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Study in Bireuen

This guide explains student life in Bireuen, Indonesia, including an estimated monthly student budget of $166, Tropical rainforest climate with high temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall year-round., Limited Stay Visa for Educational Purposes (Index C316) guidance, 2 universities. Explore verified details for Indonesia below.

Bireuen, Indonesia
Bireuen, Indonesia — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$166
Climate
Tropical rainforest climate with high temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall year-round.
Safety score
65/100
English friendliness
20%
Student visa
Limited Stay Visa for Educational Purposes (Index C316)
Work while studying
International students are not permitted to work while studying in Indonesia.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$50
  • Food$80
  • Transport$16
  • Leisure$20

Rent is for General estimate based on the national proof-of-funds requirement, not a specific student residence rate.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Extremely affordable cost of living
  • Immersive cultural experience in Aceh
  • Close-knit and welcoming local community

Considerations

  • Very limited English spoken by locals
  • Strict local regulations under regional Sharia law
  • Lack of international amenities and infrastructure

Student housing in Bireuen

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Universities in Bireuen

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Figures for Bireuen are researched estimates and are not taken from an official published budget, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2025. Last reviewed September 2026.

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