Starting university life in Busan is an exciting adventure. But finding the right place to live? That part can be stressful, especially if you are moving from another country.
This guide covers the most up-to-date 2026 dormitory fees and room information for Busan’s major 4-year universities. Use it to compare your options and calculate your housing budget before you apply.
Stay Tuned: This post is updated regularly as new information is released by universities across the city.
Pusan National University (PNU)
Pusan National University is one of the most popular choices for international students who want to study in Busan. Most dormitories are separated by gender, and all residents must participate in a mandatory meal plan.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Hyowonjae (효원재)
- Room types: 1-person (76 rooms) and 2-person (150 rooms)
- 2026 Notice: This building is scheduled for remodeling starting in 2026. Check for availability updates before applying.
Woongbigwan (웅비관)
- Gender: Male only
- Type: 2-person shared rooms
- Capacity: 1,060 students
Jilligwan (진리관)
- Gender: Male only
- Type: 1-person (155 rooms) and 2-person (624 rooms)
Jayoogwan (자유관)
- Gender: Female only
- Type: 2-person shared rooms
- Capacity: 1,380 students
2026 Admission Competition Rates
For international students, it is helpful to see how competitive these rooms are for local freshmen to gauge your chances:
Undergraduate Applicants
- Jilligwan (1-person): 2.48 : 1
- Jilligwan (2-person): All applicants accepted
- Woongbigwan: 2.00 : 1
- Jayoogwan: 2.03 : 1
Graduate Applicants
- Jilligwan (1-person): 1.33 : 1
- Jilligwan (2-person): All applicants accepted
- Woongbigwan: All applicants accepted
- Jayoogwan: 1.25 : 1
2026 Dormitory Costs and Meal Plans (Spring Semester)
Fees cover a 114-day period. All prices are in KRW and include both room and meal costs. PNU requires all residents to choose a meal plan. You cannot opt out of the cafeteria service, so choose the plan that best fits your schedule.
Jilligwan – 2-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,936,860
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,748,400
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,681,500
- 5 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,387,140
- 7 Days / 1 Meal: ₩1,246,020
Woongbigwan – 2-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,096,460
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,908,000
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,841,100
Jayoogwan – 2-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,192,220
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,003,760
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,936,860
- 5 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,642,500
Jilligwan – 1-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,401,980
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,213,520
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩2,146,620
- 5 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,852,260
- 7 Days / 1 Meal: ₩1,711,140
Quick Tips for International Students at PNU
- Selection Process: International students are selected under specific regulations set by the PNU International Affairs Office.
- Meal Changes: You may change your meal plan only once per semester, during the designated change period.
- Contact for Inquiries:
- Pusan National University’s Dormitory Website
- Email: idorm@pusan.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-51-510-3881
Pukyong National University (PKNU)
Pukyong National University (PKNU) is another leading university for international students in Busan. It offers dormitories across two campuses: Daeyeon (the main campus, located near the beach) and Yongdang.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Daeyeon Campus (Main)
Sejong Hall 1 (세종1관)
- Building A (Female): 22 single rooms, 392 double rooms (806 total spots)
- Building B (Male): 46 single rooms, 390 double rooms (826 total spots)
- Open to undergraduates, graduate students, and international students
Sejong Hall 2 (세종2관)
- Building A (Female): 17 single rooms, 255 double rooms (527 total spots)
- Building B (Male): 37 single rooms, 216 double rooms (469 total spots)
- Primarily for domestic undergraduates and graduate students
Yongdang Campus
Gwanggaeto Hall (광개토관)
- Building A (Male): 15 single rooms, 140 double rooms (295 total spots)
- Building B (Female): 106 double rooms (212 total spots)
- Open to undergraduates, graduate students, and international students
2026 Dormitory Costs and Meal Plans (Spring Semester)
Fees cover a 119-day period (February 27 – June 25, 2026). All prices are in KRW and include both room and meal costs. The meal service runs from March 1 to June 24, 2026.
Sejong Hall 1 – 1-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,516,560
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,349,820
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩2,278,760
Sejong Hall 1 – 2-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,862,060
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,695,320
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,624,260
Sejong Hall 2 – 1-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,683,160
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩2,516,420
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩2,445,360
Sejong Hall 2 – 2-Person Room
- 7 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,945,360
- 5 Days / 3 Meals: ₩1,778,620
- 7 Days / 2 Meals: ₩1,707,560
Important Tips for PKNU Applicants
- Freshmen: New students are generally restricted to 2-person rooms. Single rooms are typically reserved for upperclassmen or graduate students.
- Campus Location: Most international student activities and the Korean Language Institute are based at the Daeyeon Campus. If your department is at Yongdang, you will likely be placed in Gwanggaeto Hall.
- How to Apply: New international students should apply through the Office of International Affairs during the admissions process.
- Contact for Inquiries:
- Pukyong National University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-629-6731
Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU)
KMOU offers a one-of-a-kind living experience on a self-contained island campus. Graduate students can enjoy private studio-style rooms, while undergraduates live in social, apartment-style facilities.
Available Dormitories and Structure
A-chi Hall (아치관)
- Exclusively for graduate students
- Capacity: 69 male / 31 female
- Structure: Private 1-person studio rooms
A-ra Hall (아라관)
- Capacity: 290 male / 264 female
- Structure: 2-person shared rooms (bunk bed style)
- Highlights: The most popular building on campus. The cafeteria is on the 2nd floor, and a 24-hour convenience store is on-site. Rooms have individual air conditioning control.
Hyecho Hall (혜초관)
- Capacity: 284 male / 210 female
- Structure: 2-person shared rooms
Nuri Hall (누리관)
- Capacity: 297 male / 99 female
- Structure: 6-person apartment-style (3 bedrooms + 1 bathroom per unit and 2 beds per bedroom)
2026 Dormitory Fees (Spring Semester)
Fees cover a 115-day period. All prices are in KRW and include both room and meal costs.
A-chi Hall – 1-Person Room (Graduates Only)
- 3 Meals per day: ₩1,847,110
- 2 Meals per day: ₩1,658,110
- 1.5 Meals per day: ₩1,557,910
- 1 Meal per day: ₩1,423,010
A-ra Hall – 2-Person Room
- 3 Meals per day: ₩1,584,450
- 2 Meals per day: ₩1,395,450
- 1.5 Meals per day: ₩1,295,250
- 1 Meal per day: ₩1,160,350
Hyecho Hall – 2-Person Room
- 3 Meals per day: ₩1,776,880
- 2 Meals per day: ₩1,587,880
- 1.5 Meals per day: ₩1,487,680
- 1 Meal per day: ₩1,352,780
Nuri Hall – 6-Person Apartment
- 3 Meals per day: ₩1,648,270
- 2 Meals per day: ₩1,459,270
- 1.5 Meals per day: ₩1,359,070
- 1 Meal per day: ₩1,224,170
Helpful Tips for KMOU Residents
- Cooking for International Students: Gaongwan (community building) features a dedicated communal kitchen for international students who prefer to prepare their own meals.
- A-ra Hall Demand: Due to its on-site cafeteria and 24-hour store, A-ra Hall typically has the highest competition rate among undergraduates.
- Flexible Meal Option: KMOU is one of the few Busan university dorms that offers a “1.5 meal” plan, a practical choice for students who may skip certain meals due to classes or club activities.
- Contact for Inquiries:
- Korea Maritime and Ocean University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-410-4097
Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS)
Busan University of Foreign Studies provides two distinct dormitory options: one on campus and one off campus.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Oeseong Hall 1 (제1외성생활관) – On Campus
- Scale: 10 floors (B1–F10), hotel-style architecture
- Capacity: 1,328 students across 670 rooms
- Open to undergraduate, graduate, and international students
Oeseong Hall 2 (제2외성생활관) – Off Campus (Female Students Only)
- Open to current and transfer female students; freshmen admitted only if spots remain
- Available spaces: 234 spots in 2-person studios, 57 spots in 3-person studios, and 20 spots in 2-person two-room units
- Selection is made on a first-come, first-served basis
2026 BUFS Dormitory Fees (Spring Semester)
All fees include the management fee, a ₩100,000 refundable deposit, and a meal plan.
Oeseong Hall 1 – 2-Person Room, Semester Stay (106 days)
- Meal Plan A (106 meals): ₩1,363,400
- Meal Plan B (159 meals): ₩1,538,300
- Meal Plan C (212 meals): ₩1,692,000
Oeseong Hall 1 – 2-Person Room, Half-Year Stay (176 days)
- Meal Plan A (106 meals): ₩1,930,400
- Meal Plan B (159 meals): ₩2,105,300
- Meal Plan C (212 meals): ₩2,259,000
Oeseong Hall 1 – 1-Person Room, Half-Year Stay (176 days, Current Students Only)
- Meal Plan A (106 meals): ₩2,928,400
- Meal Plan B (159 meals): ₩3,103,300
- Meal Plan C (212 meals): ₩3,257,000
Students in Oeseong Hall 1 must choose between 106, 159, or 212 meals per semester.
Oeseong Hall 2 – Off Campus, Half-Year Stay (176 days)
- Studio (2-Person): ₩1,500,000
- Two-Room (2-Person): ₩2,130,000
No meal plan included.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Busan University of Foreign Studies’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-509-6975
Catholic University of Pusan (CUP)
The Catholic University of Pusan (CUP) offers a welcoming residential environment across two main halls. While the school does not specify the exact number of days per semester, the fees are listed as a flat rate for the housing period.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Katarina Hall (Dorm 1)
- Total capacity: 192 students
- Female section: 32 double (2-person) rooms
- Male section: 64 double (2-person) rooms
Caritas Hall (Dorm 2 – Female Students Only)
- Total capacity: 326 students
- Double (2-person) rooms: 146 units
- Triple (3-person) rooms: 2 units (for students with disabilities)
- Quadruple (4-person) rooms: 7 units
Room Fees (Flat Rate, Meals Not Included)
- Caritas Hall – 2 or 3-person room: ₩800,000
- Caritas Hall – 4-person room: ₩700,000
- Katarina Hall – 2-person room: ₩750,000
Mandatory Meal Plans
CUP requires at least one meal per day. You can choose whether to cover weekdays only or the full week.
- 2 Meals per day (Breakfast + Dinner): ₩8,500/day
- 1 Meal per day (Breakfast only): ₩4,500/day
- 1 Meal per day (Dinner only): ₩4,500/day
Important Tips for CUP Residents
- Meal Plans Are Fixed: Once the semester begins, you cannot change your selected meal plan. Choose carefully.
- Room Assignment Changes: If applications for a specific room type exceed capacity, the university may reassign you to a different room type.
- Accessible Housing: Caritas Hall includes dedicated 3-person rooms designed for students with disabilities.
- Contact for Inquiries:
- Catholic University of Pusan’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-510-0985
Dong-A University (동아대학교)
Dong-A University offers one of the broadest ranges of student housing in Busan, with five dormitory options, including a dedicated facility for international students.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Seunghak Hall 1 (승학1관)
- Gender: Female only
- Capacity: 1,050 students (525 rooms)
- Includes 7 accessible rooms
- Open to international students
Seunghak Hall 2 (승학2관)
- Gender: Male only
- Capacity: 588 students (294 rooms)
- Includes 4 accessible rooms
- Open to international students
Bumin Hall (부민관)
- Capacity: 420 students (206 rooms)
- Includes 4 accessible rooms
Gudeok Hall (구덕관)
- Capacity: 154 students (75 rooms)
- Primarily for students in the Law School, College of Medicine, and Department of Nursing
Seokdang Global House (석당글로벌하우스)
- Exclusively for international students
- Capacity: 185 students (93 rooms)
- Features: Korean language classrooms, 24 guest rooms, a kitchenette, and a prayer room
2026 Dormitory Fees (Including Meal Plans)
Fees include management costs and a breakfast-and-dinner meal ticket package. Meal tickets can be used flexibly throughout the semester within your chosen limit.
Seunghak Hall 1
- 120-meal plan: ₩1,380,000
- 90-meal plan: ₩1,266,000
Seunghak Hall 2
- 120-meal plan: ₩1,495,000
- 90-meal plan: ₩1,381,000
Bumin Hall
- 120-meal plan: ₩1,603,000
- 90-meal plan: ₩1,489,000
Gudeok Hall
- 120-meal plan: ₩1,433,000
- 90-meal plan: ₩1,319,000
Contact for Inquiries:
- Dong-A University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-200-6021
Dong-eui University (동의대학교)
Dong-eui University offers three dormitory options, all located on its Gaya Campus.
Available Dormitories and Capacity
Happiness Dormitory (행복기숙사)
- 2-person rooms (Male): 718 spots (includes 5 accessible rooms)
- 2-person rooms (Female): 910 spots (includes 4 accessible rooms)
- Total capacity: 1,628 students
First Hyomin Hall (제1효민생활관)
- 1-person rooms (Male only): 96 spots
- 2-person rooms (Male only): 152 spots
- Total capacity: 248 students
- Note: Fees for this hall are not currently provided by the university.
Second Hyomin Hall (제2효민생활관)
- 1-person rooms (Male): 12 spots + 2 accessible spots
- 1-person rooms (Female): 12 spots + 2 accessible spots
- 2-person rooms (Male): 304 spots
- 2-person rooms (Female): 364 spots
- Total capacity: 696 students
2026 Dormitory Fees (Spring Semester)
Happiness Dormitory
Fees include the management fee, a ₩50,000 refundable deposit, and the meal plan.
- Semester Stay (4 months) + 130 meals: ₩1,655,700
- Annual Stay (12 months) + 300 meals: ₩4,316,000
Second Hyomin Hall
Fees include the management fee, deposit, and 130 meals (March 1 – June 21, 2026).
- 1-person room: ₩1,900,900
- 2-person room: ₩1,588,800
- 2-person room (Basement Level B1F): ₩1,264,400
Tips for Dong-eui Residents
- Flexible Meal Access: The 130-meal plan gives you consistent cafeteria access while leaving room to eat off campus when you want.
- Campus Navigation: Gaya Campus has steep terrain. Shuttle buses run between residential halls and classroom buildings, making it easier to get around.
- Year-Round Living: The Happiness Dormitory is ideal for international students who do not want to move out during summer or winter breaks.
- Contact for Inquiries:
- Dong-eui University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-890-3601
Dongseo University (동서대학교)
Dongseo University (DSU) offers several housing options for both domestic and international students. The following information provides an overview of the dormitory facilities, housing fees, and meal plans for DSU for the 2026 academic year.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
Global House (Global Village)
- Scale: 13 floors above ground, 6 floors below
- Room type: 2-person rooms
- Capacity: Approximately 1,002 students
- Amenities: Lecture rooms, swimming pool, fitness center, sauna, and student cafeteria
Student Life Apartments
- Scale: 5-story building
- Capacity: Approximately 340 students
- Features: Apartment-style living for students from outside the Busan area
International House I and II
- Dedicated housing for international students at Dongseo University
- International House I: 2-person and 3-person rooms
- International House II: 2-person rooms only
- Features: Various living and convenience facilities
2026 Housing Fees (Per Semester)
- Global House (West/East – 2-person): ₩850,000
- Student Life Apartment (1-person): ₩700,000
- Student Life Apartment (2-person): ₩660,000
- International House I (2-person): ₩660,000
- International House I (3-person): ₩600,000
- International House II (2-person): ₩800,000
Note: These fees apply to the regular semester only. A separate fee of ₩550,000 applies for the vacation period.
Mandatory Meal Plan (Spring Semester 2026)
- Service period: March 3, 2026 (Tuesday) – June 22, 2026 (Monday)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday (closed on weekends; open on public holidays)
- Mandatory plan: 1 meal per day (80 meals total)
- Total cost: ₩400,000 (₩5,000 per meal)
- Note: The mandatory meal rate may differ from the standard individual meal price at the cafeteria.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Dongseo University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-320-4670 or 2186
Kosin University (고신대학교)
Kosin University offers student housing in Busan with multiple stay-duration options, a great feature for international students with varying schedules.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
Happy Dormitory – Rodem Hall
- Scale: 7 floors above ground, 2 floors below
- Capacity: 222 rooms, 744 students (includes 4 accessible rooms)
- Room types:
- 4-person rooms: 152 units
- 2-person rooms: 66 units
- 1-person accessible rooms: 4 units
Shalom Dormitory
- Scale: 5-story building
- Capacity: 90 rooms, 360 students
- All rooms are 4-person units
- Female students: 54 rooms (216 students)
- Male students: 36 rooms (144 students)
2026 Housing and Meal Fees
All prices include both the room fee and a mandatory meal plan for the stay period. A security deposit is included in each total.
Semester Plan (4 Months)
- Period: February 27 – June 22, 2026 | 115 meals included
- 1-person accessible room: ₩1,750,880
- 2-person room: ₩1,560,040
- 4-person room: ₩1,421,720
Half-Year Plan (6 Months)
- Period: February 27 – August 21, 2026 | 175 meals included
- 1-person accessible room: ₩2,586,320
- 2-person room: ₩2,300,060
- 4-person room: ₩2,092,580
Annual Plan (10 Months)
- Period: February 27 – December 21, 2026 | 286 meals included
- 1-person room: ₩4,421,200
- 2-person room: ₩3,944,100
- 4-person room: ₩3,598,300
Note: All fees include a ₩100,000 security deposit (₩300,000 for the annual plan).
Contact for Inquiries:
- Kosin University’s Dormitory Website
- Email: happydorm@kosin.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-51-400-2410
Kyungsung University (경성대학교)
Kyungsung University offers student housing in Busan with a flexible meal ticket system, ideal for students who prefer to manage their own eating schedule.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
Nuri Hall 1
- Scale: 15 floors above ground, 2 basement floors
- Primarily houses male and international students
- Capacity: 802 students
- Room types: 2-person rooms (398 units) and 1-person rooms (6 units, including 4 accessible rooms)
- Note: The 2-person rooms on the 15th floor are double the size of standard 2-person rooms.
Nuri Hall 2
- Scale: 15-story building designated for female students
- Capacity: 620 students
- Room types: 2-person rooms (308 units) and 1-person accessible rooms (4 units)
2026 Housing Fees (Per Semester)
Fees for the vacation period are listed in parentheses. Meal tickets are purchased separately.
Nuri Hall 1
- 1-person room (6 units): ₩1,350,000 (Vacation: ₩735,000)
- 15th floor 2-person room (14 units): ₩1,350,000 (Vacation: ₩735,000)
- Standard 2-person room (324 units): ₩900,000 (Vacation: ₩510,000)
- 3-person room for international students (60 units): ₩700,000 (Vacation: ₩410,000)
Nuri Hall 2
- 1-person room (4 units): ₩1,410,000 (Vacation: ₩765,000)
- 2-person room (308 units): ₩940,000 (Vacation: ₩530,000)
Note: 1-person rooms are prioritized for students with disabilities. The 15th-floor 2-person rooms in Nuri Hall 1 offer twice the floor area of standard units.
Meal Ticket Plans
Students can choose from several meal ticket packages for both the semester and vacation periods. Tickets can be used at the campus cafeteria.
Semester Plans
- 90 tickets: ₩369,000
- 140 tickets: ₩546,000
- 180 tickets: ₩666,000
Vacation Plans
- 40 tickets: ₩164,000
- 80 tickets: ₩296,000
Contact for Inquiries:
- Kyungsung University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-663-6513
Silla University (신라대학교)
Silla University offers flexible meal plan structures among Busan university dorms, with one residence hall allowing students to opt out of the cafeteria entirely.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
Baekyang Hall
- Two buildings, Building A (7 floors, 78 rooms) and Building B (10 floors, 88 rooms)
- Capacity: 506 students
- Building A: 2-person rooms (Floors 2–4 for male students; Floors 5–7 for female students)
- Building B: 4-person rooms (Floors 3–5 for male students; Floors 6–10 for female students)
Global Town (Buildings A and B)
- Building A (7 floors, 78 rooms) and Building B (10 floors, 88 rooms)
- Capacity: 508 students
- Building A: Floors 1–6 for male students
- Building B: Floors 1–7 for female students
Global Town (Building C)
- Scale: 5-story building, exclusively for female students
- Capacity: 212 students
2026 Housing Fees (Including Meal Plans)
Fees represent the total of the move-in fee, council fee, maintenance fee, and selected meal plan.
Baekyang Hall – 2-Person Room
- 7 meals per week: ₩1,215,600
- 10 meals per week: ₩1,342,000
- 12 meals per week: ₩1,444,400
- No meal plan (room only): ₩734,000
Global Town – 2-Person and 3-Person Rooms
- 7 meals per week: ₩1,330,600
- 10 meals per week: ₩1,457,000
- 12 meals per week: ₩1,559,400
Global Town – 2-Person B Type and 4-Person Rooms
- 7 meals per week: ₩1,260,600
- 10 meals per week: ₩1,387,000
- 12 meals per week: ₩1,489,400
Meal Plan Notes
- Only breakfast and dinner are served at the cafeteria.
- Global Town residents are on a mandatory meal plan and must select one of the three weekly meal options (7, 10, or 12 meals per week).
- Baekyang Hall residents have the option to pay the base room fee of ₩734,000 without any meal plan, which is a rare feature among Busan university dorms.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Silla University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-999-6060
Tongmyong University (동명대학교)
Tongmyong University stands out by offering three dormitory halls exclusively for international students, making it a notable option for those seeking dedicated international housing in Busan.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
Dormitory Hall 1
- Scale: 10 floors above ground, 2 floors below
- Capacity: 682 students
- Room types: 2-person rooms (71 units) and 3-person rooms (180 units)
Dormitory Hall 2
- Scale: 6-story building
- Capacity: 195 students
- Room types: 1-person room (1 unit), 2-person rooms (43 units), and 4-person rooms (27 units)
Dormitory Hall 3 (International Students Only)
- Scale: 4 floors above ground, 1 floor below
- Capacity: 99 students
- Room types: 2-person rooms (18 units) and 3-person rooms (21 units)
Dormitory Hall 4 (International Students Only)
- Scale: 2-story building
- Capacity: 8 students
- Room types: 1-person rooms (4 units) and 2-person rooms (2 units)
Dormitory Hall 5 (International Students Only)
- Scale: 2-story building
- Capacity: 9 students
- Room types: 1-person room (1 unit), 2-person room (1 unit), and 3-person rooms (2 units)
2026 Housing Fees (Halls 1 and 2)
Fees below are for one semester and include both maintenance fees and meal costs. Fees for Halls 3, 4, and 5 are not currently listed on the official site — contact the university directly.
2-Person Room
- 2 meals per day (including weekends): ₩1,648,670
- 2 meals per day (excluding weekends): ₩1,444,270
- Breakfast only (including weekends): ₩1,287,070
- Dinner only (including weekends): ₩1,287,070
- Breakfast only (excluding weekends): ₩1,176,970
- Dinner only (excluding weekends): ₩1,176,970
3-Person Room
- 2 meals per day (including weekends): ₩1,474,650
- 2 meals per day (excluding weekends): ₩1,270,250
- Breakfast only (including weekends): ₩1,113,050
- Dinner only (including weekends): ₩1,113,050
- Breakfast only (excluding weekends): ₩1,002,950
- Dinner only (excluding weekends): ₩1,002,950
Meal Plan Notes
- The total housing fee combines the room maintenance cost with your chosen meal plan.
- Students select their meal preference (breakfast, dinner, or both) and weekend coverage during the application process.
- International students moving into Halls 3, 4, or 5 must complete several mandatory health and administrative requirements. Check the university website for full details.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Tongmyong University’s Dormitory Website
- Email: dormitory@tu.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-51-621-6264
Youngsan University (영산대학교) – Haeundae Campus Dorms for International Students
This section covers dormitory options at Youngsan University’s Haeundae Campus in Busan only. The Yangsan Campus is located outside of Busan and will be covered separately in the Gyeongsangnam-do university guide.
Dormitory Types and Facilities
The Haeundae Campus has a total capacity of 708 students across 256 rooms, spread across two on-campus halls and one off-campus residence.
Dormitory Hall 1 – H-dong (International Students Only)
- Scale: 6 floors above ground, 1 floor below
- Male students: 2-person rooms (4 units), 4-person large rooms (38 units), 4-person medium rooms (14 units)
- Female students: 2-person rooms (5 units), 4-person large rooms (38 units), 4-person medium rooms (14 units)
Dormitory Hall 2 – K-dong (Domestic Students Only)
- Scale: 3 floors above ground, 1 floor below
- Male students: 2-person rooms (60 units)
- Female students: 2-person rooms (71 units)
Off-Campus Residence (International Female Students Only)
- A specialized residential space located near the campus
- Room types: 1-person rooms (6 units) and 2-person rooms (6 units)
2026 Housing Fees (Per Semester)
Fees include maintenance fees and student council dues.
K-dong (Domestic Students)
- 2-person room: ₩960,000
H-dong (International Students)
- 2-person room: ₩906,000
- 4-person room (large): ₩563,000
- 4-person room (medium): ₩519,000
Off-Campus Residence (International Female Students)
- 1-person room: ₩1,350,000
- 2-person room: ₩1,250,000
Meal Plan Information
Specific meal costs and plans for the 2026 academic year will be announced separately by the university. Students should check the dormitory notice board or official website closer to the start of the semester for meal plan enrollment details.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Youngsan University’s Dormitory Website
- Phone: +82-51-540-7400
Finding the Right Student Housing in Busan: Final Thoughts
Busan is home to a wide range of university dormitories, from the large, amenity-rich facilities at Dongseo University to the intimate island campus experience at KMOU. Whether you are prioritizing cost, location, meal flexibility, or a dedicated international student community, there is an option in Busan that fits your needs.
Here are a few things to keep in mind as you compare your options:
- Budget first. Use the fee tables in this guide to calculate your expected housing cost per semester before making any decisions.
- Check eligibility. Some halls are restricted by gender, student level, or nationality. Always confirm you qualify before getting your heart set on a specific building.
- Contact the university directly. For application deadlines, availability updates, and procedures, reach out to each university’s international affairs office. Details change every semester.
- Plan ahead. Popular options like A-ra Hall at KMOU and single rooms at PNU fill up fast. The earlier you research, the better your chances.
This guide will be updated regularly as universities release new information throughout the year. Bookmark this page and check back before your application period begins.
What Comes Next: The Full Cost of Living in Busan
Before you finalize your budget, keep in mind that dormitories are not your only housing choice in Busan. Many international students also opt for goshiwons, private rentals, or shared apartments. And beyond housing, your monthly expenses will also include food, transportation, phone bills, and leisure, all of which add up quickly in a new city.
I am currently putting together a comprehensive Cost of Living in Busan for International Students (2026 Guide) that covers everything you need to plan your finances before arriving in Korea. Stay tuned. It will be published soon.
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