If you're ready to take your foreign language studies to the next level with a Buffalo Korean class, Varsity Tutors offers one of the most comprehensive products in the industry. Korean is spoken by about 75,000,000 people worldwide. It's the official language of South Korea and North Korea, but it has a significant number of speakers in the United States, Japan, Russia, and China as well.
Korean is considered a "language isolate," which means that linguists have yet to identify a clear relationship between Korean and any known language group. This forces Korean-learners to study new rules and words no matter which other languages they might know, adding to the degree of difficulty.
We've heard a variety of reasons for taking a Buffalo Korean class over the years. Area high school students at institutions such as Hutchinson Central Technical High School and City Honors School may want to learn the language for future college degree opportunities. Similarly, undergraduates attending local institutions such as the University at Buffalo may study Korean as they work toward a degree. Career-focused individuals may study Korean to add to their resume, while some study it out of an appreciation for the culture that produced it. Let Varsity Tutors help you work toward your goals no matter why you may have set them.
What can I go over during a Buffalo Korean course?
Practice is the most important component of learning any language, but finding somebody to practice Korean with on a regular basis can feel daunting. Thankfully, enrolling in a Buffalo Korean class gives you a set block of time each week to practice your spoken Korean skills with a knowledgeable instructor and several other students at the same level you are. If you're only just starting to study Korean, your instructor can be patient with you as you ask questions about the fundamentals. If you're a more advanced student of the language, your instructor may conduct entire sessions in Korean for a more immersive experience.
You can also practice your written Korean by taking a formal course. Korean has a phonetic alphabet comparable to the English system, but it's also acceptable to incorporate Chinese kanji that represent entire words into your work. Worse, there are no established rules for what to use when. If all of this seems too confusing for you, your instructor can help you come up with an approach that works for you.
Many students also want to review the finer points of Korean grammar. For example, all Korean sentences must end with either a verb or an adjective. This flies in the face of what English-speakers are accustomed to, as you would never say "she the bug caught" or "bug big" even though both structures are correct in Korean. If you need help recalling all of the ways in which Korean differs from English, your instructor can teach you some mnemonic devices to ease the emphasis on rote memorization.
How will my Buffalo Korean course be structured?
Every course we provide consists of a group of students meeting their expert instructor on our proprietary live virtual platform, essentially an online classroom that allows you all to see and hear each other in real time. This format is incredibly convenient, as you never need to worry about traffic making you late for a session.
You're free to interact with your classmates as well as your teacher, allowing everyone to work together to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the language. For instance, listening to your classmates speak exposes you to a variety of accents and dialects to better prepare you to hear Korean outside of an educational setting. Studying in a group also allows you to split the associated costs, making formal Korean lessons more affordable than you might expect. If you ever feel as though you could benefit from individualized attention, you also retain the right to arrange private study sessions with your teacher outside of normal class hours on an as-needed basis.
We understand how busy you are, so we strive to make all of our products as accessible as we can. We offer multiple courses concurrently, including both two- and four-week options to make it easier to find something that works for you. New sessions also start every month, so we're ready to get started when you are.
Can I enroll in a Buffalo Korean course today?
Sure. Educational consultants are currently available to answer any questions you have or help you enroll today, so reach out to Varsity Tutors using the information provided below. We look forward to enrolling you in a Buffalo Korean course!
Daeil: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...to the U.S. at the age of 19 to attend the State University of New York at Buffalo (University at Buffalo). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Media Study with a focus on Film & TV Production. Before graduating, I started my own film production company, where I've created music videos for various artists and commercials for such brands as Nike and Lotus Cars. I have also taught English in South Korea for two...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, Digital Communications and Multimedia
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- Art
- Visual Arts
- +5 subjects
Jeanna: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...a profound belief that a good education was crucial to your future. Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile justice civics class to...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Japanese
- Spanish
- History
- +57 subjects
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor in Arts, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Mandarin Chinese
- Elementary School Writing
- History
- +72 subjects
Andrew: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...also happy to help high school students develop their personal statements and offer advice about the college application process. As an immigrant from South Korea, I received a lot of tutoring and extra classes to get my English skills up to the level of my peers. As such, I am a strong believer in passing on not only what I have learned, but also the dedication that others had when teaching me. When I teach,...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Spanish
- Essay Editing
- SSAT- Upper Level
- +69 subjects
Jason: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...high school. I tutored students Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus. As I was working as a tutor, I discovered that 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...
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Algebra
- Languages
- CLEP
- +20 subjects
Sarah: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...platform. Having tutored since high school, I've grown to love watching a student's face light up after realizing they finally understand. There's nothing better than knowing you helped them get to that point. Currently a senior at BYU, I study Interdisciplinary Humanities and English. I'm the oldest of a large family in Maryland, just outside of DC. If all goes as planned, I'll be a graduate student at the University of Maryland-College Park next fall!...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University - Current Undergrad, Interdisciplinary Humanities-English
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary Math
- AP Art History
- Essay Editing
- +20 subjects
Matthew: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...received my Bachelor of Sciences in Anthropology and Human Biology with a minor in Predictive Health. After I graduated, 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...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Human Biology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Biology
- 7th Grade
- English
- +71 subjects
Chris: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...accept that a single number, derived from hasty answers to abstract questions, can play such a huge role in 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...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary Math
- Pre-Algebra
- Government
- +53 subjects
Eunki: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...favorite subjects to teach are chemistry and algebra because they feel like jigsaw puzzles that at first look very difficult but gradually become easier with time. Outside of work/school, I enjoy reading for leisure, mostly non-fiction (history, medicine, science), but I don't hesitate in picking fiction up after reading a good review (currently, I am finishing the last book in the series A Song of Ice and Fire aka Game of Thrones). I am an...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Biology/History
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- German
- Languages
- Study Skills
- +41 subjects
Samantha: Buffalo 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
- Math
- Calculus 2
- English
- +37 subjects
Brian: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...solution to a problem. In my spare time, I love being active by hiking around local mountains and playing basketball and talking sports. I believe that the students are the future generation. With that being said, it is imperative that students are educated thoroughly all the while enjoying the process of learning. Please do not shy away to ask me any questions regarding anything that you are curious about. I look forward to working with...
Education & Certification
- California State University of Long Beach - Bachelors, Criminal Justice
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- 6th Grade
- Algebra
- Elementary School Writing
- +36 subjects
AJ: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...to develop a unique tutoring style. This most often ranges from focusing on being able to explain concepts in words, to taking a more visual approach and looking at the big picture, to working through problems to figure out areas of difficulty. In my free time, I really enjoy playing alto saxophone and electric guitar, as well as working out at the gym and swimming laps in the pool. I have also been known to...
Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Mandarin Chinese
- Latin
- Calculus
- +73 subjects
Joo Ree: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...a metro area school district. I am excited to tutor students of all ages in a variety of academic 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...
Education & Certification
- Carleton College - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Masters, Educational Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Mandarin Chinese
- ACT English
- College Essays
- +29 subjects
Michael: Buffalo 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
- Japanese
- Reading
- ESL/ELL
- +5 subjects
Jason: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...you will. I am an avid runner, and in fact, having done several half-marathons, now I am registered and training for my first full marathon later this year: NYC Marathon 2015! Wish me luck! Also, being a former piano major and a lifetime music lover, I still perform chamber music as a hobby and attend concerts and operas frequently, and of course, I'm also a great fan of the theatres in general, musicals as well...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
- NYU College of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Science, Dentistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Piano
- SSAT
- ISEE
- +23 subjects
Amy: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...a degree in Biology. I have over eight years of experience teaching and tutoring middle school and high school students. I have tutored a wide range of subjects, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, SAT preparation, English, Biology, Spanish, and other core academic subjects. I particularly enjoy teaching mathematics, English, and SAT preparation, as well as editing and providing feedback on student essays. Writing has been a meaningful form of self-expression for me since childhood, and I...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Spanish
- Greek
- ACT Math
- +63 subjects
Jennifer: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...if they think I am wrong, do their own research, and decide what they believe is true based on their own experiences and observations. These will be the most important lesson that I teach my students. I believe that for a child to be truly successful in life it is important that they have a strong sense of what is right and wrong, the ability to think critically and to ask questions, the heart to...
Education & Certification
- Central Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese
- Heritage University - Masters, Elementary Education K-8
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Japanese
- Elementary School Math
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +16 subjects
Sarah: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...majoring in Biology on the pre-health track. I've always been passionate about helping others, especially when it comes to learning and academic growth. During high school, I took on leadership roles, including serving as a club president, which helped me develop strong communication and mentoring skills. For two years, I volunteered as a teacher assistant at a Korean school, where I supported students in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in Korean. This experience deepened my...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Replit
- Lovable
- Cursor
- +16 subjects
Connie: Buffalo 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
- High School Chemistry
- Statistics
- ACT Math
- +38 subjects
Mazaher: Buffalo Korean course instructor
...expertise in teaching financial literacy, accounting, and English as a second language, as well as Korean. Experienced in creating engaging, culturally responsive lessons for diverse high school, college, and professional audiences. Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic decision-making, with a proven track record of mentoring students, developing innovative curriculums, and driving operational efficiency. Fluent in Dari and English, with proficiency in Korean, dedicated to fostering academic and personal success in diverse learning environments.
Education & Certification
- Chonnam National University - Bachelor, Business Adiministration
- University of Miami - Masters in Business Administration, International Business
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Financial Accounting
- Languages
- College Accounting
- +5 subjects