The Korean Immersion Program (KIP) is a language and cultural experience designed to fully immerse participants in the Korean language and culture. Through intensive Korean language classes and a variety of engaging cultural activities, participants will have the opportunity to learn both the language and the culture that makes Korea unique. With a part of the classes taught by DKU students, participants will also have the unique opportunity to connect with local students and make new friends.

Program Dates (3-week program)

Dorm move-in date August 3, 2026
Orientation August 4, 2026
Classes & activities August 4 - August 20, 2026
Dorm move-out date August 21, 2026

Korean Language Course

Days Monday through Friday, 5 days/week
Times 9:00 am-13:00 pm
Hours Total 45 hours of classes (30 hours for 2-week program)
Levels Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced
Placement test On the first day of class
Credit 3 credits
Credit transfer To transfer credits, students are advised to consult with an academic advisor at their home university
and obtain pre-approval to receive credits for coursework from DKU.
Syllabus Korean Language  Beginner 1, Beginner 2
Korean Language - Intermediate
Korean Language - Advanced

Cultural Activities

  • NANTA musical and Seoul Sky activities are included in the program fee.
  • K-POP Dance, Everland theme park, Kimchi Making, and Taekwondo are optional paid activities.
  • Students can select and pay for the optional activities during the program orientation.
  • Activities are subject to change without notice.