and read and understand complex contextual texts.
    • Able to write texts on familiar subjects in an appropriate formal style and create Korean documents on a computer.

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    Level 4

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Intermediate Level 2>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Lecture Intermediate Level 2>
    • <Korean Listening for University Lecture Intermediate Level 2>
    • <Korean Writing for University Lecture Intermediate Level 2>
    • <Korean Reading for University Lecture Intermediate Level 2>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 50 hours of Korean for university life, 50 hours of Korean for university lecture
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to express opinions logically about familiar social issues and participate in discussions.
    • Able to listen to relatively complex discourse and identify the main content and details of complex texts.
    • Able to logically write opinions on familiar social topics and use learning skills such as presentation training, reading strategies, and logical writing.

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    Level 5

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Advanced>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Listening for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Writing for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Reading for University Lecture Advanced>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 100 hours of Korean for university lecture
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to discuss and present cultured content and professional topics, including claims and debates.
    • Able to listen to lectures in liberal arts fields and read and understand related texts.
    • Able to write texts on social and abstract topics and create simple reports using logical writing methods.

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    Level 6

    Textbooks:

    • <Yonsei University Korean Vocabulary and Grammar Advanced>
    • <Korean Speaking for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Listening for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Writing for University Lecture Advanced>
    • <Korean Reading for University Lecture Advanced>

    Course Structure: 100 hours of vocabulary and grammar, 100 hours of Korean for university lecture
    Learning Objectives:

    • Able to discuss and present specialized content and academic topics.
    • Able to listen to lectures in specialized fields and read and understand related texts.
    • Able to write reports on topics of interest using academic writing methods.
• Syllabus

  • No.	Title	Download
    1	The University Korean Program Beginner 1	Download
    2	The University Korean Program Beginner 2	Download
    3	The University Korean Program Intermediate 1	Download
    4	The University Korean Program Intermediate 2	Download
    5	The University Korean Program Advanced 1	Download
    6	The University Korean Program Advanced 2	Download

    
    
• Dormitory

  • ■ Available Dormitories

    • SK Global House: Offers both single and double rooms.
    • International House: Exclusively for women, offering only double rooms.
    • Both dormitories are located within a five-minute walk from the Korean Language Institute.

    ■ Dormitory Application Notice

    • Dormitory applications are available only after your student ID is issued.

    • Student IDs are issued after admission confirmation and tuition payment completion, and you can log in to the dormitory application page starting the next day.

    • Document review takes at least 1–2 weeks, and overseas tuition payment may require additional time for confirmation.

    • Therefore, submitting documents or tuition payment right before the application deadline may result in a delay in student ID issuance, which can limit dormitory application. Applicants are responsible for managing their submission and payment schedule.

    • Students wishing to apply for dormitory are strongly advised to submit documents as early as possible.

    ■ Accommodation Details

    • Dormitory accommodation is available for a maximum of two semesters (six months) and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to students who apply by the deadline.
    • The dormitory fee covers one semester and aligns with the duration of the Korean Language Institute's courses. Meal costs are not included.
    • Smoking and drinking are strictly prohibited in the dormitory. Violations of dormitory regulations may result in eviction, and in such cases, the dormitory fee will not be refunded.
    • For any inquiries regarding the dormitory, please contact the dormitory office directly.

    
    2026 Dormitory Application Schedule (Korean Standard Time)

    Schedule						SK Global House		International house (I-house)
    Semester	Application Period	Results Announcement	Deadline for Payment	Check-in	Check-out	Single Room	Double Room	Double Room
    Spring	Jan. 6 (10:00AM) – Jan. 9, 2026	Jan. 13(5:00PM)	Jan. 28	Mar. 2	May 21	2,320,000KRW	1,680,000KRW	1,440,000KRW
    Summer	Apr. 7 (10:00AM) - Apr. 10	Apr. 14(5:00PM)	Apr. 29	May 30	Aug. 18
    Fall	Jul. 7 (10:00AM) - Jul. 10	Jul. 14(5:00PM)	Jul. 29	Aug. 26	Nov. 14
    Winter	Oct. 6 (10:00AM) - Oct. 9	Oct. 13(5:00PM)	Oct. 28	Nov. 25	Feb. 13, 2027

    Dormitory Contact Info.

    	SK Global House		International house(I-house)
    	Single Room	Double Room	Double Room
    Bathroom/Shower	Individual facilities in each room		Common facilities on each floor
    Contact	82-2-2123-7481		82-2-2123-4616
    E-mail	skghouse@yonsei.ac.kr		ihouse@yonsei.ac.kr

    • Dormitory Application Instructions
      • Access Yonsei University Portal: http://portal.yonsei.ac.kr
      • Log In:
        -ID: KLI student number (e.g., 202486****)
        -Password: Date of birth (YYMMDD)
      • Click on the 'Academic Information System' and select [기숙사(신촌)] tab.(Only PC or Tablet PC is available)
      • Fill Out the Application: Enter required information such as personal details and guardian's contact information, and choose the dormitory type.
      • Check Acceptance: On the acceptance announcement date, log in to the Yonsei portal, click on the dormitory tab, and check the admission information.
      • Confirm Registration: Transfer the dormitory fee within the registration period
      • Check-In: Submit a copy of your passport and a tuberculosis test result (taken within the last two months).
• Comparison Chart of The University Korean Program Levels with TOPIK, ACTFL, and CEFR Standards

  • Comparison Chart of The University Korean Program Levels with TOPIK, ACTFL, and CEFR Standards

    The University Korean Program	TOPIK	ACTFL	CEFR
    Level 1	Level 1	Novice High	A1
    		Novice Mid	Below A1
    		Novice Low	Below A1
    Level 2	Level 2	Intermediate Low	A2
    Level 3	Level 2 / Level 3	Intermediate Mid	B1
    	Level 3 / Level 4	Intermediate High	B1
    Level 4	Level 4	Advanced Low	B2
    Level 5	Level 5	Advanced High	C1
    		Advanced Mid	C1
    Level 6	Level 6	Superior	C2

    ※ TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean)  / ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) / CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

    ※ Our institute systematically evaluates learners' Korean proficiency by aligning it with international language standards.

    ※ Reference:

    • The levels above represent the approximate correspondence between each level of The University Korean Program and external standards. Actual test scores are not guaranteed.
    • Please check the respective application fees and schedules for official Korean proficiency tests separately.
• Off-Campus Housing

  • Episode Sinchon Campus

    • Yonsei KLI offers off-campus housing at Episode Sinchon Campusfor applicants of the Regular Program and The University Korean Language Program.
    • If you wish to apply for housing at Episode Sinchon Campus, please complete your registration for one of the above programs first, and then apply through the website below.
    • ※ As rooms are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, early application is highly recommended.

    Category	Details		Notes
    Location	4-minute walk from Sinchon Station (Line 2)
    Application Site	https://www.epsd.co.kr/en/epcampus_yonsei
    Room Type	Private single room in a shared unit for 5 people		2 shared bathrooms per unit
    Housing Fee	KRW 1,450,000 per month		2025 Winter semester’s fee
    Additional Fees	Maintenance fee and move-out cleaning fee charged separately
    Inquiries	epsales@epsd.co.kr

• Advanced Korean Program
  • • The Advanced Korean program is based on advanced learning and explores various topics in depth, including current affairs, news, and literary readings. In particular, it offers a structured curriculum to enhance advanced Korean expressions and speaking skills applicable to real-life and professional fields. Additionally, it provides a unique learning experience through special lectures by experts in various fields and cultural experience programs.
    • Eligibility: Applicants must have completed Level 6 or higher in the Regular Program or The University Korean Program, or Level 8 or higher in the Online Global Korean Program at Yonsei KLI. 
      (Enrollment in the second semester is not permitted unless the first semester has been successfully completed)
    • ※ Only current students of the Yonsei Korean Language Institute are eligible to apply; therefore, document submission is not required.
    • Duration: The program can be taken for a maximum of 2 consecutive semesters (no more than 2 semesters).
    • Course Structure: The Advanced Korean Program is a 10-week semester, totaling 100 hours per semester.
    • Schedule: Monday to Thursday (4 days a week)
    • Monday, Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:50 PM / Special lectures, News, Literature, Drama classes are conducted.
    • Tuesday, Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:50 AM / Classes and Project-based activities are conducted.
    • 2026 Tuition Fee (per semester): 960,000KRW
    • Capacity: 50 Students(First-come)
    • Contact Information: yskliko@yonsei.ac.kr

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    2026 Application Schedule (Korean Standard time, Subject to change)

    Semester	Application Period (-17:00)	Tuition Deadline (-17:00)
    Summer&Fall	Mar.11, 2026 ~ March. 27,2026	Mar.27, 2026 17:00

    2026 Academic Schedule (Korean Standard time, Subject to change)

    Semester	Start Date	End Date
    Summer	Jun.2	Aug.13
    Fall	Sep.1	Nov.11

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    • Tuition Fee (per semester): 960,000KRW
      - If tuition increases, the difference must be paid.
      - Any bank fees incurred during remittance are the student’s responsibility, and any additional amount due to exchange rates must be paid as well.

    • Payment methods
      - Payment via Korean banks: Virtual account payment through Inicis (Pay in KRW)
      - Payment from overseas: Payment through Flywire (Pay in foreign currency)

    • Refund Policy
      - Refunds are processed based on the submission date of the refund application form.
      - For requests involving overseas remittances, the refunded amount will exclude the remittance fee.

    Classification	Day of Class	Refund Amount(2026)	Refund Percentage
    1/6	Day 1~7	768,000 KRW	80%
    2/6	Day 8~13	720,000 KRW	75%
    3/6	Day 14~20	480,000 KRW	50%
    4/6	Day 21~27	288,000 KRW	30%
    5/6	Day 28~33	240,000 KRW	25%
    5/6 ~	Day 34~40	No Refund

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    • The Advanced Korean Program can be taken for a maximum of 2 consecutive semesters (no more than 2 semesters).
    • There is no separate admission notification for the Advanced Korean Program. You must pay the tuition before the deadline.
    • You must complete the current course (Level 6 or higher) to apply. If you fail the current course, you must retake the same level.
    • Failure to meet the attendance or academic requirements for the first semester of the Advanced Korean Program will result in automatic cancellation of enrollment for the second semester, and any previously extended D-4 visa may be subject to cancellation.

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    • Textbooks
      • Yonsei Korean 8: 3-Week Intensive Course
      • Advanced Korean Grammar Practice for Foreign Learners
    • Week 1
      Topic: Men and Women
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 2
      Topic: Korean Families, Popular Culture
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 3
      Topic: Occupations and Aptitudes, The Reality of Division
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 4
      Topic: Holidays and Anniversaries, Modern People and City Life
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 5
      Topic: Education in Korea, Individual and Society
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 6
      Topic: Tradition and Cultural Heritage, Advances in Science
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 7
      Topic: Advances in Science, Leisure Activities of Koreans
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 8
      Topic: Business and Society, People Who Achieved Their Dreams
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation
    • Week 9
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, exam
    • Week 10
      Topic: People Who Achieved Their Dreams, Environment and Life
      Activities: Reading, grammar and vocabulary review, listening to news, presenting newspaper articles, topic presentation