KDU “Professional Career Success”
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Fees and Cost of Living
Tuition Fees and Estimated Cost of Living
Tuition Fees for International Students for 2026-2027 at KDU Global
| Program of Study | Courses | Tuition Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree Courses |
|
$4,000* | Per semester (Six months) The amount indicated is without scholarships. |
| Master’s Degree Courses |
|
$5,000* | Per semester (Six months) The amount indicated is without scholarships. |
| PhD Degree Courses |
|
$5,000* | Per semester (Six months) The amount indicated is without scholarships. |
| Language Training Courses |
|
$2,400* | Per Semester (Six months) The amount indicated is without scholarships. |
|
$1,800* |
* Subject to internal revisions and changes at any time at the full discretion of KDU Global.
Estimated Costs of Living for International Students in Goseong/Sokcho
| Categories | Options/Items | Costs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | On-campus student dormitory (2 students/room) |
$1,100* | Per semester (6 months) |
| Off-campus rentals (Studio rooms) | $2,250** | Per semester (6 months) |
|
| Meals | On-campus Cafeteria Meal Subscription Plan (Monday to Friday, 2 meals/day – lunch and dinner) | $424* | For the first two months (Mandatory for all dormitory residents.) Renewable. |
| Off-campus options | $2,400** | Per semester (6 months) |
|
| Transportation | Local public transportation | $200** | Per semester (6 months) |
| Health Insurance | Mandatory National Health Insurance Subscription | $300** | Per semester (6 months) |
| Books and Stationaries | Textbooks, printing costs, stationary items, etc. | $300** | Per semester (6 months) |
* Subject to internal revisions and changes at any time at the full discretion of KDU Global.
** Estimations based on average expenditures by international students, local quotations, and vary by individual preferences.