Kookmin University in South Korea (USAC)
The Program
Kookmin University is the oldest national private university in Korea, located in North Seoul near beautiful Bukhansan National Park
The Seoul program offers courses that introduce you to the business, politics, economics, philosophy, religion, and language of Korea, one of the most rapidly developing nations in East Asia. Seoul is a city of opposites bustling with palaces, city gates, and temples next to government offices, embassies, theatres, shopping, and more. Seoul is also home to many IT corporations and is emerging as one of the most “wired” cities in the world, allowing you to experience the opportunities offered by the communications revolution.
Program Location
South Korea
Seoul
Seoul is located in the northwest corner of South Korea, and the Han River winds through the city, splitting it in two. It is an intriguing city, transforming itself from the Yi Dynasty capital of the Hermit Kingdom, to a major mover and shaker on the international scene, especially in the fields of commerce and sports. Despite the modern high-rises and freeways, the cityscape retains pockets of centuries-old temples, palaces, pagodas, and gardens.
Academics
Kookmin University is one of the leading private universities in Korea, with a total of 15 various colleges and 15 postgraduate schools. Students can choose from a wide range of undergraduate courses taught in English. You can find more information on the offered courses here.
Housing and Meals
Housing options include off-campus apartments and on- or off-campus residence halls. The apartments have a shared kitchen and the residence halls typically have a cafeteria available.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| ATW Program cost | $11,840 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• On Call International Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,700 |
| Meals | $1,500 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $250 |
| Alien Registration | $52 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $390 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total | $5,192.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| Program cost per Semester (Dorm) | $9,695 |
| Program cost per Semester (Apt Shared) | $11,250 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• On Call International Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,700 |
| Meals | $3,000 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $500 |
| Alien Registration | $52 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $780 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total | $8,532.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| All Students | |
|---|---|
| ATW Program cost | $11,840 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Housing
• Housing deposit
• Administrative Fees
• On Call International Insurance
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,700 |
| Meals | $1,500 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $250 |
| Alien Registration | $52 |
| USAC Application Fee | $100 |
| Local transportation | $390 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total | $5,192.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.