Student city guide
Study in Kutai
This guide explains student life in Kutai, 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 Education (C316) guidance, 2 universities. Explore verified details for Indonesia below.

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
- 30%
- Student visa
- Limited Stay Visa for Education (C316)
- Work while studying
- International students are generally not permitted to work in Indonesia on a student visa.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$70
- Food$60
- Transport$16
- Leisure$20
Rent is for Estimated cost for a basic local student room (kost) based on the national minimum proof of funds.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Extremely affordable cost of living
- Immersive Indonesian cultural experience
- Proximity to East Kalimantan's unique natural environments
Considerations
- Very limited English spoken by locals
- Remote location with few international amenities
- Limited public transportation infrastructure
Student housing in Kutai
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