Studying in South Korea vs. Uae
South Korea and Uae are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €714 in South Korea and €1,350 in Uae.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
South Korea
Cheaper monthly living
South Korea
Lower visa proof of funds
South Korea
Side-by-side comparison
South Korea
Uae
Currency
KRW (₩)
AED (AED)
Public tuition (annual)
₩8,000,000
≈ €5,360 / yr
AED55,000
≈ €13,750 / yr
Private tuition (annual)
₩12,000,000
≈ €8,040 / yr
AED95,000
≈ €23,750 / yr
Monthly living (city avg)
₩1,066,250 / mo
≈ €714 / mo
AED5,400 / mo
≈ €1,350 / mo
Visa proof of funds
₩13,000,000
Bank balance proof (D-2 visa)
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Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.