Walailak University
Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand
"A public university in southern Thailand"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#1401 (QS)
PSW VISA
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About Walailak University
Walailak University (WU) is a public university in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, in southern Thailand, established in 1992. It teaches medicine, engineering, science, pharmacy and management.
Rankings & Recognition
#1401
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1992
Founded
Public university
Type
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Location
Popular Programs
Medicine
Engineering
Science
Pharmacy
Management
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
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Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
3%
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Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
Walailak University has a large residential campus in Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat province, in southern Thailand, at 222 Thaiburi, Tha Sala. The campus is about 32 km from Nakhon Si Thammarat city centre and covers about 3,600 acres, making it the largest campus of any university in Thailand.
Campus Details
Main
campus Tha Sala
Nakhon
Si Thammarat
Campus Forecast
Nakhon Si Thammarat
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
WU admits international students for the first semester starting in August and the second semester starting in January. Check the Walailak international pages for current deadlines.
Scholarships at Walailak 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
1
Choose programme
Check the international programmes, language of instruction and entry rules on the Walailak 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
Walailak University has a large residential campus in Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat province, in southern Thailand, at 222 Thaiburi, Tha Sala. The campus is about 32 km from Nakhon Si Thammarat city centre and covers about 3,600 acres, making it the largest campus of any university in Thailand.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Science
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Bachelor's
Management
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Bachelor's
Medicine
Master's
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Master's
Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Science (Master's)
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Master's
Management (Master's)
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