My Experience with KIIP (Korea Immigration and Integration Program) | How To Learn Korean

[@molly3711]

You are so cute! I’m glad that you uploaded this video, very helpful and I now have an idea. Thank you!!!

[@veronicainkorea]

Glad it was helpful to you!

[@marsdwarf]

Thanks for making this video :) Great tip about not guessing on the entry exam!

[@Angelicemerald]

I just did my level 2 test yesterday! I agree it is an awesome program ^^ i was worried about moving on to the other levels but this video is so encouraging!!! Thank you very much for posting!!! ^^

[@veronicainkorea]

Nice!!! Congrats!!!

[@kyoumary150]

I have just started level 2 classes. I missed level 3 by 2% in the level test but I’m glad I did. Even though I know most of the grammar and a lot of words taught in level 2 I had a feeling that it would be more helpful in the long run to start from there and after watching your video now I’m certain. I wouldn’t be very happy to feel lost in class or have to study like crazy to catch up 😅 taking in account that it’s also taught in korean 😄

[@veronicainkorea]

That's great that you are enjoying your current level! It's so important to have a solid foundation. Glad my video helped reassure you 😊

[@btsofficialfanclubchannel6583]

level test, listening to your experience, I think I should get into Level 3 :D, i only did level 1 like 4 years ago in the Uni :D and now i think I am better in Understanding most of the korean flowing around.

[@FeatherSquirrel]

Thank you so much! This was extremely helpful! Very kind of you to go out of your way and explain this for us! Thanks again!

[@raquiis6555]

This is hella helpful :) I am considering moving and give it a try. I will surely use your tips!!!!!

[@octopusScarf]

Watching this while preparing for my 2 Korean classes on Saturday, haha! I'm currently going through a CLS course but one of my friends has taken a couple KIIP courses. It sounds like you get a fair amount of practical skill practice and your video is convincing me to look into signing up! As much as I adore the teachers and classmates in my CLS class I feel like I need a more intensive course to up my reading/speaking. I'm so conscious of my accent and still read so slowly (I die every time I go to the 노래방...). Out of curiosity, what was the schedule like? Was it every week day or on the weekends?

[@veronicainkorea]

I haven't heard much about CLS before, sounds interesting! Honestly noraebang is such good reading practice! I spent a lot of free time before classes at the coin norae (and I still go a lot lol). For level 2 and 3, it was a 100 hour course and if I'm remembering correctly, my schedule was MWF 6:30 to 10pm. For level 4 and 5 I chose to do Saturday classes from 9am to 6pm...Kind of torcherously long but at least it left my weekday evenings free. There were other class times available so it just depends on you and your schedule.

[@octopusScarf]

Thanks so much for your reply! Definitely something for me to think about for the new year

[@SopranoMusings]

I'm so happy to see someone talking about KIIP on KZbin! OMG - you had a proper scholastic break down - LOL I plan to study with Say (KIIP Prep with SAY) later this year once I am in Korea. Is there a place where I can buy the books for levels 1 and 2 before arriving to SK? I really look forward to more of your videos about KIIP!

[@veronicainkorea]

Glad you liked it! You might find them on Gmarket? Or Hangulpark? I haven't checked myself..but once you get here they should be quite easy to find in any Kyobo bookstore. Good luck!

[@mirfanali3750]

Really nice information

[@soumaya8385]

thank you for the great video !!

[@사브리나-u5u]

How did you study? I didn't have a good teacher ~ I don't know how to organize my time to study! If you do the 20 hours over level 5 ~ Please give us updates.

[@veronicainkorea]

I'm sorry to hear that! Studying with my classmates and discussing the difficult grammar points during break times really helped me to stay on track. I have another video where I show my study plan for the exam, maybe that will give you some ideas! It's in my How To Learn Korean playlist. Good luck with your studies :)

[@henryvierimusic]

great video appreciate it

[@cuteguy1235]

How you register yourself for kiip???? How to create id ??

[@gabrielladoucette4124]

hi, thanks for the video! are the classes completely in korean or taught in english? do you meet students who are also from other countries (and who possibly don't speak english)?

[@bigsaverz9429]

Were you automatically registered to Level 2 Class after your level test??

[@Bubba_Lynn]

Is there any requirements you have to fulfill to even sign up for classes/the placement tests? I’m moving to Korea in August and am already looking at classes for Korean! I definitely want to stay long term in Korea and I know that KIIP helps ALOT but i’m nervous I won’t be able to sign up having just gotten there...

[@narthasis3249]

Hi Veronica, to apply to this KIIP courses do I have to be already working in Korea? I mean have working or study visa? My point is I am just planning to go to Korea and firstly I wanted to go to some uni to take Korean courses which I have to pay for. But if i apply at uni I can get studying visa so I am wondering if it is the same in KIIP or I have to be already working in Korea. Thanks for your answer. :)

[@veronicainkorea]

KIIP doesn't sponsor visas like a university does, so yes, you need to already be in Korea with a valid visa. I don't think visa type is important, as many of my classmates came from many walks of life: housewife, teacher, company employee, student, researcher, etc.

[@narthasis3249]

@@veronicainkorea but i cannot do it just on tourists visa right? cause I am from Slovakia and I can stay in Korea until 90 days on any visa or "tourist" visa. So it is my point I think i need some longer term Korean visa to apply for it either student or working visa :/

[@veronicainkorea]

No, because you need to have an ARC (alien registration card). It's an ID card you receive from immigration when you get a longer term visa.

[@narthasis3249]

@@veronicainkorea thank you very much for your answer and clarifying! I appreciate it very much :)

[@renamochi5742]

i just found key to korean and then ur video pop right away

[@tinaarcega8795]

Hi Veronica. I am not yet enrolled in any class but i want to prepare in advance while i still have time. I just wanna ask where can i buy the books? Thanks in advance. 😀

[@kwiyopta2024]

Hello~ You can buy them at Kyobo(offline/online) or other bookstores. I bought mine at Kyobo when I went to Seoul. I'm a Filipina living in Uijeongbu~ :)

[@mamunurrashid2053]

Thanx for making this vedio. It's really helpful to understand this program . Now I'm in level 5 But I'm afraid of that how i can get rid of this level. Please guide me .

[@테테-s5u]

I really enjoyed your video!! This was exactly what I was looking for. I'm currently a highschool student in Korea and even though I'm not completely fluent yet I would consider myself as an andvanced speaker. Is it possible to skip the korean learning part and jump directly into the 한국 사회 이해 part?

[@veronicainkorea]

If I'm not mistaken you can only test into level 4 and once you complete level 4 you can go into level 5.

[@pallagadrienn2990]

Hi, can you tell me where can I get this book if I do not live in Korea but I want to use this book?

[@lovingyouinsilence]

How would you say your korean improved after completing the program? Can you have natural conversations with natives now?

[@veronicainkorea]

I'm not fluent yet!! For every level I kind of barely passed lol so while my Korean improved a lot, I wouldn't say I sound completely natural/fluent. Maybe if you're not as lazy as me you will get more out of the course. There's tons of vocab and a bit of grammar that I need to restudy and relearn, outside of class there is a lot of colloquial speech I don't know about, and I still feel self-conscious when speaking to adults. However, I think all of these things that would contribute to sounding natural are easily remedied by diligently studying at home and practicing what you learn outside of class. I'm just a bit lazy lol. Hope this answers your question~

[@lovingyouinsilence]

itsveronicaguys yeah thanks it did! Lol I’m going through the same thing now I suppose, I’m attending a 언어 학당 but wanna use this course as a supplement to that since I legit hate self-studying :( lol

[@veronicainkorea]

I'm so curious about attending a language school! If you're up to the challenge of juggling two different courses then I would say there's no harm in trying kiip since it's free :)

[@sejutym_28]

Hi there! Thanks for the update it really helps. Do you think I can use the textbooks for self studying in the US?

[@veronicainkorea]

Thanks for watching! I think level 1 and 2 should be fine for self-study, but the upper levels might require some guidance from a teacher or at least a native speaker.

[@sejutym_28]

itsveronicaguys nice! Thanks for letting me know. Just followed your 2nd IG with my personal and studygram accounts bc why not both accounts lol 🤷

[@veronicainkorea]

ahh thanks so much!

[@Morrisseys7thFriend]

Can you take the level test even though you're not ready to start the course right away? I checked the site and there are no courses listed in the registration section

[@gangnamkorea7965]

Nice video! Keep up the work! I have a question. I want to register for KIIP using my TOPIK lvl. So do I still need to take placement exam or i can apply without it?

[@veronicainkorea]

I'm not 100% certain, but I haven't heard about exemption based on TOPIK scores. It's my understanding that everyone has to take the placement exam. If you are confident in your skills and TOPIK level, then I wouldn't worry too much - the placement test should place you into the appropriate level. Hope this helped! Thanks for watching~ ^-^

[@karinanogueira3655]

Helloo Is it possible for foreigners university students in korea to get into this course? btw how long is it?

[@veronicainkorea]

Hi~ I think so?? Don't quote me but I don't see why they wouldn't be able to.

[@mohanshiva4996]

I am interested .please tell me how can i do?

[@MUHAMMADAHMED-ke5ty]

I am interested in coming to South Korea. I want to come there Please help me.

[@siddharthjaiswal9d994]

How long is the course for

[@bea4145]

What about the classmates? I'm considering the idea of kiip but, I don't know why don't ask lol, in my mind I'm worried that I won't be able to make friends with kiip but I will be able to make friends easily with an university course.

[@veronicainkorea]

Oh snappity! Saw your comment but never responded! I think you're right in that you will have more of a community at uni. Especially because I think most likely you'll encounter people from similar walks of life, similar ages, similar schedules etc. In KIIP it's quite diverse in people's ages, work schedules, marital status, having kids or not so you might not have lifestyles that match up in a way that allows you to be friends outside of class. That being said, I did end up making a good set of friends through KIIP (of diverse backgrounds and statuses) and some of us still keep in touch. I guess no matter what it will depend on the people. My answer is a novel sorry lol but hopefully this helps!

[@sheikhalihaider7381]

Thanks a lot for this informative video. I have a question Can we not just join this course online? Kindly reply

[@veronicainkorea]

I think some online courses are also available with limited capacity. Be sure to check the official website for more info!

[@sheikhalihaider7381]

@@veronicainkorea Thanks for your guideness 💐

[@atikahmahdzir3738]

Hello there! Thank you for a very informative video about KIIP :) May I know is there any specific visa requirements in order to enroll in KIIP? Could travelling visa or spouse visa be used?

[@veronicainkorea]

Thanks for watching! As I understand, you need to have an ARC (alien registration card) which is basically an ID card for foreigners in Korea. Spousal visa I think would work because you would need to get an ARC for that, but just travelling would not grant you an ARC. Hope that makes sense!

[@atikahmahdzir3738]

@@veronicainkorea Thank you so much! Btw I have just checked in the website, starting 2019, there is an application fee that costs 30,000won. Hehe just informing. Thanks once again! ^^

[@eugenic12]

you forgot to mention that to register to this program you have to use old laptop with Internet Explorer ): I need to find someone who use Windows.

[@iamcoryv4144]

I signed up on my fairly new Macbook! It is possible.

[@florasd6239]

Do I need to do the test if I have TOPIK?

[@soph9141]

Thank you!!

[@dekodekonyu6697]

Hello ;') , I didn't know about KIIP. Thankyu 💛 I appreciate the info so much 🐥. Could you please answer these questions ? : Do I need to live in S.K. already, What type of visa do i need to have? , and If i live overseas can I still apply? Would they help me with all the process to move to S.K. and the visa? -Sorry for any mistake , I'm still learning English ;' Thankyu so much , I'll be waiting for more videos !! ;') 💕

[@veronicainkorea]

Thanks for watching! Sorry but you should have a visa and live in Korea in order to apply for this program. Also KIIP is not responsible for helping people move to Korea. Good luck in your journey!

[@dekodekonyu6697]

itsveronicaguys oh I see :o , Thankyu 😘🐥💛

[@sammaxbammaxjamma]

Hi! Thanks for posting this video! I've already signed up for the level test in August, do you know where I can see a list of locations or class times? Or is that only information available after you take the exam?

[@veronicainkorea]

That's great! After you complete the level test and get placed in a level, your page on the socinet website will be updated and you'll be able to access the list of classes at that time. Once you're able, you should try to sign up quickly because classes can fill up fast. Good luck! Hope this helps~

[@KUYAJOHN81]

is there anyone got failed in KIIP?

[@khaistephney579]

Can you use it if you just want to learn korean ?

[@veronicainkorea]

Hi! Are you referring to the textbooks or the program as a whole?

[@WhitneyChakara]

Thanks for uploading this video. The website as me totally stumped. I wonder how those who want to start at the lowest level and can't even read the korean on the website would sign up?

[@veronicainkorea]

Yeah it's pretty tough, even when you can read Korean lol. I would suggest getting a Korean friend or someone who speaks some Korean to help you out if you can. Good luck!

[@Youceboufen.89]

Hello there , thanks alot for this video iam a newbie and i just registred to have a test on Marsh 9th , what is your advice to me .

[@btsofficialfanclubchannel6583]

How Much time did it take for you to go from 2 to 5 Level?

[@wubeshetgetachew3410]

This video is really helpful. if you don`t mind is that possible to get F2 visa without any job/income if s/he score the required points? thanks!

[@veronicainkorea]

For F2-7 visas you have to have been living in Korea for at least a year on an E or D series visa, so you have to either be working or be a student first.

[@wubeshetgetachew3410]

Thanks!

[@mycahfrancis]

I'm having a hard finding these textbooks online. Do you know any websites where I can purchase them?

[@veronicainkorea]

I'm not sure about where to purchase them online internationally, but I know there are some pdfs floating around online so maybe you can try searching for those? Also I heard twochois does special ordering but I've never tried it myself. These books were designed for and required by this language program which is why I used them. If you can't find these particular books, I wouldn't fret too much since there are lots of other really great Korean textbooks available internationally.

[@TheXanthippe101]

Was the level 5 textbook in English or Korean? Also, did they teach the classes in English? I'm taking my level test next month so im kinda nervous >

[@veronicainkorea]

All books and lesson instruction are in Korean! Good luck on your test and don't worry too much about it~ ^-^

[@siddharthjaiswal9d994]

Can it be possible india

[@veronicainkorea]

This program is for foreigners already living in Korea.

[@ayodamolaokusanya4761]

Can you start at the lowest level without completing the pre-test?? :-)

[@veronicainkorea]

If you skip the pre-test, you will automatically go into level 0, which is learning hangul and basic phrases. Hope this helps!

[@btsofficialfanclubchannel6583]

Yes, do not signup for the Pre Test, jsut start from 0 :D

[@Sweetasyours]

itsveronicaguys where can I buy the book? I apply for the KIIP level test but the schedule is too far yet..

[@veronicainkorea]

You can find books at Kyobo! I would wait until after you get placed in a level to get your book.

[@noursaba2569]

Hello I'm a student from France and i want to study the korean in korea, I'm very interested about the KIIP but I don't know if it's possible for me to integrated this program like a simple student , because for the moment I don't have a work and visa in Korea. thanks to reply me

[@veronicainkorea]

Yes, unfortunately you need to have a visa and be living in Korea to enroll on KIIP. Good luck in your studies!

[@kaeselle8185]

Which University did you go to for KIIP korean class?

[@veronicainkorea]

For level 2 and 3 my classes were hosted at 이대 and level 5 was hosted at 건대.

[@MrTitaocasio]

What long term visa should I get?

[@veronicainkorea]

Can't answer that, you'll have to choose the best course for you! Good luck on your journey~

[@gazandmiran9179]

What visa do you need to do the Kiip?

[@veronicainkorea]

I think most visas are fine as long as you have an ARC number. So a tourist visa won't work.

[@gazandmiran9179]

@@veronicainkorea thanks for the quick reply. Can I apply for a student Visa from Korea?

[@veronicainkorea]

@@gazandmiran9179 I really don't know anything about student visas. You'll have to check with immigration. Sorry!

[@danieljamestaghoy2655]

This is scary .But i have to this!

[@KUYAJOHN81]

very helpfull video, after the class, how about the exam..is it hard or not? i have no idea..i want to ask you more question..i hope you reply ..thank you..can i get your facebook name pls

[@SSYOLO]

Topik topper laughing their ass off.

[@soph9141]

Thank you!!

[@vasavisai1890]

Hi... How many hours for Each level ?

[@veronicainkorea]

I want to say 100 hours? It's been a long time so I don't remember exactly...

[@vasavisai1890]

@@veronicainkorea weekly how many class and how many months it took to finish it?