HANKUK UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN STUDIES — SUMMER SCHOOL

YOU MAY APPLY FOR SEMESTERS IN THE UPCOMING YEARS ALREADY.

*) SMALL CHANGES POSSIBLE / DATES ARE STILL TENTATIVE.

Korean summer school program courses and studies:

The summer school is particularly well suited for students interested in the Korean language and culture. Courses are also offered in performing arts, culture, economy and business, Asian politics, contemporary society and international relations. Courses such as Human Rights in North Korea, Korean Food Class and Korean Cinema Class have been popular.

One course corresponds to 50 hours of work and three Korean credits. Three Korean credits usually correspond to 5 ECTS / 3 US credits (read more about converting the credits here).

Find your courses in Korea summer school program

Approximately 75 % of the courses, the most popular ones, are organized every summer. The course list is updated every year and the final course offering is published around April. For the current course list, please take a look at the 2026 HUFS ISS Class Schedule.

You can see the course syllabus by clicking the name of the course. Courses will be offered only if a minimum of 6 students enroll in the course. The list of courses can be found here with the corresponding course syllabus.

Field trips

There would be optional participation in the weekly field trips. The field trip fee of 450 USD is separate from the tuition fee and must be paid to HUFS directly.

Korea summer school program

The Tuition Fee of already includes two courses but if plan to add more, there is an additional fee of 350 USD per additional course to be paid directly to HUFS.

The application fee is .

If you plan to join the field trips, there is an additional fee of 450 USD to be paid directly to HUFS.

The dormitory fee is 500 USD for the four-week program, if you choose to stay at the dorms at HUFS. Check-in: July 9-11, Check-out: August 9-10.

Many of our students apply for national student funding such as PROMOS, BAföG, or CSN.

In addition to the study place, you’ll benefit from our services and receive an Asia Exchange Guide. The study materials are provided free of charge or can be acquired at a very affordable price.

Are you from North/South America & Oceania? Find out more about the fees.

Korea summer school program student visa

• Students from visa-free countries should apply for K-ETA. You may check your eligibility here.
• For students not eligible for K-ETA, you will be applying for the D-2-8 visa. Supporting documents will be provided by HUFS upon the issuance of the official acceptance letter.

Read about the full visa application procedure for Korean summer school program.

Korea summer school program student’s accommodation:

The university provides plenty of dormitory options for students. There are currently 3 different dormitories for you to choose from, and they all are located within a 2–3 minute walk from the campus. You can choose your preferred accommodation option in the application form for Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. Find out more about the accommodation options in Seoul.

Minimum requirements for Korean summer school program

• Minimum age of 18 years
• High School or College Graduate
• You should have sufficient English skills. No language test is required.

See the additional requirements

Students who are not currently enrolled in a Home University

• An Official High School Graduate Certificate and High School Transcript of Records or if you are College Graduate: Graduate Certificate and Official College Transcript of Records in English.
• A copy of the identification page of your passport (please note that your passport must be valid for at least six months after your trip starts)
• A color photo. The photo is for your student ID card and your face should be clearly visible. The background should be white. The picture should preferably be in JPEG format.

Students who are enrolled in a home university:

• An Official Transcript of Records in English
• A certificate of enrollment in English. This document should show that you are a current student at the institution you are studying in. See an example.
• A copy of the identification page of your passport (please note that your passport must be valid for at least six months after your trip starts)
• A color photo. The photo is for your student ID card and your face should be clearly visible. The background should be white. The picture should preferably be in JPEG format.

 Apply to study abroad at Hankuk University Korean summer school program

• Flexible application: You can apply even if you’re not yet certain of your plans. Cancel at no extra cost up to 1 month before the semester starts.
• When you apply for two semesters: 100 EUR discount on the second semester
• Get access to comprehensive information materials such as an Asia Exchange Guide and an interactive orientation webinar after you apply

INSTRUCTIONS:Korean summer school program

• Scan all the required attachments to your computer in PDF format.
• Fill out the online application form below and submit it with the required attachments.

Uploading and submitting the documents

• Please upload the documents in PDF format.
• If possible, please submit all the attachments together with the application. If you’re missing some attachment(s) when you first apply, you can later send the missing document(s). However, please note that we won’t process applications without any attachments whatsoever.
• All attachments must be sent to us within 30 days of applying or by the application deadline at the very latest.
• You can submit all the documents electronically. Please don’t send anything via regular mail.
• There is a late application fee for applications or attachments submitted after the application deadline.

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) is known for its high-quality curriculum in international studies, globalization and as many as 40+ foreign languages. It has been rated as the number 1 international university in Korea and has the highest ratio of international students in the country. Many diplomats have graduated from the university.

University’s contact information for Korean summer school program 
Office of International Student Services
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
107 Imun-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
South Korea, 130-791

University’s contact person Korean summer school program
Ms. Sun-Kyeong Kim

University Accreditation: Korean summer school program

The Korean Council for University Education
The Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Korea
International Association of Universities (IAU)
University Institutional Accreditation Member of The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
HUFS ranked first in Korea (7th in Asia) among universities with no medical school
The ratio of exchange students from foreign countries – 1st in Korea*
The proportion of lectures taught in English: 30% – 1st in Korea*
The proportion of foreign faculty [full-time lecturer and higher level] – 2nd in Korea ¤

*2013 Chosun Ilbo.QS Asian University Rankings
¤2012 Joongang Daily University Ranking Evaluation

CO2 OFFSETTING

Unfortunately, traveling by plane to study abroad increases the carbon footprint of each student. Over the past years, it has become more apparent than ever: we face a climate crisis and air transport is responsible for up to 10% of humankind’s contribution to global warming. But should students stop pursuing their dreams of studying abroad and sacrifice their future goals? We don’t think so!

We see it as our responsibility to preserve our environment, live a sustainable life, and minimize the carbon footprint of each of our students. Consequently, Asia Exchange has chosen to work with Atmosfair, a non-profit organization that actively contributes to CO₂ mitigation and offers Co2 offsetting. You can now easily donate a free amount of money to Atmosfair’s projects dedicated to offsetting Co2 emissions. During the application process for your study abroad program, you have the opportunity to donate and mitigate your flight emissions.

Simultaneously, Asia Exchange will support your efforts to reduce their carbon footprint when studying abroad by doubling your donations and contributing equally. Let’s make this world a better place!

Click here to find out more about offsetting your flight emissions

For our Korea programs, you can also choose the Korea Welcome Package.

It includes:

• eSIM
• Insurance
• Airport pickup
• Local support
• Assistance with accommodation
• Public transportation for your first month in Seoul

A straightforward option if you want extra support when arriving in South Korea — without having to organize everything on your own.

Explore our packages