Sogang University Language Institute

Website www.klec.sogang.ac.kr

Why Choose Sogang KLEC?

• The Korean Language Program in Sogang has been regarded to be one of the best in Seoul, especially when it comes to speaking. Students are able to learn practical speaking skills in a short period of time as they are given many opportunities to practice.

Visa:

The institute does not process the visa for the students. 

Students who have registered for more than 2 semesters of the regular course at the Korean Language Education Center and have received acceptance can apply for a Korean language training visa (D-4-1) at the Korean embassy (consulate).
Regarding visas, please make sure to contact the Korean embassy (consulate) or the Immigration Office in your residence before registering.

Duration	Visa	Issue Supporting Documents
6 months or longer	D-4-1 Korean Language Training	Admission letter can be issued
1 Semester	C-3-1 Short-term General	Admission letter can NOT be issued
Visa-free Entry (90 days)		Admission letter can NOT be issued

Dormitory: 

• Dormitory can be available only for those who are registered for the summer special program, and is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Students enrolled in the regular course cannot be provided with the dormitory, and they need to find their accommodation individually.

Programs

• Regular Program
  • KGP200
  • KAP200
• Online Course
  • KOP60
• Evening Course
  • KGP60
• Summer Special
• Customized 

Application Process

Who can apply:

• People who want to learn Korean
• Should have a high school diploma or equivalent

Basic Required Documents:

• Application Form
• Colored photo 3.5 x 4.5 cm
• Copy of Passport (information page with photo)
• Diploma or Certificate of Graduation from the applicant's last school attended
  • The document must either be in English or Korean
• Copy of Resident Card (ARC) if applicable 

Additional Required Documents:

• Bank Statement: Minimum 10,000 usd balance; issued within 30 days
• Apostilled (or Notaried by the Korean Embassy) Certificate of Graduation
• Personal Guarantee form

Application Fee:

60,000 won (Non-refundable and only for new students)

 

Semester Schedule:

Semester	Course Duration	Aplication Period	Placement Test	Orientation
2023 Fall	September 7 ~ November 22	July 15 ~ 28, 2023	August 31	September 6
2023 Winter	December 5, 2023 ~ February 22, 2024	September 12~ October 27	November 28	December 4
2024 Spring	March 7 ~ May 23, 2024	December 12~ January 23	February 27	March 6
2024 Summer	June 5, August 22, 2024	March 14 ~ April 25	May 28	June 4

Tuition Fees:

	Tuition Fees	Schedule	Class time
Regular KGP200 20hrs/week, 200 hours	1,830,000 won	Mon-Fri (5days/week)	9:00 am ~ 1:00 pm
Regular KAP200 20hrs/week, 200 hours	1,770,000 won	Mon-Fri (5days/week)	1:30 pm ~ 5:30 pm
Online KOP60	700,000 won	Mon, Tue, Thur (3days/week)	6:50 pm ~ 8:40 pm
Evening KGP60	700,000 won	Mon, Tue, Thur  (3days/week)	6:50 pm~ 8:40 pm

Books and other learning materials are not included in these fees. The students must purchase the materials separately at the start of the class.