BA Korean Language and Literature at George Washington University

Programme overview

GW's Korean language and literature program equips student with oral and written proficiency in Korean. Courses in language, literature, and film provide students with an understanding of Korean history, literature, and culture. Students learn not only to read, write, and speak Korean, but also to embrace the Korean way of thinking and gain the ability to view themselves and others in a broader perspective. The program works closely with other East Asian and humanities communities within and beyond GW.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: East Asian Languages and Literatures | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. These prerequisite courses are not required for students who demonstrate proficiency beyond the level of a given course.

Career pathways

Program graduates go on to careers in the diplomatic service, international business, intelligence, defense, journalism, and graduate studies, including law and medicine.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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