Mahidol University
Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
"Thailand's leading university for medicine and health sciences"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#345 (QS)
PSW VISA
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About Mahidol University
Mahidol University began as the University of Medical Sciences in 1943 and was renamed Mahidol University by King Bhumibol Adulyadej on 21 February 1969, in honour of his father Prince Mahidol of Songkla. It is Thailand's leader in medicine and health sciences and was chosen as a national research university in 2009. Mahidol University International College (MUIC) was Thailand's first international college and offers English-taught bachelor's and graduate programmes. Mahidol is #=345 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#345
Ranked #=345 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#358 in QS 2026, #368 in QS 2025).
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1943
Founded
#=345
QS 2027 Rank
Public university
Type
Salaya, Nakhon Pathom
Location
National research university
Status
Popular Programs
Medicine
Nursing
Public Health
Business Administration (MUIC)
Information Technology (MUIC)
Biomedical Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university portal
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
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I-20 Processing
Non-Immigrant ED visa
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Green Card Pathway
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Financials
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Avg Scholarship
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Career Outcomes
17%
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Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
Mahidol University has three campuses in and around Bangkok: Salaya (the largest, at 999 Phutthamonthon 4 Road, Nakhon Pathom), Bangkok Noi (home of Siriraj Hospital) and Phaya Thai. It also has provincial campuses in Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan and Amnat Charoen.
Campus Details
Salaya
(main)
Bangkok
Noi
Phaya
Thai
Kanchanaburi
Nakhon Sawan
Amnat
Charoen
Campus Forecast
Nakhon Pathom
Bangkok
Kanchanaburi
Nakhon Sawan
Amnat Charoen
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
International programmes (approx.)
THB 100,000 - 500,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Mahidol admits international students for the first semester starting in August, and some programmes in January. Check the Mahidol and MUIC admission pages for current deadlines.
Scholarships at Mahidol University
0 scholarships 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 Mahidol website.
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Apply online
Create an account on the university application portal and fill in the application form.
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Upload documents
Upload your certificates, transcripts, English proof and passport copy, and pay the application fee if one applies.
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Admission decision
The university reviews your file and may hold an interview or test.
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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
Mahidol University has three campuses in and around Bangkok: Salaya (the largest, at 999 Phutthamonthon 4 Road, Nakhon Pathom), Bangkok Noi (home of Siriraj Hospital) and Phaya Thai. It also has provincial campuses in Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan and Amnat Charoen.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Business Administration (MUIC)
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Bachelor's
Biomedical Sciences (MUIC)
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Bachelor's
Nursing
Master's
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Master's
Business Administration (MBA)
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Master's
Public Health
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Master's
Biotechnology
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