Choose a Houston Korean course offered by Varsity Tutors, and you'll learn in an environment with unique advantages and benefits. Korean might be a challenging language for many English speakers, especially because it's such a unique language. There are very few similarities between Korean and other language groups, and experts still aren't sure where it came from or how it evolved. These types of languages are known as "language isolates," and Korean is the only known example of this in the modern world. While there are some minor similarities between Korean and Japanese, it's not nearly enough to form a conclusive connection. When you learn Korean, you'll be tackling all sorts of interesting and advanced concepts that you won't find any other language. This might be a difficult experience, but it's also very rewarding.
These rewards might extend to your academic or professional career. Many university students might benefit from Korean language education, as many programs have language requirements. You might find these programs at the University of Houston and other institutions. High school students might also want to learn Korean from a relatively young age, which could be a smart decision. A solid grasp of the Korean language might help when you apply for universities. Korean courses are easy to fit in with your regular studies, whether you're studying at Dobie High School, Elsik High School, or other secondary institutions. Many working professionals also choose to learn Korean to give themselves an advantage in their career. South Korea is home to some of the world's largest and most influential corporations, such as Hyundai and LG. You never know what kinds of networking opportunities might arise once you learn this language.
What Might A Houston Korean Course Cover?
Korean is considered a language isolate for many reasons, but its writing system is definitely a major factor. Korean uses a unique syllabic alphabet called Hangul, and many linguistic experts hail this system as one of the most advanced and phonologically faithful in the world. English is filled with silent letters and confusing pronunciation rules, but Hangul is incredibly straightforward and efficient. Words are pronounced exactly as they're written, and consonants are even shaped like your mouth as you make the corresponding sounds. Written Korean might look like the pictograms common in Japanese and Chinese, but they're actually innovative blocks of syllabic characters that make up entire words and sentences. Memorizing and understanding Hangul might be a challenge at first, but it's actually quite a user-friendly system once you get the hang of it.
Korean sentences must always end with either a verb or an adjective. Because these words often contain crucial information, it's very important to listen carefully to the end of Korean sentences. Expressions might change drastically based on that final word, transforming into past tense or future tense. Unlike English, verb conjugation in Korean is based on who you're speaking to, rather than what you're speaking about.
How Will I Learn With A Houston Korean Course?
Your Houston Korean course is a fully online learning environment, and each session takes place in a virtual classroom. These virtual classrooms are actually quite similar to a traditional learning environment, as you'll learn alongside other students with an instructor leading each session. These courses are also highly interactive, and you can ask questions and voice your opinion as you would in a normal classroom. Collaborative learning is a major focus here, and this learning style has proven benefits. You might find this approach especially helpful when learning a new language, as you'll have plenty of opportunities to practice your Korean skills with classmates. Your instructors are chosen based on their excellent communication skills in addition to their overall mastery of the Korean language. If you ever need extra help with difficult Korean concepts, you can always speak with your instructor on a one-on-one basis.
How Do You Sign Up For A Houston Korean Class?
A range of flexible scheduling options makes it easy to sign up for your Houston Korean class, whether you're a busy working professional or a hard-working student. You can choose either a two-week or four-week class, and each class offers various time slots. Night classes and weekend classes are both popular options, and you can even take a class during your lunch break!
New classes start up every month, so it's never too late to start learning this unique language. Get started today, and contact Varsity Tutors today for all the information you need to take your first Houston Korean class.

Hanjun: Houston Korean course instructor
...independent learning habits that will allow them to be academically successful. I practice what I teach- I am a 4.0 premedical student at Rice University majoring in Biochemistry and Cell Biology as well as Sports Medicine. I received a perfect score of 2400 on the SAT and a perfect score of 36 on the ACT in high school, and am currently self-studying for the MCAT using the same strategies I use to teach the SAT...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- IB Biology
- Trigonometry
- Technology and Coding
- +75 subjects

Akanksha: Houston Korean course instructor
...I try to teach my students with that same passion in hopes that I might ignite them not only to absorb the material we are currently studying but to become proactive and go above and beyond the texts. If you haven't guessed already by my choice of major and experience, I LOVE Biology! In addition, I tutor in a wide variety of subjects, including SAT Math, Algebra I & 2, Pre Calc, Physics, Chemistry, and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Latin 3
- World History
- Pre-Calculus
- +72 subjects

Maston: Houston Korean course instructor
...to learn a new language, discover an unknown culture or just anyone interested in a new hobby! After spending the last 15 years working as an English instructor in Japan, I returned to America and hope to continue teaching. My first introduction to Japanese began in High School and quickly grew into my main focus academically. In 2003 I was part of the National Japan Bowl, placing first locally (Houston) and was able to attend...
Education & Certification
- University of North Texas - Bachelor of Technology, Ecommerce
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- Adult ESL/ELL
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +7 subjects

Matthew: Houston Korean course instructor
I love to learn - so it brings me deep satisfaction when I can be the catalyst for deep learning in others. I believe most people are far more capable than they give themselves credit for. My goal is to help individuals realize their full potential :)
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Audio Engineering
- Calculus
- Phonics
- +42 subjects

Clint: Houston Korean course instructor
...providing administrative roles in a variety of educational settings. I first started out teaching abroad in the Korean University system (Donnguk University & Daegu Catholic University) for 7 years. After my son got close to kindergarten age, I moved back to the states where I became interested in special needs students. This fall I am completing a Masters of Science in Special Education Teaching and will be starting my doctoral studies at either Texas State...
Education & Certification
- Tusculum College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Capella University - Master of Science, Special Education
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- College English
- Phonics
- Test Prep
- +57 subjects

Connie: Houston Korean course instructor
...received my Bachelor of Science and Arts in Biochemistry with minors in Korean and Health Communication along with a certificate in Pre-Health Professions. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and Science. I believe that every student has the potential to grow and learn no matter what age they are. It is important to solidify strengths and improve on weaknesses. I hope to guide students by sharing my...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- College Biology
- AP Statistics
- +38 subjects

Addison: Houston Korean course instructor
...they understand every concept. I have a strong understanding of math including all areas of the ACT and SAT which include algebra, plane geometry, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, word problems, and precalculus. I helped tutor many students who struggle in math in school and have also helped a student improve her SAT math score from 560 to 700, and I am confident that anyone can do the same! I know all the tricks and nuances the...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Multivariable Calculus
- ACT Math
- PSAT Writing Skills
- +68 subjects

Mosely: Houston Korean course instructor
...private school in Texas where I teach several secondary school subjects with priority on STEM subjects and Spanish. I've been surrounded by great professors and teachers throughout my educational career and this has built a foundation on how I teach my students. I'm a Spanish native speaker and hold a BS in Business and an MBA from Texas Woman's University. More specifically, I'm knowledgeable in college prep exams for High School students.
Education & Certification
- Texas Womans University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- Texas Womans University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Cost Accounting
- Differential Equations
- College Business
- +168 subjects

Amanda: Houston Korean course instructor
...at the Downingtown STEM Academy and graduated May 2018 from the University of Alabama with a 4.2. I have a BS in Biology with minors in Social Work and Social Welfare. I will be graduating with an MD and MPH in May 2022. I tutor english, math, geometry, algebra, SAT, ACT, MCAT, USMLE chemistry, biology, organic chemistry, and writing along with other subjects. I've worked with rural students in Alabama, students in the Greater Philadelphia...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Baylor College of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- College Biology
- Multivariable Calculus
- Agricultural Science
- +157 subjects

Julie: Houston Korean course instructor
...also took pre-requisite science courses for health professional schools and Dental Admission Test (DAT) . Since graduation, I have been working as a research assistant/laboratory manager at academic/research institutions. I am in the process of applying to graduate school and plan to pursue my Ph.D. in Bioengineering. I have been continuously involved in helping students learn as a teaching assistant in college and as a private tutor. I tutor Algebra, Geometry, DAT and GRE math....
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Nanomedicine Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- Math
- Geometry
- +16 subjects

Seong Shin: Houston Korean course instructor
As a native Korean, I can help any problems or questions you might have with your Korean study. I am very excited to work with you! I did my undergraduate and Master's degree in Seoul, Korea, and Doctorate at UW- Madison. Korean is my mother language, and I am fluent in English.
Education & Certification
- Chugye University for Arts - Bachelor in Arts, Voice and Opera
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Philosophy, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages

Hyein: Houston Korean course instructor
Hi my name is Hyein Samantha Oh and I am happy to tutor any students from grades 1-12. My favorite subject is Math and Science and I am currently in college to become a math teacher! I hope to teach students in a fun and relevant environment!
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary School Math
- Middle School
- High School Biology
- +27 subjects

Chris: Houston Korean course instructor
...your future. My own experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want in a verbal section, but the forms and patterns of the questions themselves. With thoughtful effort, any student can learn to understand the language of test-taking....
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Test Prep
- PSAT Writing Skills
- English
- +53 subjects

Emily: Houston Korean course instructor
...from how it affects our thought process to the way it maneuvers the movements of our body and our actions. I worked at the National Institute of Mental Health to study Schizophrenia, a disease of the brain that affects and debilitates many patients across the globe. Currently, I am a medical student in DC. I like exploring new cities, hiking, or trying new food and cuisines. During the winter, I love to snowboard. I am...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- 4th Grade Reading
- 5th Grade Writing
- SAT
- +65 subjects

Michelle: Houston Korean course instructor
...My favorite subject to teach is SAT because with the right help it is a standardized test that can see huge improvements in scores. Writing section is especially my forte because I think that grammar is the basic building block of the English language that deserves a little more attention in school. I feel a great sense of fulfillment when students start to understand the different structures of English sentences and appreciate such knowledge. In...
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- AP Calculus AB
- SAT
- High School English
- +30 subjects

Joo Ree: Houston Korean course instructor
...and test prep areas. I was raised in the U.S. and am a native English speaker with a diverse educational background. I attended preschool through 11th grade in the U.S. and received my high school (international baccalaureate) diploma from an international boarding school in Hong Kong. During college, I studied Mandarin Chinese and Korean. I completed 6 months of study abroad in South Korea. I have extensive 1:1 tutoring experience. In college, I worked as...
Education & Certification
- Carleton College - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Masters, Educational Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Pre-Algebra
- College English
- Middle School Math
- +29 subjects

Michael: Houston Korean course instructor
I have been teaching ESL for three years in Nevada and Korea. I would love to help your students reach their their full potential in any language. I also have experience with reading and writing having volunteered in New York classrooms and helping friends with their troubles.
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Friends World
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- Writing
- Japanese
- +5 subjects

Matthew: Houston Korean course instructor
...I worked as a laboratory assistant at a cardiology lab at Emory University School of Medicine. While I am interested in chemistry, math among others in STEM, I am very passionate about biotechnology and general biology including genetics, physiology, and cell biology. As an aspiring dentist, I am currently working towards getting a dental degree. During my undergraduate career, I had several experiences of helping other students with learning materials and quiz/exam preparation. I am...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Human Biology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- 6th Grade
- DAT Survey of the Natural Sciences
- Math
- +71 subjects

Jason: Houston Korean course instructor
...I am very patient and positive. I tried really hard to help students understand the questions, background behind the questions, and ways to approach to solve the questions. I am a senior at university with Chemistry with Pre-dental degree. I am working at school as a peer tutor as well, teaching chemistry and math. I really like to teach students and feel happiness when they understand the concepts of questions! Outside of tutoring, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Science
- Elementary School Math
- DAT Quantitative Reasoning
- +20 subjects

Dajeong: Houston Korean course instructor
I believe encouraging students to have motivation is the most important thing. I want students to find joy to study and enhance their studying skills. I can direct them and teach studying materials, but how to absorb the knowledge is up to them. I want to help them to have the right motivation and become an active student to achieve their future goals.
Education & Certification
- Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Geometry
- Microbiology
- High School Biology
- +10 subjects