ESTIMATED COST OF LIVING
This information is provided solely as a general reference based on the average cost of living in the university’s local area. It is accurate as of November 2025. Actual individual expenses may vary depending on personal lifestyle and spending habits.
Housing |
on-campus *no deposit |
Single room |
approx. 2,500,000 - 3,500,000 KRW per semester |
Double room |
approx. 1,500,000 - 2,000,000 KRW per semester |
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off-campus |
Rent |
average 709,000 KRW per month |
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Deposit |
average 10,000,000 KRW |
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Utilities |
average 101,000 KRW per month |
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Food & Meals |
KRW 23,539 per day *Based on eating out. Costs may be lower if using on-campus cafeterias. *Meal plans are not provided. |
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Health Insurance |
Group Insurance |
1 semester |
42,000 KRW |
full year |
60,000 KRW |
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If you are already covered by another insurance plan valid in Korea, you are not required to enroll in the group insurance. |
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National Health Insurance |
Mandatory |
approx. 77,000 KRW per month |
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Public Transportation |
(Seoul, as of September 2025) - Subway: 1,650 KRW - Bus: 1,500 KRW - Taxi: Base fare 4,800 KRW for the first 1.6 km + Distance fare 100 KRW per 131m - Airport express (AREX): 11,000 KRW - Airport subway: 4,800 KRW - Airport bus: approx. 18,000 KRW |
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Books & Supplies |
300,000 KRW |
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Other Expenses |
Foreigner Registration Fee (to Korean Immigration Office) (mandatory) 50,000 KRW, one-time
On-campus Health Center Fee (optional) 23,200 KRW, one-time per semester |
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