Philippine Language Study & Academy Daily News — 2026-08-02

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Academy Operations & Program Updates

CPI Cebu Academy Launches 2026 Second-Half Promotion The CPI Academy in Cebu is offering a discount of 25,000 KRW per week for programs running between August 24, 2026, and January 1, 2027. For studies that include December, an additional 25,000 KRW discount per week is available, allowing for maximum cumulative savings. Furthermore, the first 20 students to depart between August 24 and September 28 will receive one additional 1:1 class.

CG Academy Year-End Promotion The CG Academy in Cebu is currently running a year-end promotion for students departing on or after August 23, 2026. A discount of 100,000 KRW per week is applied, with a maximum discount of 200,000 KRW (up to 2 weeks).

PhilTong Study Abroad Offers Budget-Friendly Peak Season Deals PhilTong Study Abroad, an agency specializing in Philippine language studies, is offering some of the lowest prices currently available in Korea. Reports indicate that some schools currently have programs starting from the 700,000 KRW range per month, including room and board.

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Promotions & Study Benefits

The 54th Philippine Study Abroad Fair on August 29 Korea’s largest exclusive Philippine study abroad fair will take place on August 29 at COEX in Seoul, featuring over 30 local academies from Cebu, Baguio, and Clark. This event is a great opportunity to directly compare costs and tuition fees for studying in the Philippines.

Sibling Discounts and Off-Season Benefits Various academies are operating diverse discount programs, including sibling discounts (100,000 KRW), 1+1 promotions, and experience group deals. Additional off-season perks, such as room upgrades or extra 1:1 classes, are also being offered.

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Local Life & Education News

Sharing Real Philippine Study Abroad Experiences Students who have returned from language studies in the Philippines are actively sharing their experiences. One student reported graduating at a Pre-intermediate level after two months, noting that they gained foreign friends, confidence in English, and new experiences like scuba diving.

Reviews Posted on Jongro Study Abroad According to reviews posted on Jongro Study Abroad, students who initially felt that three months was a long time ended up having a positive experience after the adjustment period. Common topics in these reviews include navigating local transportation and adapting to life in the Philippines.

Note: This report includes information released within the 24 hours leading up to Friday, August 2, 2026. All information can be verified through the cited sources.