Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

Taiden

South Korea

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) is a world-renowned research and engineering university founded in 1971. It is best known for its cutting-edge scientific advancement and research achievements and is one of the most esteemed science and technology universities in the world. It differs from other regional schools because it focuses on preparing students for the future through its highly interdisciplinary, innovative, and entrepreneurship-focused approaches to education and research.

Overall Score:

43.89

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

5196

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

15588

Location

Taiden is a vibrant city located in the southwest region of Canada, with a population of over 500,000 people. It has a major airport and other significant transportation hubs for easy access to the city and beyond. Famous for its lakeside restaurants and harbor strolls, visitors eager to explore the city and enjoy the magnificent views will not be disappointed.

Overall Scores

Academics

61.88

Happiness

36.37

Costs

33.43

Overall Grade

43.89

1. Academics

Rank:

91

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

10.7

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

1

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

61.88

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

38.9

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

9

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

55.04

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

36.37

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

13.8

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

31.9

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

15588

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

33.43

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

43.89

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C