Studying in Korea — Q&A
Is the national health insurance mandatory for students?
got told it's automatic after 6 months and that it's around 70k a month whether you use it or not. is that right? and…
How fast do I need to get the ARC after landing?
landing early september, classes start a week later. i keep reading you have 90 days to register but also that you should do it…
Do teachers speak English at all in beginner class?
level 1, complete beginner. if the teacher speaks only korean from minute one i'm going to panic. how does that actually work at the…
How long does the D-4 take to process?
school says the admission letter comes 2-3 weeks after documents arrive, then the visa on top of that. how long did yours take end…
The formality levels are stressing me out already
haven't even arrived and i'm scared of offending someone by using the wrong ending. is it as big a deal as textbooks make it…
What's the nationality mix in class like?
not trying to be weird about it, but if the whole class shares a language they'll speak that instead of korean. that happened to…
Which area to live if I study in Sinchon?
i want to be close enough to walk or short bus, but every close place is either expensive or a shoebox. is it worth…
How long does the apostille on the diploma actually take?
everyone says "start with the apostille" but nobody says how long it takes. i'm applying for spring and i don't know if i'm already…
Is the 10-week pace at university language schools really that fast?
One level per 10 weeks sounds intense. How much self-study do I need on top of the 4 hours of class? I'm worried about…
How early do you actually need to apply?
the deadline says july for the fall term but everyone says apply earlier. is it first come first served for spots, or is the…
Where do you actually find a language exchange partner?
the apps are full of people who just want to chat in english or worse. where did you find someone serious? university clubs, cafes,…
Worth taking online classes before arriving?
i have 5 months before the semester starts. wondering if i should pay for online lessons or just do apps and youtube. does arriving…
Best way to bring money over without losing a fortune in fees?
i'll need to move tuition money and then monthly living costs. bank transfer, wise, or bring cash? and is there a limit on how…
Extending the D-4 for a third semester — what do they ask for?
i came for 2 semesters and now i want to stay longer. do they check your grades and attendance for the extension? also do…
Do I need TOPIK before applying to a language school?
i can read hangul and know maybe 200 words. absolute beginner basically. do language schools require TOPIK to let you in? or is that…
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