Assessing Well-Being among University Students: A Cross-Cultural Study in Hungary Using Optimal Living Profile-Modified

2025

Journal of International Students. 2025 15(4):52-74.

In this paper, we aimed to define well-being challenges and how they relate to life satisfaction. A total of 112 Jordanian and 178 Hungarian students participated in the survey. Parametric, nonparametric statistical tests and confirmatory factor analysis were conducted to determine the optimal living profile. Group differences were analyzed to identify life satisfaction predictors. The findings revealed that Jordanians scored higher across all well-being dimensions, specifically in intellectual (mean 4.05 vs. 3.02) and emotional health (mean 3.95 vs. 3.00), with greater social support and optimism. Emotional and social health strongly predicted life satisfaction by 83.4%. This suggests that cultural background significantly impacts well-being and highlights the importance of university support for all students. [Note: The page range (53-74) shown on the PDF is incorrect. The correct page range is 52-74.]

Journal Articles
Reports - Research

English

Foreign Countries, Well Being, Barriers, Life Satisfaction, Predictor Variables, Mental Health, Social Support Groups, Psychological Patterns, Interpersonal Relationship, Cultural Differences, College Students, College Role, Foreign Students, Student Attitudes

2025