At Beyond Border Learning Journey, we believe that the learning becomes truly meaningful when people meet, learn, and grow together across borders. Our Korea Exchange Program offers learners from overseas the opportunity to connect with Korean schools and organizations through thoughtfully designed cultural and academic experiences.

🧭 What is Korea Exchange Program?
A customized exchange experience that connects international students(learners) with Korean schools(institutions) for cultural learning, friendship, academic and life insight exploration.

🏫 Who Is It For?
Middle & high school, College, University, Institute, organization and corporation
People & group seeking global exposure and connection with Korean schools

🏛️Understanding the Korean Education System
South Korea is known for its strong emphasis on education and academic achievement. The system is structured, competitive, and highly regarded worldwide for producing high-performing students and people.

📘 Structure of the Korean Education System
Kindergarten (ages 3–5) – Optional, but popular as preparation for elementary school.
Elementary School (ages 6–12) – 6 years of compulsory education focusing on basic subjects, creativity, and social skills.
Middle School (ages 13–15) – 3 years of compulsory education; curriculum includes Korean, English, math, science, social studies, music, arts, and physical education.
High School (ages 16–18) – 3 years of advanced academic training; students may attend:
General high schools, Specialized high schools (science, foreign languages, arts),Vocational high schools
University & College – 4-year universities or 2–3 year colleges; entrance is highly competitive and based on the national CSAT (College Scholastic Ability Test).

🎓 Key Features of Korean Education
High Academic Standards: Students often attend after-school academies (“hagwon”) for extra study.
Technology-Integrated Classrooms: Smart learning environments are common.
Moral and Character Education: Emphasis on respect, discipline, and community responsibility.
Globalization: Increasing focus on English and international programs.

🧭Process of Organizing School Exchange Program

⚠️ Guidelines for Organizing a Student Exchange Program

☑ Begin the process of finding a host school as early as possible.
Matching timelines vary depending on the school and its location, but on average, it takes 1 to 2 months. All applications must be submitted at least 2 months before the scheduled exchange date. We recommend starting the host school search at least 3 months in advance.
Please also check the availability of flight and accommodation reservations before applying for the school exchange program.

☑ Matching difficulty varies depending on the season and school academic situation.
Generally, school vacation period is for summer ( late July-August), and winter vacation(December-February)
Matching may be difficult during the exam period: Mid-term exam, and Final-term exam.

☑ Avoid cancellations once the host school is confirmed.
To maintain good relations and avoid causing inconvenience, please refrain from canceling once a host school has been matched. Likewise, do not submit applications to multiple host schools simultaneously, as this is not permitted.