Yonsei University
Korean Language Program
INTRODUCTION
SCHEDULE
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION AND ADMISSION
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
TUITION
PAYMENT METHODS
CLASS FORMATION
ATTENDANCE
CREDITS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
VISA
REFUND
The Regular Program is offered on a year-round basis, so you may choose to begin your studies
when it is most convenient for you. Throughout the program, students will learn cultural
information needed for the successful application of Korean. KLI classes are small and offer many
opportunities for interaction with the teacher and other students in class. Language learning is
promoted through a variety of classroom activities and projects. In addition, students use the
Language Lab to supplement class work and are also available for independent study.
▶ Number of Weeks: 10 weeks (per term)
▶ Hours of Instruction: 200 hours (4 hours/day * 5 days/week * 10 weeks)
▶ Class days: Monday to Friday
▶ Class Hours: 4 hours - Morning session (9:00 am to 1:00 pm) or Afternoon session (1:40 pm
to 5:30 pm)
* We do not set a common time for new students to enroll at the KLI for the Regular Program, so
you are welcome to begin at any time. The programs are fixed according to the levels, but you are
more than welcome to take whichever level and stop at whichever level by your discretion.
▷ The 6 Level Regular Course can be completed in one and a half years.
▷ The 8 Level Regular course can be completed in two years.
: The 8 Level Regular Course has been specifically designed for native English speakers. This
course focuses on listening comprehension and speaking ability. Basic grammar and vocabulary
will be thoroughly covered for those without any previous knowledge of Korean.
▷ Students in the program will have the opportunity to:
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Take core skills classes in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Broaden and improve your mastery of spoken and written Korean.
Choose elective classes according to the student’s interest at the intermediate and advanced
levels.
• EVALUATION •
1) 80% = Midterm 40% + Final 40% - (Speaking 25% / Listening 25% / Reading 25% / Writing
25%)
2) 20% = class participation, understanding, pronunciation, intonation, and so on
• CONTACT US •
☞ English Speaking Countries (Europe, North and South America, Africa, Oceania and the
Middle East)
.....: Yim, Bang Wool (Tel. 2123-8550, yskli@yonsei.ac.kr)
☞ Asia (All Asian countries): Kwon, Jae Gyung (Tel. 2123-8552, yskli2@yonsei.ac.kr)
☞ Chinese Nationalities (Including HK & Taiwanese): Kang, Eunah (Tel. 2123-3465,
eakang@yonsei.ac.kr)
☞ Japanese Nationalities (including Korean-Japanese): Lee, Mini (Tel. 2123-8551,
ysklijp@yonsei.ac.kr)
2011
Term
Application
Deadline
Placement
Test
Orientation
Begins
Ends
Spring
Mar. 11
Mar. 30
Apr. 1
Apr. 4
Jun.15
Summer
May. 27
Jun. 20
Jun. 22
Jun. 23
Sep. 2
Fall
Aug.26
Sep. 26
Sep. 28
Sep. 29
Dec. 8
Winter
Dec. 9
Jan. 4 (2012)
Jan. 6 (2012)
Jan. 9 (2012)
Mar. 21 (2012)
Term
Application
Deadline
Placement
Test
Orientation
Begins
Ends
Spring
Mar. 9
Mar. 28
Mar. 30
Apr. 2
Jun. 12
Summer
May. 25
Jun. 20
Jun. 22
Jun. 25
Sep. 4
Fall
Aug. 24
Sep. 24
Sep. 26
Sep. 27
Dec. 7
Winter
Dec. 7
Jan. 7 (2013)
Jan. 9 (2013)
Jan. 10 (2013)
Mar. 22 (2013)
2012
- Placement Test: 9:30 am (KLI Rm. 121)
- Orientation: 3:00 pm (KLI Rm. 121)
A high school diploma or the equivalent is the minimum requirement for admission to all KLI Korean
language programs.
▶ Required documents:
(a) A completed application form (Online application is highly recommended)
(b) Application fee (non-refundable): 60,000 Won
(c) A copy of the student’s transcript or diploma from the last school attended
(d) A photocopy of the student's passport (A photocopy of the Alien Registration Card, if you have)
(e) For those who wish to obtain a student (D-4) visa (either ① or ②)
① An Original Sponsorship Letter: The sponsor would have to be Korean and be employed in Korea.
② Financial document (certificate of deposit balance over $3,000 (USD) or certificate of remittance or
exchange)
▶ All documents must be postmarked by the deadline above:
(a) should be submitted online.
(b) should be sent to the personal banking account.
(c) through (e) should be sent to the KLI, either by email, mail or by fax.
English Speaking Countries (Except Asian countries): yskli@yonsei.ac.kr
Asia (All Asian countries): yskli2@yonsei.ac.kr
Japanese and Korean-Japanese: ysklijp@yonsei.ac.kr
Chinese, Taiwanese and Hong Kong: eakang@yonsei.ac.kr
* We strongly recommend that you submit your application form, a copy of your passport and academi
certificates at the same time. In the event that one or more of these items is missing, confirmation w
be given.
1) Fill out and submit the Online Registration Form
2) Complete your Online Application Form with an essay and submit the application documents
* The webpage will provide personal banking account information for the application fee
3) Payment of Application Fee
* The screening process for an application usually takes 1 to 2 weeks.
4) Notice of Admission: The KLI will inform the student of acceptance to the program and provide personal b
account information by e-mail.
5) Tuition Payment: Upon receipt of the KLI acceptance by e-mail, the student will need to pay the tuition fe
applicable term.
6) Final Confirmation e-mail: KLI will send a confirmation e-mail after registration is completed. Those w
obtain a student visa may obtain a certifiacate of admission AFTER registration is completed.
Tuition for one term during the 2011 academic year: 1,600,000 Won
* Textbooks are not included in the fees above.
Fees (application fee and tuition) are payable to KLI by telegraphic transfer. Personal checks are not accepted
(One US dollar is approximately equivalent to 1,070 Won, the exchange rate as of September 2011.)
Our account number for Telegraphic Transfer is:
Bank Name: Woori Bank
Account Title: Yonsei University - (학) 연세대학교
Account Number: KLI will provide personal banking account number
Bank Address: Yonsei Campus Branch, 50 Yonsei-ro , Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea 120-749
Swift Code: hvbkkrse (international transfer only)
* PLEASE NOTE: Banks often discount the amount of money wired to our office in order to collect banking
fees; hence the amount of money our office receives may be insufficient to cover fees. Any pertaining unpaid
charges are the student’s responsibility.
KLI will place you into the most suitable class based on your past Korean studies through our placement test
We offer a placement test for all new students for all of our programs. Students take placement tests to
determine their Korean level. They are tested in different areas (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and
grammar) and placed according to their needs and abilities. If you feel that you are a beginner and that
you belong in Level 1, then you do not have to take the placement test.
Each class has around 13 students. For level 1, the sections will be divided by their nationality and gender, an
from level 2, the class will be divided by their Korean ability. Please note that students can not switch the
program to another program after program starts.
Class attendance is mandatory and critical in language programs. Students are required to attend at least 160
hours of the total 200 class hours in order to learn the most from their programs and receive credit for each
term. Students who miss more than 40 hours a term will fail and consequently not receive a grade.
Students in the program may receive university-level academic credits for successful completion of all work
and requirements. Upon request, KLI will send an official transcript or certificate to the registrar’s office of th
school designated by the student. The transfer of credits and the number of credits accepted are to be
determined by the student’s university.
Students who have been accepted into the KLI Program can apply for either a General Short-Term Visa (C-3)
a General Student Visa (D-4). It is essential for foreign nationals to have an appropriate visa for their study.
1) General Short-Term Visa (C-3)
: This visa is generally called a tourist visa or a visiting visa. Students who are planning to study at KLI for
only one term (10 weeks) may apply for the C-3 visa. This visa is good for 3 months (90 days) and can be
issued immediately upon application at either a Korean Embassy or a Consulate office. The carrier of this visa
should coordinate his/her length of study in Korea within the effective days of the visa to avoid risking visa
expiration during the course of study. Pleasen note that we will not issue a letter of admission for a General
Short-Term Visa (C-3).
2) General Student Visa (D-4)
: Students who are planning to study for more than one term should apply for the D-4 visa. This visa is
generally good for 6 months at a time and can be renewed in Korea. Since this visa takes approximately 1
month to process upon application at either a Korean Embassy or Consulate office, it is recommended that
students should apply for this visa at least 2 months before leaving for Korea.
3) Korean Sponsorship Letter or Financial Statement
: Students who would like to obtain a student visa should prepare a sponsorship letter from one Korean sponso
A sponsor can be any Korean adult employed and currently residing in Korea. It is the responsibility of the
student to find a sponsor. If you do not have a sponsorship letter, you can include a bank statement or certifica
of remittance or exchange showing more than $3,000 and apply for the D-4 visa.
If you wish to withdraw before the placement test of the term, 100% of the tuition fee will be refunded. If you
withdraw during the first week of the term, only 70% of the tuition fee will be refunded. After the first week o
the term, no refunds will be given. There is no partial refund after the first week of the program. Please
submit a written request to the KLI office if you would like to cancel the program.
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http://www.yskli.com/prog_regular.htm