Exchange Program
Estimated Costs
Tuition & Other Costs
Tuition
Exchange students pay tuition to their home institutions and tuition is waived at Ajou University. However, students who apply independently (non-partner university / non-ISEP students) pay application and tuition fees directly to Ajou University.
2023 On-campus Housing
Housing Fee (per semester, 16 weeks)
| Dormitory Type | Bedroom Type | Fee (KRW) | Fee (USD) Approx. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hwahong Hall | 4-person | 712,000 | 536 |
| 2-person | 1,050,000 | 791 | |
| International Dormitory (opened in Spring 2015) | 2-person | 1,372,000 | 1034 |
The above costs are based on the 2023 academic year.
Housing Fee (for vacation, winter/summer)
| Dormitory Type | Bedroom Type | Fee (KRW) | Fee (USD) Approx. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hwahong Hall | 4-person | 427,000 | 322 |
| 2-person | 561,000 | 423 | |
| International Dormitory | 2-person | 741,000 | 558 |
The above costs are based on the 2023 academic year.
Payment Method
Students are to pay for the housing fees in Korean Won only upon arrival (normally during the orientation week).
Estimated Budget
The Estimated Budget for one semester (16 weeks) at the Ajou University is :
| Items | Fees(USD) Approx. |
|---|---|
| TOTAL (except for tuition) | 2,636 ~ 3,134 |
| Tuition | 2,880 ~ 4,400 |
| On - Campus Housing |
791 ~ 1,034 (2-person bedroom) 536 (4-person bedroom) |
| Meals etc. | 1,800 |
| Books | 300 |
Tuition fee above is an estimation only. The tuition fee is varies by students’ major.
The above costs are a general guideline for estimation only and are subject to change.
Korean Currency
- Currency Rates
USD = approx. 1,300 Korean Won - Coins
10 won, 50 won, 100 won, 500 won - Bills
1,000 won, 5,000 won, 10,000 won, 50,000 won - Checks
Bills in denominations over 100,000 are in the form of checks. When you actually use a check, you will generally be required to endorse it with your name, address/phone number, or ID number. You may also be requested to present your ID card.
