{
  "id": 9099978,
  "title": "Foreign students choose Seoul over New York, London, Paris for vibrant culture, cheaper rent - report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/foreign-students-choose-seoul-over-new-york-london-paris-for-vibrant-9099978",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-22T06:47:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260922/foreign-students-choose-seoul-over-new-york-london-paris-for-vibrant-culture-cheaper-rent-report"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul has become increasingly popular among international students, according to a report in the British daily The Financial Times. The number of foreign students enrolled at Korean universities rose by 69 percent over the past three years, reaching 307,500. The city offers students a vibrant urban culture and lower housing costs compared to established hubs like New York, London, and Paris.\n\nSeoul's affordability and access to globally renowned K-pop culture and vibrant city life are key factors attracting European and American students. The capital's energy, culture, food, and cityscape provide a cosmopolitan lifestyle at a comparatively lower cost than many students' home cities. One of the main draws for international students is Seoul's relatively affordable housing costs. Monthly rent for a one-room apartment, or studio, stands at about 900,000 won ($660), while a Korean-style boarding house costs around 600,000 won ($440).",
  "summary": "Seoul has surged in popularity among international students worldwide, owing to its vibrant urban culture and lower housing costs than established hubs, British daily The Financial Times (FT) reported. The number of international students enrolled at universities in Korea rose 69 percent over the past three years to 307,500, data showed. The FT noted Seoul offers students good value, providing…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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