Find the Right Korean Program for Your Level and Goal

Choose the best Korean program based on your level, study style, and goals.
Whether you want flexible self-study, guided speaking practice, or TOPIK preparation, JAEM Korean has a program for you.

Which Korean Program Fits You Best?

Each program is designed for different goals, levels, and study styles.
Compare the options below and choose the one that fits you best.

  • Beginners to lower intermediate learners
  • Build speaking confidence and study habits
  • Flexible and structured
  • Intermediate learners who want faster progress
  • More speaking, writing, and accountability
  • More active and intensive
  • Learners preparing for TOPIK II
  • Reading, writing, listening, and strategy
  • Test-focused

Choose your challenge

Live, speaking-focused Korean — next cohorts starting soon

Intensive Challenge

  • Next cohortStarts Jul 13, 2026
  • Duration6 weeks · live (no recordings)
  • Group classWed·Fri AM + Sat PM (KST)
  • Cohort sizeMax 20 · Intermediate–advanced

From $249 · incl. 1:1 speaking + weekly missions

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Step by Step Challenge & Video

  • Next challengeStarts Jul 13, 2026
  • FormatVideo course and / or challenge
  • Video access1 year · Discord community
  • LevelBeginner–lower intermediate

From $139 · 7-step lessons + 1:1 speaking

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TOPIK 2 Master

  • 2026 cohortsAug 4 & Sep 22
  • Duration6 weeks · 2 theory + 4 practice
  • TargetTOPIK II · Levels 3–6
  • One enrollmentCovers multiple exam dates

$299 · incl. 1:1 writing feedback 30min × 4

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Step by Step

A flexible Korean program with self-study video lessons and guided challenge options.

Best For:

  • Beginners to lower intermediate learners
  • Learners who want more structure
  • Students who want to build a study habit
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Intensive Challenge

A more focused Korean program for learners who want deeper speaking, writing, and accountability.

Best For:

  • Intermediate learners
  • Students who want faster progress
  • Learners who need missions and coaching
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TOPIK 2 Master

A complete Korean test preparation program for learners aiming for TOPIK II Level 3–6.

Best For:

  • TOPIK students
  • Learners applying for school or work
  • Students preparing for higher Korean levels

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Introduction to the JAEM Challenges

How are the 'step by step & Intensive challenges' different?

Let’s find out what the two challenges have in common and what makes them different.

Upcoming Schedule

Show the next opening dates for:

  • Step by Step Challenge
  • Intensive Challenge
  • TOPIK 2 Master

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Learn Korean with JAEM

Studying abroad? Busy schedule? No problem.

With JAEM Korean, you’ll build real, practical Korean through a proven habit system and guidance from native Korean teachers.

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Building a study habit is the fastest path to fluency.

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Think in Korean — don’t translate.

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Grammar alone won’t make you speak.

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Study differently depending on your level. That’s how you grow fast.

Why JAEM Korean Programs Work

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Our classes are not about passive learning.

They are designed with missions, real-life tasks, and coaching
— so you stay motivated and keep improving.

  • Stronger speaking confidence
  • Better writing habits
  • More consistent study habits
  • Better understanding of real Korean expressions
  • More active Korean use in daily life
  • More confidence with discussion, reading, and practical topics

JAEM Korean Learning Path

Level-Based Curriculum, A different approach for each level

Absolute beginners build foundations through essential grammar and speaking patterns.

From the intermediate level, you learn through living content — drama clips, news stories, and real-life Korean so the language finally “sticks.”

How the Challenge Works

Build habits. Improve consistently. Stay motivated.

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Daily Missions

Learn Korean through short, focused tasks you can complete every day.

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1:1 Feedback & Speaking Practice

Get personalized corrections and speaking support from your coach.

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Group Classes & Community

Practice real conversations and stay motivated with fellow learners.

Daily Missions

What missions will you do?

  • Daily speaking tasks
  • Pattern practice & sentence building
  • Listening from real Korean content
  • Short writing tasks
  • Weekly “Big Challenge” for deeper learning

Personal Coach

Why a Personal Coach Matters

Most learners quit after 2 weeks.
With a coach, you stay consistent — and you actually improve.

Your coach provides:

  • Personalized feedback
  • Weekly 1:1 Session
  • Weekly motivation
  • Learning direction for fast progress

Group Classes

What You’ll Do in Group Classes

Practice speaking, build confidence, and learn from others.

  • Conversation role-plays
  • Pattern-based speaking drills
  • Topic discussions
  • Pronunciation practice
  • TOPIK review (for exam learners)
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Frequently asked questions

Is JAEM Korean good for beginners?
Yes — the Step by Step Challenge & Video is designed for beginner to lower-intermediate learners. The Intensive Challenge is for intermediate-to-advanced learners (around TOPIK 5–6 level).
Are the classes live or recorded?
The Intensive Challenge is live with no recordings. TOPIK 2 Master is live (group classes). The Step by Step video course is self-paced; its challenge uses recorded lessons plus missions.
Do I actually get to speak?
Yes. Every program includes real speaking practice — live group discussion and/or 1:1 speaking sessions, with on-the-spot grammar and pronunciation correction.
How long are the programs?
Each challenge ticket is 6 weeks. TOPIK 2 Master is 6 weeks (2 weeks theory + 4 weeks practice). The Step by Step video course gives 1-year access.
How do I prepare for the TOPIK exam?
TOPIK 2 Master targets TOPIK II levels 3–6 with reading and writing strategy plus 1:1 writing feedback, and one enrollment covers multiple exam dates in a season.
How much does it cost?
Programs start at $139 (Step by Step video course), $249 (Intensive Challenge), and $299 (TOPIK 2 Master).
How do I pay?
By credit/debit card, PayPal, or Korean bank transfer.
Where are JAEM Korean's students from?
Learners join from Korea, the United States, Europe, and Singapore.

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TOPIK II Season · 2026

One enrollment, ready for multiple TOPIK exams

TOPIK 2 Master (levels 3–6): reading & writing strategy + 1:1 feedback. One 6-week run preps you for several exam dates.

Cohort 1Aug 4 – Sep 14→ Sep 12 · Oct 18 · Oct 24
Cohort 2Sep 22 – Nov 3→ Oct 24 · Nov 15 · Nov 28
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