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Courses are organized in consideration of learning ability in three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.
- Students are selected in consideration of Korean learning ability.
- 20~25 students
Applicants are expected to have the following qualifications before quarterly Korean language courses begin. However, eligibility for application will be determined by the Steering Committee of the Sungwook University International Language Institute.
| Category | Eligibility Requirements | Common Academic Requirements | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A foreign national who is a high school diploma graduate | A foreign student whose parents are both foreigners | A person who has graduated from high school in Korea or abroad | |
| A foreigner who has completed high school | A foreigner who has completed high school for more than 2 years | A person who has graduated from high school in Korea or abroad | |
| A foreigner who has completed primary and secondary education | A foreigner who has completed primary and secondary (middle & high school) education | A person who has completed 12 years or more of all primary and secondary (middle & high school) in a foreign country |
- A person who does not have Korean Nationality
- Regardless of the nationality of the parent(s) of an applicant who falls in the category of 「A foreigner who has completed high school」 and 「A foreigner who has completed primary and secondary education」
- A person with dual or multiple nationality/citizenship, or a stateless person is excluded from “foreigner” or “foreign national”. (However, at the time of application, even if an applicant with dual/multiple citizenship, you will be admitted to the programs on the condition if you intend to abandon your Korean nationality within the set time period to satisfy the eligibility for the special admission. The period of study will be counted from the date of acquisition of foreign nationality.)
- An exception is made when the total period of study of a person who has completed 12 years or more of all primary and secondary (middle & high school) education in tow or more countries is inevitably inadequate within one semester (six months) due to the difference in school systems in the school transfer or enrollment process in a third country.
| Category | Timeline and Deadlines | Remarks (Venue) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Quarter | Second Quarter | ||
| Document Submission | Early January Every Year (ALWAYS Accepted) |
Early April Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Document Review | Mid-January Every Year | Mid-April Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Application for Admission | Late January Every Year | Late April Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Application Review | Early February Every Year | Early May Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Announcement of Admission Decisions | Mid-February Every Year | Mid-May Every Year | Individual Notification of Acceptance |
| Application for the Recognition Certificate for Visa Issuance | Mid-February Every Year | Mid-May Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Final Acceptance Letter Issuance | Mid-February Every Year | Mid-May Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Successful Candidates Register | Until The End Of February Every Year | Late May Every Year | National branches and Administrative Support Offices of Daegu Bank and Kookmin Bank |
| Placement Test | February~Mid March Every Year
※ The Korean Language Proficiency Test will only be given to those who have been selected among successful applicants. Those who have been selected for the test will be notified at the announcement of admission decisions. |
May~Mid June Every Year
※ The Korean Language Proficiency Test will only be given to those who have been selected among successful applicants. Those who have been selected for the test will be notified at the announcement of admission decisions. |
International Language Institute |
| Enrollment | March Every Year | June Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Category | Timeline and Deadlines | Remarks (Venue) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third Quarter | Fourth Quarter | ||
| Document Submission | First Week of July Every Year (ALWAYS Accepted) |
First Week of October Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Document Review | Second Week of July Every Year | Second Week of October Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Application for Admission | Third Week of July Every Year | Third Week of October Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Application Review | First Week of August Every Year | First Week of November Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Announcement of Admission Decisions | Second Week of August Every Year | Second Week of November Every Year | Individual Notification of Acceptance |
| Application for the Recognition Certificate for Visa Issuance | Third Week of August Every Year | Third Week of November Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Final Acceptance Letter Issuance | Fourth Week of August Every Year | Fourth Week of November Every Year | International Language Institute |
| Successful Candidates Register | Fourth Week of August Every Year | Fourth Week of December Every Year | National branches andAdministrative Support Offices of Daegu Bank and Kookmin Bank |
| Placement Test | August~Mid September Every Year
※ The Korean Language Proficiency Test will only be given to those who have been selected among successful applicants. Those who have been selected for the test will be notified at the announcement of admission decisions. |
November~Mid December Every Year
※ The Korean Language Proficiency Test will only be given to those who have been selected among successful applicants. Those who have been selected for the test will be notified at the announcement of admission decisions. |
International Language Institute |
| Enrollment | First Week of September Every Year | First Week of December Every Year | International Language Institute |
※ The above timeline and deadlines are subject to change according to circumstances of the International Language Institute.
※ The International Language Institute always accept written application document for a language course.
| No. | Documents To Be Submitted | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The common application form (1) at International Language Institute (the prescribed form by the university) | One photo must be attached. Written in Korean or translation document |
| 2 | The applicant’s passport copy (1) | Only applicable to those who were requested to submit |
| 3 | A self-introduction (1) and study plan (1) (The prescribed form by the university) | Written in Korean or translation document |
| 4 | Agreement on the study abroad program and proof of financial support (tuition and living costs) (the prescribed form by the university) (1) | Written in Korean or translation document |
| 5 | A copy of Identity Document of the applicant and his/her parent(s) | |
| 6 | High school graduation certificate/diploma (provisional certificate) and high school transcripts/statement of all grades | Must submit original documents. |
| 7 | A copy of certificate issued to the student/parent(s) by a foreign government agency that is equivalent to the family register (the certified copy of resident registration) issued by the Korean government agency | |
| 8 | A copy of personal and/or parent(s)/legal guardian’s immigration entry/exit record or movement certificate | Only applicable to those who were requested to submit |
| 9 | A copy of the alien registration card issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Only applicable to foreign nationals residing in Korea |
| 10 | Korean language proficiency test or foreign language transcripts or Sungwook University’s Korean language course registration certificate | Only applicable to those who were requested to submit |
| 11 | A letter of recommendation | A letter of recommendation written by a high school principal |
| 12 | A copy of proof of financial ability (original and a copy of a certificate of deposit balance) | |
| 13 | A certificate of employment, an income certificate, a certificate of tax payment of the financial guarantor | |
| 14 | Three photos |
- A certificate of bank deposit balance (US$15,000 or more) of the financial guarantor (deposit of one year or longer) or a certificate of domestic transfer or exchange of US$10,000 or more
- A business registration certificate (if applicable) shall be attached to the employment certificate of the financial guarantor
※ Depending on the country of an applicant, the required documents listed above for new admission may change, and additional documents may be required if there is a document required for further confirmation.| No. | Documents To Be Submitted | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The common application form (1) at International Language Institute (the prescribed form by the university) | One photo must be attached.
Written in Korean or translation document |
| 2 | A copy of the document proving the final level of education (High school graduation certificate/diploma (provisional certificate) and high school transcripts/statement) | |
| 3 | Passport and Alien Registration Card | |
| 4 | An original copy of the transcript of records for the previous semester from the former school | |
| 5 | An original copy of the certificate of enrollment/registration or the certificate of completion | |
| 6 | Visa extension fee (KRW 60,000) | |
| 7 | The original copy of international student insurance or a copy of insurance card | Only applicable to those who were requested to submit |
| 8 | A residential house rental lease agreement | Only applicable to those who were requested to submit |
| 9 | Two photos | |
| 10 | Other costs (textbooks, etc.) |
※ Please send all documents by registered mail.
- If you submit proof of exam or test scores or awards acquired during high school, and guidance leaflets/information for your high school (School Profile, etc.), they will be taken into account in the document review stage.
- high school graduation exams on student achievement or transcripts of university entrance exams in your country
Ex) China's National College Entrance Examination (NCEE)
- If you submit your rank (percentage) class or school (if not listed on your transcripts), or other proof of the applicant's education level through other official evidence (such as Official Letters, etc.) from your high school the submission will be taken into account in the document review stage.
- Proof of Language Proficiency
Ex) TOPIK, KLAT, TEPS, TOEFL, TOEIC
- Guidance Leaflets/Information For Your High School (School Profile, etc.) : A school profile or other official data/information (from high schools or national education authorities) available at every high school you attended. Data/information on the current status of curriculum and advanced courses offered by your high school, the number of students enrolled, the students’ grade distribution in school, the average and distribution of the standard examination or test scores of students, the way to enter your school (selection/placement/option, etc.), college enrollment rate for high school students, and the status of enrollment.