Wichita State University
Dankook University Estimated Costs
Dankook University
South Korea
| Description | Costs in USD |
|---|---|
| WSU Tuition and Fees * | $4,378.59 |
| WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee | $100.00 |
| Accommodations | $1,168.00 |
| Dankook Registration Fee | $47.45 |
| Meals | $1,971.00 |
| Local Transportation | $328.50 |
| Books | $73.00 |
| BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions Insurance | $279.00 |
| National Health Insurance | $255.50 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,215.00 |
| Visa | $45.00 |
| Passport | $165.00 |
| Airfare | $1,600.00 |
| Total | $11,626.04 |
*All fees are based on a 5 month period for a fall or spring semester.
NOTES:
- Figures are estimates given by Host University. Figures were given in host currency and converted to United States Dollars using a floating exchange rate. As of 07/30/2026, 1 Korean Won (KRW) = 0.00073 (USD)
- Exchange students are required to live on campus in the dormitories during their time at Dankook. Accommodations are budgeted at a total of 1,600,000 won per semester, plus a 100,000 housing fee. These fees are estimated for a flat rate in a 4 month period.
- Dankook University has a one time registration fee of 65,000 won.
- Estimate for meals is based on an average amount (6,000 won per meal) for eating in the on-campus cafeteria 3 times a day for 150 days.
- Dankook offers a free shuttle system around campus. Estimated cost for other transportation around the city was 3000 won to Seoul once a day for 150 days.
- Dankook has provided an estimated book cost of 100,000 won.
- The BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions health insurance plan is required for study abroad. The total cost is based on the total number of days the student is abroad. As of August 2026, it cost $1.86 per day for a maximum $100,000 coverage and $100 deductible. 150 days (5 months) will be approximately $279.00. There are different coverage plans available at different prices.
- The university also requires students to get a national health insurance for 350,000 won.
- A Student Visa is required in Korea for those who wish to study. The Visa fee is $45.
- Airfare cost was provided according to Orbitz as of 8/3/2026 with travel dates of January 16, 2027 – June 11, 2027. This should provide a good estimate to cover the airfare expense.
- Personal expense estimates are provided by Financial Aid for students living on the WSU campus, which will be similar during a study abroad program.
*Tuition and Fees are based on the Resident rate during Fall 2026 for 12 undergraduate credit hours at Wichita State University. Students will pay their current tuition rate during the study abroad program based on their residency and any specific college/department requirements.
Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Some universities will require payment for accommodation in advance as well as other fees. In order to apply for visas, students may be required to show proof of funds, such as bank statements, to live in a host country. Please note extra travel expenses are not included. Budget accordingly.