Kwangwoon University Institute of International Education

KWIIE Korean Language & Culture Program

Korean Language & Culture https://kwiie.kw.ac.kr/, Campus Tour https://youtu.be/lA2XWXXFJIw

Our program is designed for international students who aspire to pursue admission to Korean universities and build global career opportunities. Located near the center of Seoul, KWIIE offers more than language education — it connects academic study, career preparation, and rich cultural experiences.

✨ Why KWIIE?

• Specialized Korean language & culture programs for international students
• Official TOPIK Online Test Center
• Pathways to Kwangwoon University undergraduate & graduate programs
• Affordable tuition, 20–30 minutes from downtown Seoul
• Full access to university facilities (library, classrooms, labs)
• Internship & career information in partnership with JobKorea
• Strong focus on Engineering, IT, Software & Semiconductor fields

For new applicants from abroad:

1. Application form, a statement of purpose (visit school website for more information)
2. 1 ID photo
3. 1 Copy of Passport
4. 1 Birth & Family certificate
5. 1 Copy of the ID card of the applicant and his / her guardian
6. An original certificate of graduation from the last school attended
   • Apostille (After notarizing Diplomas and Certificates of Graduation from the last school attended, and then should confirm to consular representative at the consular office.) Relevant countries: Philippines, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Mongolia, Thailand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Iran, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Nigeria, Ghana, Egypt, Peru.
   • Other Countries: 1 Official Certificate of Graduation from the most recent school
     attended
7. 1 Official Academic Transcript from the last school attended
8. 1 Copy of the parents’ certificate of employment & income
   (Must include the name, address, and contact information of the company)
9. An original certificate of financial document - Over KRW 10,000,000
   (If the Bank statement is under the parent's name, a notarized family certificate is required)
10. Korean guarantor’s certificate of income and employment (notarized)
    - An individual applicant is required to have a Korean guarantor

Note: English translation notarization is required for any document not in English or the Korean Language

For a student who has a valid visa to study in Korea(Other than a D-4 visa)

1. Application form, a statement of purpose (must be downloaded, written, and signed by the applicant)
2. 1 ID photo
3. 1 copy of a passport
4. 1 copy of the certificate of graduation from the last school attended
5. 1 copy of an alien registration card (or a copy of a valid visa)

Most students enroll in our program using a D-4 visa, which is the Korean visa for language training. This visa allows students to study in Korea for up to two years, with an extension required every six months.

If you obtain a visa that permits you to stay in Korea for longer than 10 weeks (70 days), you are eligible to complete at least one full semester at our institute. We offer four semesters per year: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.

For detailed and official information on visa types and requirements, please refer to the Korean government website below:
https://www.visa.go.kr/openPage.do?MENU_ID=10102

Happy dormitory (Bitsoljae) : https://kw.happydorm.or.kr

Structure: Room for two persons
Expense: 290,000 KRW (200 USD) / month approx. (deposit 100,000 KRW / 70 USD not included)
Private Facilities: Bed (bedding prepared individually), bookshelf, desk, chair, wardrobe, bathroom, shower, internet, etc.
Shared Facilities: Laundry room, ironing room, fitness room, seminar room, communal kitchen, and unmanned parcel storage. etc.
Residency period: Minimum 6 months /

Move-in: Available for move-in in February and August (Only)