June 2026 Education Changes
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Detailed Implementation Plan Published for the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (South Korea, June 2026)
The detailed implementation plan for the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test was published. It confirms the operational framework for the national university entrance exam scheduled for November 19, 2026.
2027-2030 Elementary and Secondary Subject Teacher Supply Direction Announced (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education announced the medium-term teacher supply direction for 2027-2030 in response to demographic change and new education policy needs. The plan gives public hiring ranges for elementary and secondary subject teachers and links staffing to small schools, growing areas, the high school credit system and AI talent development.
2027 CSAT September Mock Evaluation Plan Set for September 2 (South Korea, June 2026)
The 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test September mock evaluation plan was announced, setting the national mock exam for September 2, 2026. Application registration runs from June 19 to July 1, 2026.
National Training Program to Prepare 10,000 AI Lead Teachers (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education announced training for about 10,000 elementary and secondary teachers to lead professional classroom use of AI. The 2026 program runs from June 23 to August 7 across six regions.
Selection Plan Announced for National Representative Flagship National Universities (South Korea, June 2026)
The government announced a 2026 selection plan for national representative flagship national universities intended to drive regional growth. The plan creates a dedicated selection route for package support linked to regional talent and growth strategies.
Draft Plan Issued for Local Private University Specialization Support (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education released a draft basic plan for the 2026 Local University Specialization Leading University Support Project. The proposal targets regional private universities and links support to specialization, restructuring and regional growth.
Kindergarten Substitute Teacher Support Improvement Plan Announced (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education announced an improvement plan to reduce kindergarten education gaps when teachers are absent. The plan focuses on substitute staffing, teacher leave rights and more consistent support across public and private kindergartens.
Six New Meister High Schools Designated for Advanced Industry Fields (South Korea, June 2026)
South Korea designated six additional specialized vocational high schools as Meister High Schools for advanced industry talent. The schools will receive support for curriculum redesign, practice facilities, teacher training and opening preparation.
Higher Education Innovation Special Zones Expanded with 16 Regulatory Exceptions (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education newly designated or amended five higher education innovation special zones and granted 16 regulatory exceptions. The measure expands regulatory flexibility for non-metropolitan universities, including joint degrees with junior colleges and wider facility leasing rules.
Five Consortia Selected to Link Vocational High School and Junior College Curricula (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education selected five consortia for a new support project linking vocational high school and junior college curricula. The change is designed to create smoother technical education pathways from secondary vocational programs into specialized higher vocational education.
South Korea Adds 16 Agreement-Type Specialized High Schools (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education selected 16 schools in 10 regions for the third round of agreement-type specialized high schools. The selected schools will prepare in the second half of 2026 and begin recruiting new students from 2027.
South Korea Selects 118 Schools for AI Convergence Education Rooms (South Korea, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education selected 118 schools to establish AI convergence education rooms, backed by KRW 16.7 billion in national funding. The measure adds dedicated AI and STEAM learning spaces to selected elementary and secondary schools.