All Levels
CMU ASEAN and Non-ASEAN Scholarships
Master / PhD Tuition, stipend and travel
Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai, Thailand
"The first provincial university in Thailand, in the north"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#526 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai University (CMU) was founded in January 1964 by a Royal Charter granted by King Bhumibol Adulyadej and was the first institute of higher education in the north of Thailand and the first provincial university in the country. It has seventeen faculties with 107 departments and a Graduate School, and its main Suan Sak campus is about 5 km west of the city centre. CMU offers English-taught programmes, especially at postgraduate level, and has a dedicated International College.
Rankings & Recognition
#526
Ranked #=567 in the QS World University Rankings 2025; the QS 2027 position was not confirmed at the time of writing.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1964
Founded
Public university
Type
Chiang Mai
Location
17
Faculties
107
Departments
Popular Programs
Engineering
Agro-Industry
Business Administration
Medicine
Architecture
Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university portal
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Non-Immigrant ED visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
CMU Scholarships (Master/PhD)
Career Outcomes
29%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The main Suan Sak campus of CMU is about 5 km west of the centre of Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, at the foot of Doi Suthep mountain. The campus covers about 725 acres and is at 239 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep, Chiang Mai 50200. CMU has four campuses in total, including Suan Dok, Mae Hia and Sri Bua Baan.
Campus Details
Suan-Sak
(main)
Suan-Dok
campuses in Chiang Mai
Mae-Hia
campuses in Chiang Mai + Sri-Bua-Baan campus in Lamphun
Campus Forecast
Chiang Mai
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University dormitories and nearby apartments
Dining
Campus canteens and nearby food courts
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is needed for the ED visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
2,500 – 12,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
CMU admits international students for the first semester starting in August and the second semester starting in January. Check the CMU International College and Graduate School pages for the current deadlines.
Scholarships at Chiang Mai University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Upper secondary school certificate, plus the entry requirements of each international programme; English-taught programmes typically ask for IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 79 (approx.).
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree and English proficiency as set by each programme.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
English proof (IELTS / TOEFL)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters (graduate)
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the international programmes, language of instruction and entry rules on the CMU website.
2
Apply online
Create an account on the university application portal and fill in the application form.
3
Upload documents
Upload your certificates, transcripts, English proof and passport copy, and pay the application fee if one applies.
4
Admission decision
The university reviews your file and may hold an interview or test.
5
Acceptance letter
Accept the offer, pay the first tuition instalment and receive your official acceptance letter.
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ED visa & arrive
Apply for a Non-Immigrant ED (education) visa with the acceptance letter, then enrol and report to immigration as required.
Campus & Location
The main Suan Sak campus of CMU is about 5 km west of the centre of Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, at the foot of Doi Suthep mountain. The campus covers about 725 acres and is at 239 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep, Chiang Mai 50200. CMU has four campuses in total, including Suan Dok, Mae Hia and Sri Bua Baan.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Agro-Industry
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Bachelor's
Architecture
Master's
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Master's
Business Administration (MBA)
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Master's
Computer Science
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Master's
Agriculture
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Master's
Public Health
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