5 Korean Dramas with High School Themes Airing in 2025, Must Be on Your Watchlist!

STUDY GROUP (2025) This high school-themed Korean drama follows Yun Ga Min, a student at the worst school who wants to succeed academically but excels in fighting. He forms a study group to face college entrance exams but must confront bullies. Together with his teacher, Lee Han Gyeong, he strives to make his school a better place. This drama can be watched on TVING, Vidio.

FRIENDLY RIVALRY (2025) Woo Seul Gi, a student from an orphanage, transfers to an elite school in Seoul. He struggles to adapt until he meets Yoo Je Yi, the smartest and most influential student. This high school-themed Korean drama depicts a rivalry that evolves into a complex relationship between friendship and obsession. Seul Gi must determine whether Je Yi is truly a friend or a threat. This drama can be watched on Vidio.

UNDERCOVER HIGH SCHOOL (2025) Jung Hae Seong, an NIS agent, goes undercover as a high school student to find the missing treasure of King Gojong. At the elite Byeongmoon school, he meets his homeroom teacher, O Su A, who unknowingly brings him closer to his past love. This Korean drama themed around high school combines action, mystery, and romance in a thrilling mission. The drama can be enjoyed on Disney+ and VIU.

I AM A RUNNING MATE (2025) - COMING SOON Se Hoon, an exemplary student, tries to erase the embarrassing label he received due to an incident on the bus. He agrees to be the election partner of Won Dae, only to realize that he is his last choice. This Korean drama themed around high school showcases Se Hoon's struggles in school politics, friendship, and the search for self-esteem. Watch this drama on Wavve and VIU.

WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU TANGERINES (2025) - COMING SOON Set against the backdrop of rural Jeju, the spirited Ae Sun dreams of becoming a poet, while the quiet Gwan Sik only knows how to love her in silence. This Korean drama themed around high school brings a nostalgic vibe with a teenage love story from a classic era, colored by unforgettable struggles and dreams. This drama will be available on Netflix. That’s the list of high school-themed Korean dramas airing in 2025. There are still many more Korean drama recommendations that KLovers can discover by reading articles on kapanlagi.com. Because, if not now, when?