Study Literature in South Korea
22 programmes in literature at 7 universities in South Korea are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 4,305 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 3,539 USD and 6,702 USD.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Literature programmes
22 programmes
Literature in South Korea by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 8 | 3,539 USD | 4,305 USD | 6,702 USD |
| Master's | 5 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 9 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within literature
Universities for literature in South Korea
Study Literature in South Korea: common questions
- How many literature programmes are there in South Korea?
- 22 literature programmes at 7 universities in South Korea are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- How much does a literature degree in South Korea cost?
- The median yearly tuition for bachelor's programmes in literature in South Korea is 4,305 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 3,539 USD and 6,702 USD per year.
- Can I study literature in South Korea in English?
- Yes — 100% of the literature programmes in South Korea in our catalogue are taught in English (22 of 22).
More on studying in South Korea: tuition statistics , application deadlines or the country guide .
Planning to study literature in South Korea?
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