Students must be in good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher) when declaring/adding a Korean program.
If you have previous knowledge in Korean, you must take a language placement exam before enrolling in a KOR course.

B.A. in Korean (AY 25-26)

Regular

The B.A. program in Korean language at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa is focused on building high-level language proficiency as well as a good understanding of Korean culture. Electives within the Department provide students with an opportunity to learn about Korean culture through literature and media analysis, while non-departmental electives allow students to explore the history, civilization, and people of the Korean peninsula. The B.A. in Korean requires 36 hours of coursework in Korean language and linguistics or literature.

B.A. in Korean (AY 25-26)

Specialization: Korean for Professionals

The Flagship B.A. program is designed to prepare American students for professional proficiency in Korean within their chosen academic or career fields. Through the Department of East Asian Languages & Literatures (EALL), a B.A. in Korean with a specialization in Korean for Professionals is awarded upon successful completion of both the Flagship’s domestic and overseas components, along with demonstrated Korean language proficiency at the professional level (ILR 3, ACTFL Superior). For further information, please visit the Korean Flagship website.

Minor in Korean (AY 25-26)

The Korean minor requires a focused course of study in Korean language and literature. Students must complete five courses (15 credit hours) from the approved course list. Native speakers are required to take five courses excluding language skill courses.

Certificate in Korean (AY 25-26)

The Certificate in Korean is intended for students who wish to complement their primary field of study with foundational coursework in Korean language and culture. Completion requires five approved courses totaling 15 credit hours.