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Discover America's Top Rated Korean Program

Join our community of passionate Adult Korean learners

Whether you're just starting out, reconnecting with your heritage, or building toward fluency, our adult Korean language programs offer the structure, support, and cultural depth to help you thrive.

As a designated King Sejong Institute by the South Korean government, Korean American Center is recognized for delivering high-quality, authentic Korean instruction aligned with international standards. Our programs are tailored for both heritage and non-heritage learners— taught by experienced, credentialed instructors

Who should enroll here?

We welcome all learners to our award winning program— Korean heritage speakers, K-culture fans, professionals, and absolute beginners alike. We offer a full range of Sejong-approved Korean language classes throughout the year. 

  • Korean for Absolute Beginners
  • Level-Based Korean Courses (Novice to Advanced)
  • In-person (Orange County) and online (Nationwide)
  • Adult Learners (16 yrs +)
  • Heritage and non-heritage learners
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Your Global Gateway To Korean Language & Culture

Irvine King Sejong Institute

Recognized by the Korean government as the official source for Korean language instruction outside of Korea. 

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Certified Native Instructors

All classes are taught by professional Korean educators with training from top universities and experience teaching adults.

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Live Zoom Classes

Small-group, instructor-led sessions with real-time feedback and personal support.

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Accredited. Globally Recognized. Trusted. Learn Korean with Confidence

What Sets Us Apart

King Sejong Institute: Designated by the South Korean government, KAC is one of 13 official centers in the U.S. offering globally recognized Korean instruction.

WASC-Accredited: Our supplementary education program is accredited, giving families and learners confidence in the academic rigor and institutional quality.

Community-Centered Mission: As a nonprofit, KAC reinvests in educational access, community programming, and cultural preservation.

Standards-Based Curriculum: Our courses follow ACTFL proficiency guidelines, ensuring consistent progress and national benchmarking.

All Ages, All Levels: We serve adults, heritage and non-heritage learners, with classes designed to meet diverse learner needs.

Cultural Immersion: Lessons go beyond the textbook to include history, music, current affairs, and customs, fostering deep cultural understanding.

Online and In-Person Options: Flexible formats make KAC accessible to learners nationwide.

Exclusive Focus on Korean
We teach only Korean—ensuring a deep, immersive, and specialized experience.

Media Recognition
Featured in NBC News, CBS News, OC Register, and LA Times for our leadership in Korean language education and cultural engagement.

Certified Native Instructors
All classes are taught by professional Korean educators trained at top Korean universities.

Beginner to Advanced Levels
Courses available for every level, including heritage speakers looking to deepen their fluency.

Affordable & Accessible
As a nonprofit organization, we’re committed to keeping pricing reasonable while maintaining high-quality instruction.

Comprehensive Support
Students receive curated learning materials, study tools, and cultural insights to support growth beyond the classroom.

Hear From Our Learners

We asked some of our learners how they would describe our program and here's what they said:

Michelle T
★★★★★
Adult Learner (Beginner Level)
"A cultural language center that offers online and in person classes and also provides connection to a Korean community!"
David K
★★★★★
Absolute Beginner, Online
“I’ve taken Korean on apps before, but nothing compares to this. KAC’s Sejong program helped me build real skills — and I finally feel like I'm really learning”
Julia P
★★★★★
Beginner 2, In-Person Learner
“I joined to reconnect with my Korean heritage, but I stayed because of the community. The events and workshops helped me feel proud of my roots in a new way.”
Wendy S.
★★★★★
Beginner 1, In-Person Learner
"Awesome fun classes to be apart of. I have actually made friends with my classmates and hang out after class too."
Janice M.
★★★★★
Beginner 3, Online Learner
“The instructor is very good at explaining things and keeping the class engaged. The two hours go by so quickly!”
Jeremy K
★★★★★
Intermediate 2, Online Learner
"I have already recommended the class to several friends... I described the class as a great class with lots of levels for different experience levels, affordable, great teachers, good timing, and fun environment with other students and TAs."

Choose your korean learning path

We offer several flexible learning options designed for adult learners—whether you’re local to Orange County or joining from anywhere in the U.S.

In Person Korean Classes

Irvine King Sejong Institute at Korean American Center

Small-group, weekly classes held at our Irvine campus. A great fit for those who enjoy face-to-face learning in a community setting.

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Online Korean Classes

Online Korean Class

Learn from anywhere through our structured, instructor-led virtual courses. Same curriculum and quality—just more flexibility.

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Learn Korean the Right Way—From Day One.

All courses are designed to build real-world communication skills:

  • Master the Korean alphabet (Hangul).
  • Develop grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
  • Improve speaking and listening for real conversations.
  • Learn to read and write in Korean.
  • Gain insight into Korean customs, etiquette, and culture.
  • Prepare for TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean), if desired.

You’ll also receive study tools, supplemental materials, and optional cultural learning experiences that make language learning fun, meaningful, and sustainable.

Learn Korean at Korean American Center Korean Classes for Adults

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Our adult Korean classes are offered each semester.
Registration opens in advance and classes fill quickly—early sign-up is encouraged!

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Learn Korean. Experience Culture. Connect Community.From our roots in Orange County to learners everywhere, our accredited Korean language and culture programs bring expert teaching and cultural connection online and in person.

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