Korean

Expand your career prospects by mastering Korean, a critical skill for global business and education.

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Why Korean at Iowa?

Connect with a vibrant community of students, faculty, and peers passionate about Korean language and culture.

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Explore undergraduate programs in Korean

Minor in Korean Studies

Enrich your academic journey

Studying Korean at Iowa helps you develop your language skills through conversation groups and one-on-one practice with Korean peer tutors. Then you'll immerse yourself in Korean culture with study abroad programs at top universities in Seoul, like Korea University.

Study abroad

Practice your language skills, expose yourself to world cultures, and expand your worldview.

Internships

Apply what you learn in the program, gain real world experience, and pursue your future career path.

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Embrace your potential as a student

Become a student ambassador

Share your passion and lead others to success

Why study Korean at Iowa?

Explore Korea’s language, culture, and future—only at the University of Iowa.

As the only institution in Iowa offering Korean language and culture instruction, the University of Iowa opens the door to a unique and immersive educational experience. Students benefit from dynamic extracurriculars such as Seollal and Chuseok celebrations, K-pop and speech contests, and the popular Sejong Talks, all designed to bring Korea’s vibrant traditions to life on campus. Language learners can also sharpen their skills through conversation groups and peer tutoring, ensuring they build both fluency and confidence.

The University of Iowa pairs rigorous academics with transformative global opportunities. Through strong partnerships with top Korean universities—like Korea University and Ewha Womans University—students can study abroad for a semester or full year, immersing themselves in Korea’s language, culture, and academic landscape. Whether your goal is global impact or personal growth, Iowa's Korean program offers the foundation and experiences to make it happen.