Change in Semester System at Seoul Campus – Academic Year 2026
- 성균어학원 한국어학당
- Hit16246
- 2025-06-13
Sungkyun Language Institute at the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus (Seoul ) will change its semester system from the current 6-semester-per-year schedule to a 4-semester-per-year schedule beginning in the 2026 academic year.
※ Note: The Natural Sciences Campus (Suwon) has already adopted the 4-semester system starting in 2025.
1. Key Changes
Before (Until 2025) | After (From 2026) | |
Semester System | 6 semesters/year | 4 semesters/year |
Duration per Semester | 8 weeks | 10 weeks (50 days) |
Class Hours (Mon–Fri) | 9:00–14:50 | Morning Class: 9:00–12:50 |
2. Academic Calendar – 2026
Semester | Application Period | Placement/ | Class Period |
1st Semester | Dec. 8, 2025 – Jan. 23, 2026 | Mar. 03 | Mar. 4 – May 14, 2026 |
2nd Semester | Mar. 9 – Apr. 24 , 2026 | May 29 | Jun. 2 – Aug. 11, 2026 |
3rd Semester | Jun. 8 – Jul. 24 , 2026 | Aug. 31 | Sep. 2 – Nov. 17, 2026 |
4th Semester | Sep. 7 – Oct. 23, 2026 | Nov. 30 | Dec. 2 , 2026 – Feb. 15, 2027 |
3. Class Schedule
- Morning Class (Mon–Fri)
Period | Time | Duration |
1st | 09:00–09:50 | 50 min |
2nd | 10:00–10:50 | 50 min |
3rd | 11:00–11:50 | 50 min |
4th | 12:00–12:50 | 50 min |
- Afternoon Class (Mon–Fri) *Some classes may be held in the afternoon
Period | Time | Duration |
1st | 14:00–14:50 | 50 min |
2nd | 15:00–15:50 | 50 min |
3rd | 16:00–16:50 | 50 min |
4th | 17:00–17:50 | 50 min |
*Afternoon Class Assignment: All Level 1 students, some Level 2 students
Morning Class Assignment: All Levels 3-6 students, some Level 2 students (Students who were Level 1 in the previous semester and have advanced to Level 2 will apply on a first-come, first-served basis)
*Semester morning/afternoon class assignments cannot be changed.
○ Benefits of the 4-Semester System and its Positive Impact on Language Learning
That's why the 4-Semester System helps you learn Korean more easily, enjoyably, and effectively! Let's make the most of this new semester system and improve your skills!
○ FAQs Regarding the Reform to the Four-Semester System (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. Why was the semester system changed?
Answer: The current six-semester system was changed to a four-semester system to improve the quality of classes and educational efficiency. It also allows for more stable class operation, taking into account seasonal and public holidays.
2. How long will a semester be under the four-semester system?
Answer: Each semester will last approximately 10 weeks (50 days). For detailed schedules for each semester, please refer to the [2026 Semester Schedule].
5. Will tuition change with the change to the four-semester system?
Answer: Tuition has increased to 1.78 million won per semester for the Seoul Campus (Humanities and Social Sciences Campus) and 1.5 million won per semester for the Suwon Campus (Natural Sciences Campus).
6. Does the semester schedule differ at each campus?
Answer: Beginning in the 2026 academic year, both Seoul and Suwon will adopt the same four-semester system and operate under the same semester schedule.