Prince of Songkla University
Hat Yai, Thailand
"The leading university in southern Thailand"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#851 (QS)
PSW VISA
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About Prince of Songkla University
Prince of Songkla University (PSU) was founded in 1967 and is the leading university in southern Thailand, with its main campus in Hat Yai, Songkhla province. US News counts about 33,600 students, and PSU has its own international college, PSU International College, which belongs to the Thailand International College Consortium. It is in the 851-900 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#851
Ranked in the 851-900 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Thailand International College Consortium (PSUIC)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
851-900
QS 2027 Rank
Public university
Type
Hat Yai
Location
approx. 33,600
Students
Popular Programs
Medicine
Engineering
Natural Resources
Business Administration
Science
Nursing
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
Post-Study Work
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Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
6%
Placement Ratio
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Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Prince of Songkla University has five campuses in southern Thailand: Hat Yai (the main campus, at 15 Kanjanavanich Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla), Pattani, Phuket, Surat Thani and Trang.
Campus Details
Hat
Yai (main)
Pattani
Phuket
Surat Thani Trang
Campus Forecast
Hat Yai
Pattani
Phuket
Surat Thani
Trang
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
approx. 33,600
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
2,500 – 12,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
PSU admits international students for the first semester starting in August and the second semester starting in January. Check the PSU International College pages for current deadlines.
Scholarships at Prince of Songkla 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)
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Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the international programmes, language of instruction and entry rules on the PSU 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
Prince of Songkla University has five campuses in southern Thailand: Hat Yai (the main campus, at 15 Kanjanavanich Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla), Pattani, Phuket, Surat Thani and Trang.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Engineering
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Bachelor's
Natural Resources
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Bachelor's
Science
Master's
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Master's
Business Administration
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Master's
Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Natural Resources Management
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