Housing at Dankook

Wongbi-hall , 152, Juckjeon-ro, Suji-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea

  • All participants will be placed in a double occupancy room of our on-campus dormitory.
  • Each room is furnished with two single beds, bedding, desks, chairs, wardrobes, a phone, WiFi, A/C, and a private bathroom.
  • A variety of facilities are also available for students’ convenience such as a laundry room, restaurant, gym, convenience store, study room, etc.
  • Students don’t need to bring bedding from home. Western style bed sheets aren’t widely used in Korea; a Korean style sheet/mat for use on the bed as well as a blanket and pillow are provided to each student.
  • Towels and cleaning supplies are not provided.
  • When double rooms are full, you may be assigned to a 4-person room.
  • Please note that students can stay in the dorm only for the length of the program period.

TB test results

  • For the safety of all residents in the dorm, it is required that participants do a tuberculosis test (chest x-ray, skin test or blood test) and submit the results upon arrival.
  • The test should be taken within the 2 months prior to the dorm move-in date.
  • A record of vaccination for tuberculosis is NOT acceptable.
  • You can use any documentation provided by your health care provider.
  • If participants do not submit an acceptable report, they must have a test done in Korea upon arrival (cost 20,000 won).

Dining at Dankook _ 1947 commons

 Hyedang Hall (Student Hall)

Located at the center of Dankook University, 1947 Commons is a spacious dining hall with more than 600 seats, loved by students, faculty, and staff alike.
After its 2025 renovation, the hall now offers a clean, modern atmosphere with over ten different food court options to choose from.
With a wide variety of meals at affordable prices, 1947 Commons has become one of the most popular spots on campus to enjoy good food and great company.
Next to the dining hall, you’ll find 1847 Café, where you can relax with a cup of freshly brewed coffee, refreshing beverages, and a selection of desserts — the perfect way to complete your campus meal experience.

Expenses Guide

It is hard to estimate a budget since expenses will vary depending on personal lifestyle. But here are some examples of what things cost:
Public Transportation to Seoul approx 3,000won/ one way
A bottle of water 1,000won
Starbucks tall size Americano 4,700won
Bread or Buns in a bakery
2,000 - 5,000won
Ticket to a Museum, temple, or palace 5,000won +
McDonald’s Big Mac Meal (Combo)
7,400won
Restaurant 15,000 - 30,000won
1 liter carton of milk 2,500 - 3,000won
Movie at theater (varies depending on time/date)
14,000won - 15,000won
Laundry (Wash and Dry) 3,000won
1947_commons 3,000 - 10,000won