The 3 Week Program is perfect for those seeking a short-term intensive Korean experience. This program is offered spring and summer. In the afternoon, students can experience Korean culture through one of the many special activities. Many students choose to begin their studies at the KLI with this program before moving into the Regular Program. Students can experience various special activities such as Korean Cooking, Taekwondo, Samulnori in the afternoon (1 or 2 days a week, 2 hours a day). Korean Classes are held 5 days a week (from 9:00 to 13:00) for 3 weeks (total 60 class hours).

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2008

Registration
Deadline

Placement Test

Begins

Ends

Spring

February 22

March 4, 2:00 pm

March 5

March 25

Summer (1)

July 25

August 5, 2:00 pm

August 6

August 26

Summer (2)

August 14

August 27, 2:00 pm

August 28

September 17

1. Application form and Transcript or Diploma submission with Fees

1) A completed application form (download) with one photograph

2) A copy of your school transcript from the last school attended (only in English)

* Applying before the registration deadline does not guarantee enrollment due to the limited number of students the KLI can accommodate. 

2. Tuition payment

1. Fees: 899,000 Won

1) Application Fee : 60,000 Won (non-refundable)

2) Tuition Fee : 764,000 Won

3) Culture Activity Fee : 75,000 Won

2. Payment Method

If students would like to pay by a telegraphic transfer, please transfer the tuition fee in Korean currency (Won) to the bank account of Yonsei University (Woori Bank).

* If you cannot transfer in Korean Won and would like to transfer tuition in Yen or US dollars, please transfer an amount a little more than 899,000 Won to account for the exchange rate fluctuations. The excess amount will be refunded to students.
* There may be a balance or a credit on your account with respect to your tuition payment. This is due to handling charges associated with international money transfer. It is the student’s responsibility to settle the account balance immediately upon arrival. Credits will be refunded from KLI as well.

* Textbooks are not included in the fees above.

Within 2 weeks after students register and pay the tuition, KLI will inform you of your acceptance status by e-mail.

All KLI students will be placed into students appropriate class in accordance with his/her Korean ability. Each class has more or less than 13 students. Each class will be divided by students gender and his/her Korean ability.

Class attendance is mandatory and critical in language programs. Students are required to attend at least 54 hours of the total 60 class hours in order to receive credit from the program. Students who miss more than 6 hours will fail the program and therefore 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 the school designated by the student. The transfer of credits and the number of credits accepted are to be determined by the student’s university.

* Samulnori

Samul means 4 musical instruments: Jangkoo, Kkenggari, Buk, Jing. Samulnori consists only of these 4 musical instruments. Students learn the details of these musical instruments and how to play them; they are introduced to the Korean spirit inside the traditional melody.

* Korean Cooking

Korean food has various tastes and style compared with other nations. Students will learn how to cook various Korean foods by themselves and also be able to taste other foods. You can experience Korean culture and etiquette through this cooking experience.

Due to the full enrollment of the Korean Cooking Class,
a studnt who wants to take the Korean Cooking Class needs to write down your second choice int he essay blank.

* Taekwondo

Taekwondo helps to develop physical and mental strength. Through the training, you will overcome your inner weakness and develop your spirit. Students acquire not only the techniques but also the inner strength that the arts emphasize.

- Spring Term / Summer Term (2)

- Summer Term (1)

* Spring Term: If a student withdraws by Mar. 4, 2008, 90% of the tuition fee and the culture activity will be refunded. After Mar. 5, the fees are non-refundable.

* Summer Term (1): If a student withdraws by Aug. 5, 2008, 90% of the tuition fee and the culture activity will be refunded. After Aug. 6, the fees are non-refundable.

* Summer Term (2): If a student withdraws by Aug. 27, 2008, 90% of the tuition fee and the culture activity will be refunded. After Aug. 28, the fees are non-refundable.