Korean Exam Prep · TOPIK I & II
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27 Korean teachers specializing in TOPIK I (levels 1–2) and TOPIK II (levels 3–6). Trial lesson from $1.
Vocabulary building, listening comprehension, and TOPIK II essay writing — all tailored to your target level and exam date.
K-drama and K-pop got you here? TOPIK turns your passion into a recognized credential. Whether you want to study in Seoul, work in Korea, or simply reach the level where dramas need no subtitles — TOPIK I is your first milestone and TOPIK II unlocks every official pathway.
TOPIK I vs TOPIK II — What's the Difference?
TOPIK I
Scores 0–200. Grants Level 1 (80–139) or Level 2 (140–200). Tests listening and reading only — no writing section.
- • Best for beginners and casual learners
- • No formal writing requirement
- • Completed in 100 minutes
TOPIK II
Scores 0–300. Grants Levels 3–6. Tests listening, reading, and writing including a formal essay.
- • Level 4: Korean work visa (E series)
- • Level 5: F-5 permanent residency
- • Level 6: Government and academic standard
TOPIK Levels at a Glance
Each exam scores out of 200 (TOPIK I) or 300 (TOPIK II). Grades are awarded based on total score.
| Level | Exam | Score Range | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOPIK I — Level 1 | TOPIK I | 80–139 | Basic daily communication; K-pop/K-drama starter |
| TOPIK I — Level 2 | TOPIK I | 140–200 | Comfortable basic communication; beginner certification |
| TOPIK II — Level 3 | TOPIK II | 120–149 | University preparation; everyday topics |
| TOPIK II — Level 4 | TOPIK II | 150–189 | Work visa eligibility; professional communication |
| TOPIK II — Level 5 | TOPIK II | 190–229 | Permanent residency (F-5 visa); research-level Korean |
| TOPIK II — Level 6 | TOPIK II | 230–300 | Full professional fluency; government and academic use |
3 TOPIK Prep Strategies That Work
TOPIK rewards focused preparation. Your tutor builds all three into every lesson plan.
Hangul & Vocabulary Foundation
TOPIK I rewards strong Hangul reading speed and a solid core vocabulary. Your tutor runs systematic reading drills — starting with the most common 800 words and building to 3,500+ for TOPIK II — using spaced repetition tailored to your exam date.
Listening Comprehension Drills
Both TOPIK I and TOPIK II include a listening section with natural conversational Korean. Your tutor trains you with official past-paper audio and authentic Korean media — news clips, drama dialogue, and podcast excerpts — at the exact speed of the real exam.
TOPIK II Essay Writing
Levels 3–6 require short-answer and essay responses in Korean. This is where most students lose marks. Your tutor works through official essay prompts, corrects grammar and honorifics, and builds the formal writing style that examiners reward.
Meet Some TOPIK Specialists
Every Unox TOPIK tutor holds verified Korean teaching credentials and exam specialization.
Kim Jisoo
TOPIK I Beginner Specialist
7 years teaching TOPIK I preparation to international students. Specializes in Hangul literacy, listening drills, and reading comprehension. Average student reaches Level 2 in 3 months.
From $26/hr
Park Sooyeon
TOPIK II Intermediate Coach
Helped 150+ students earn TOPIK Level 4 for Korean work visas. Expert in grammar-focused writing tasks and the TOPIK II essay section.
From $36/hr
Professor Choi
TOPIK II Advanced & Academic
Seoul National University graduate specializing in TOPIK Level 5–6 for permanent residency and academic admissions. Expert in formal written Korean.
From $52/hr
“Scored Level 4 on my first TOPIK II attempt. The essay section felt impossible until my tutor broke down exactly what the markers want. Three months of focused prep was all it took.”
Amara K.
TOPIK Level 4 certified · Unox student
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