Inha University was founded in 1952 as the Inha Institute of Technology and became
a university in 1971. It has continued to expand and now has a student body of approximately
20,000. As an exchange program, ESF welcomes students from Inha to study in Syracuse,
in addition to sending ESF students there.
City of Incheon
Inha University is in Incheon, a city on the border of Seoul, the capital of South
Korea. It is a port city in the northwest of South Korea and is a transportation hub.
Housing
Inha University offers both on-campus and off-campus housing options. On-campus students
will share a room with three other students. The residence halls include a cafeteria,
laundry room, lounge area, and computer room. The International Office is also able
to assist students in locating an off-campus studio room for those who prefer. For
more information about on-campus living, including the dormitory rules and regulations,
you can visit the dormitory website. For general information about housing, visit the International Office website.
Cost
Your semester at Inha University can be affordable! You will pay your ESF tuition
and fees, and will then be responsible for additional costs that can include flight,
housing, study abroad health insurance, food, and travel and incidentals. See below
for a sample budget breakdown. Please note, the amount of money you spend will vary
depending on your lifestyle: for example, if you travel often on weekends or during
holidays, go out a lot, do a lot of shopping, etc.
*Note: all costs in USD. Costs are only estimates and are subject to change.
Inha University Program Estimated Budget
| Category |
Cost Estimate |
| Costs to be paid to ESF |
| ESF Tuition |
$3,435.00 (in state); $8,325 (out of state) |
| Study Abroad Charge |
$75 |
| International Health Insurance |
Approx. $300/semester |
| Total to be paid to ESF |
$3,760 - $8,650 |
| Additional Costs |
| Housing |
$1000/semester for quadruple room in campus dorm
$490- $550/month for off-campus studio |
| Food |
$300 - $500/month |
| Flight |
$2,000 |
| South Korea Student Visa |
$45 |
| Passport |
$145 |
| Miscellaneous (travel, entertainment, etc) |
$1,000 - $5,000 |
| Total Additional Costs |
$6,350 - $10,190 |
Inha University's International Office is available to assist students throughout
the application process and while you are studying at Inha. They also offer a buddy
program for incoming exchange students to be paired with an Inha student to help them
adjust to life in Korea. The International Student Lounge at Inha is a place where
international students can relax, receive language tutoring, access computers, get
travel information, and participate in cultural activities and events. Inha also offers
student services such as counseling and a student health center, as well as a variety
of student clubs.
