Where do international students live in Seoul?

goshiwon
Most students, both South Korean and international, live in goshiwon. Goshiwon are shared accommodation. Students sometimes have their own room, but sometimes share a room with up to four people. You will always share a kitchen and sometimes a bathroom.

Where should I live near Seoul National University?

Main campus in Gwanak-gu, Seoul….Seoul National University.

Is life in Korea expensive?

The average cost of living in South Korea is reasonable. It is not as cheap as living in some Asian countries like Laos or China, but it is also not as expensive as Japan or Singapore. In general, the most expensive living costs in the country will be found in the capital, Seoul.

How much is dorm rent in Korea?

Student housing in Seoul is relatively affordable and can be found as low as $200 per month. However, rents this low will usually only be found at goshiwons. One-room apartments usually begin at around $300 per month and utilities will cost an additional $100 per month.

Is Seoul expensive for international students?

Conclusion. The cost of living in Seoul is comparable to most western countries. However, depending on where you are from it may also be very costly. As a student living in Seoul for two years now I have found that costs can often be high, but usually they are affordable.

Is it hard to get into SNU?

Admissions to Seoul National University is extremely competitive. From 1981 to 1987, when an applicant could apply only to one university at a time, more than 80\% of the top 0.5\% scorers in the test that is given for admissions applied to SNU and still, many of them were unsuccessful.