Best Korean schools in Seoul by category - student age group, value for money
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What our students said about Seoul
The people are mostly friendly and helpful, but as a foreigner you are sometimes looked at or ignored. Many people here speak little English, so it is helpful to know a little Korean. The public transport is great. The city is really huge and there are unfortunately few green spaces or larger parks. Shopping is very expensive compared to eating out. There are lots of nice cafés.
Germany
I am absolutely impressed and already knew on the second day that I had to come back. As a woman, I have always felt very safe, even on the way home at night. The Koreans were very helpful and helped me in every emergency, which impressed me very much and is not something that can be taken for granted.
Germany
Seoul is a must-see and very interesting city. At the moment, however, a lot has been shut down due to Corona. You can therefore only visit museums and sights to a very limited extent. For this reason, I can't say much about the nightlife.
Germany
I felt the warmth of the people in the city, who were rather nosy and at the same time really friendly. I could not get used to the dirty toilets for two weeks. Gyeongbokgung Palace was a lot of fun.
South Korea
Seoul is an amazing city, I can't wait to come back! The people are nice, there are a lot of activities whether cultural, shopping or just for fun. And the most important thing: we are safe there!
France
Seoul is a very busy city but you manage to get into the right pace and thanks to the culture and the locals you then feel at home
Italy
There are many people and the air is not clean, but I think I can live without any inconvenience.
Japan
I have always loved this country, I hope I can return there soon and in the same school
Switzerland
As a man, you have to take clothes with you. As a woman, a clothing paradise.
Switzerland
Love it! Would always recommend the school and I can't wait to return!
Germany
It's good for people who like crowds. For the others it's oppressive.
France
An incredible city with lots of activities and easy transport
Italy
So many fun and exciting things to do and full of culture!
Germany
A city that is very similar to Japan and easy to live in.
Japan
Very safe city. Also ideal for travelling alone.
Switzerland
I know Seoul well and it's a fantastic city.
Italy
What school directors said about Seoul
![JeeHo Kim](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/templates/default/img/director_pics/1860.jpg)
Seoul, being the capital of South Korea, is a vibrant and energetic city that’s so full of life, offering endless opportunities for discovery and fun.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Seoul
![Green Korean Language School](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/green-korean-language-school-seoul_1550047897589.jpg)
Well thought out lessons, personable teacher.
14 April 2024
Course: Regular Class - 2 weeks
Student age: 70 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
The structure, the teacher, the welcome. I will be booking again in summer 2024. So I think that says it all ;)
Thank you :)
4 December 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Full-Time) - 4 weeks
Student age: 45 years
![Green Korean Language School](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/green-korean-language-school-seoul_1550047897589.jpg)
Very interesting, you learn quickly. The teacher was very kind. The lessons were well adapted.
1 December 2023
Course: Regular Class - 4 weeks
Student age: 26 years
![Easy Korean Academy](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/easy-korean-academy-seoul_1573995551618.jpg)
The school and its staff are pleasant and conveniently located.
18 November 2023
Course: Regular Korean Language Course - 6 weeks
Student age: 62 years
![Green Korean Language School](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/green-korean-language-school-seoul_1550047897589.jpg)
The teacher was very kind and patient and the atmosphere great. The school is very conveniently located and the cafeteria really good.
6 November 2023
Course: Regular Class - 5 weeks
Student age: 31 years
![Green Korean Language School](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/green-korean-language-school-seoul_1550047897589.jpg)
The beginners course was optimally coordinated and the pace was just right for learning the language.
20 September 2023
Course: Regular Class - 2 weeks
Student age: 37 years
![Easy Korean Academy](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/easy-korean-academy-seoul_1573995551618.jpg)
I was at the Easy Korean Academy for a month and had a great time. Our teacher was super sweet and we really learned a lot. Would come back anytime :)
22 July 2023
Course: Regular Korean Language Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 26 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
The teachers were really great and the classes were a lot of fun. I regret that 2 weeks was not enough. I wish I could have asked more questions if I could have spoken English!
Anyway, the teachers explained clearly and my language skills were improved. They were all great teachers.
3 July 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Full-Time) - 2 weeks
Student age: 43 years
![Easy Korean Academy](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/easy-korean-academy-seoul_1573995551618.jpg)
Very nice teachers, and small classes with many opportunities to practice speaking.
21 June 2023
Course: Regular Korean Language Course - 6 weeks
Student age: 23 years
![Easy Korean Academy](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/easy-korean-academy-seoul_1573995551618.jpg)
Small classes. Very nice atmosphere. All arrangements worked as agreed. I tested for the first time in my life a one-to-one lesson and it was wonderful! Highly recommended.
30 May 2023
Course: Regular Korean Language Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 57 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
The staff are very nice and helpful. The teachers are absolutely great. They teach mainly in Korean, but as soon as you don't understand something, they explain it in English until you understand it. The lessons were very informative and easy to understand. Intensive but great.
29 April 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Part Time) - 3 weeks
Student age: 35 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
And again the best teachers I ever had in Korea
17 April 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Part Time) - 2 weeks
Student age: 56 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
You can meet many people from various countries.
4 April 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Full-Time) - 2 weeks
Student age: 17 years
![Easy Korean Academy](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/easy-korean-academy-seoul_1573995551618.jpg)
Constant good follow-up by teachers. The team was good motivating students, with great teaching methods.
At the end of my stay, I acknowledged perfectly the basics of the language.
I enjoyed the dialogues teacher/student. It was an effort to speak, but the best way to learn.
Good language school.
4 April 2023
Course: Regular Korean Language Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 58 years
![Lexis Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/lexis-korea-seoul_1681384289783.jpg)
there are more students from Europe.
It's fun classes with teachers' creativity in how to proceed with the class. I'm also happy to be guided around the school during the activities on the first day.
3 April 2023
Course: Intensive Korean (Part Time) - 1 week
Student age: 53 years
![Green Korean Language School](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/green-korean-language-school-seoul_1550047897589.jpg)
The location is good as well as the environment, the personnel is friendly, the cafeteria on 6th floor is convenient to study and have a lunch.
29 November 2022
Course: Regular Class - 8 weeks
Student age: 34 years
Information about Seoul
Key Facts about Seoul
- Price index excluding rent: 79* (21% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 64* (36% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:109* (9% more expensive than New York)
- Big Mac price (South Korea average):
4,842.84 KRW (32% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 220 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Weather in Seoul
Events in Seoul
![Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4220_1.jpg)
29 March 2024 - 02 April 2024If you are in Seoul in spring, you will have the opportunity to admire the city dressed in pink! The colour comes from the beautiful blossoms of the cherry trees.
![Lantern and Lotus Festival (Yeon Deung Hoe)](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4270_1.jpg)
10 May 2024 - 12 May 2024The Lantern and Lotus Festival (Yeon Deung Hoe) is a millennial tradition celebrating the birth of the Buddha. Hundreds of thousands of lanterns illuminate the Seoul sky, for an enchanting, sparkling spectacle. Other traditional events, such as acrobatics and street shows, traditional clothing handcrafting workshops and meditation sessions are also organised.
![Tea World Festival](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4267_1.jpg)
31 May 2024 - 02 June 2024An entire festival dedicated to tea. There are tastings and workshops on different ways to prepare tea, Tea World Festival is truly the place to be if you're a lover of tea. Thousands of teas from all around the world are showcased at this unique event.
![Comin Con Seoul](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4266_1.jpg)
16 August 2024 - 18 August 2024Taking place at the COEX Convention Center of Seoul, Comic Con Seoul is the main event of its kind for Korean and international pop culture. Featuring comics and manga workshops, autograph sessions, cosplay contests and numerous other unmissable events for geeks and non-geeks alike.
![International Computer Music Festival](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4268_1.jpg)
05 September 2024 - 08 September 2024One of the largest events of its kind on the continent, the Seoul International Computer Music Festival is a great gathering of composers, artists and performers and the perfect opportunity for modern music lovers to meet and party at this giant wild festival.
![Seoul International Fireworks Festival](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/4219_1.jpg)
08 October 2024If you are passionate about fireworks and pyrotechnic art, you definitely shouldn't miss this festival! People have been admiring Seoul's sky lit up in different colours for this international event since the year 2000.
What to do in Seoul
![Gyeongbokgung Palace](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/1998.jpg)
![Olympic Park](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/1999.jpg)
![Jogye-sa](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2000.jpg)
![National Folk Museum of Korea](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2001.jpg)
![Seoul Tower](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2005.jpg)
![Hangang River Ferry Cruise](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2006.jpg)
![Namsan Park](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2007.jpg)
![Seoul video thumbnail](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/city_videos/thumbs_big/193.jpg)
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 60 minutes.
Main stops: Incheon Airport, Hamilton Hotel
Every 15 minutes, 70 minutes.
Main stops: Incheon Airport T1, Gongdeok + Gongdeok Station, Itaewon Station
Taxi: 50 minutes drive to city center of Seoul
Q&A - Questions and answers about Seoul
- I would like to book a Korean course very spontaneously. Which school do you recommend?“At Lexis Korea, you can start every Monday, even as a beginner. The school is very quick in processing the documents, so I would recommend Lexis Korea if you want to start spontaneously. ”Lisa Saskia Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023I was wondering if it is possible to study for a couple of months, then leave the country for about 20 days and then come back to study for another 2 or 3 months?“Your questions should be directed towards your embassy or consulate closest to South Korea, or the South Korean embassy, as each person and nationality may have different conditions for their stay in South Korea. ”Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 25, 2022I am interested in booking the course but I am scared that I will not manage because the lessons are taught in English. I will be 13 years old next year. Do you have any advice?“Lexis Korea in Seoul organizes courses for teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17. No knowledge of Korean or English is required to participate in the course. Before starting the course you will be asked to complete a level test so that you are placed in the correct group.
All the students in your group will be at the same or a similar language level, so you won't be alone!The teachers are very experienced in teaching absolute beginners, you will be in good hands.
Of course, I understand that going so far away is stressful, but I'm sure you will meet peers from all over the world, which will motivate you even more to learn the language.”Gosia, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 05, 2021FAQ about schools in Seoul
- My aim is to go to Seoul for a month and leave for Korea in mid-May.
I'd like to know if I need to apply for a visa? Or is a passport enough?
I come from Belgium“We do not provide assistance in this matter. We therefore recommend that you contact the Korean embassy. However, I was able to find some information online (to be double-checked with the embassy): As a Belgian citizen, if you plan to visit South Korea for tourist purposes and stay for less than 90 days, you generally don't need to apply for a visa in advance. Belgium is one of the countries whose citizens can enter South Korea for short-term visits without a visa under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP).”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 21, 2024I'm looking for a school to improve my English at school level in Seoul.“Our only partner school in Seoul offering English courses is Lexis Korea, Seoul. However, the course it offers is specifically focused on preparation for the IELTS exam. If you are interested in this option, please note that you must have at least level B2 to be able to take part in the course. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 20, 2023Do you offer Junior programmes in Seoul?“Currently, the only Junior programme we have for Seoul is for students between 13 and 17 years old. Our partner school Lexis Korea offers this course during the summer only.
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 29, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Korean courses & camps for teenager and children in Seoul or other 12 different Korean course types in Seoul.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Korean language schools in other cities in South Korea such as Busan or see our list of all schools in South Korea. You may also want to consult options outside South Korea for learning Korean.