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Chiang Mai University was founded in January 1964, under a Royal Charter granted by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. CMU was the first institution of higher education in the north, and the first provincial university in Thailand.

History

Chiang Mai University was founded in January 1964, under a Royal Charter granted by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. CMU was the first institution of higher education in the north, and the first provincial university in Thailand.

Education

CMU offer 14 multidisciplinary graduate courses including four newly opened; Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (international), Master of Arts Program in Art and Culture Management. but also best suits the students interests and the changing demands of the workplace. CMU offer 14 multidisciplinary graduate courses including four newly opened; Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering, Master of Arts Program in Art and Culture Management.

In collaboration with foreign universities, CMU faculties, and the International Relations Division offer courses, ranging in length from two weeks to a full academic year, that focus on aspects of Thai and Asian language, culture, history, and society.

Research

CMU continues to expand its national and international collaborative research activities. CMUs research funds for 2008 were made up of US$ 6,382,926 from Internal fund and US$ 17,903,037 from external funding.In addition to the discipline-specific research facilities to be found within individual faculties, we have established three interdisciplinary Research Institutes to develop CMUs excellence in research and development in a variety of fields, primarily collaborative research projects between specific academic disciplines.

Chiang Mai University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #526 Ranking
  • 46 Scholarships
  • 2,366 Academic Staff
  • 33,357 Students
  • 1,001 Students (int'l)
  • 20,348 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

Chiang Mai University Overview

Chiang Mai University Scholarships

Chiang Mai University Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Canadian Menโ€™s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headwayโ€™s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
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Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Chiang Mai University Student Reviews & Awards

4.4

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    54 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    28 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    14 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    3 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    1 Review

How Students Rated This University

  • Overall Satisfaction 4.4
  • Student Teacher Interaction 4.7
  • Student Diversity 4.5
  • Admission Process 4.6
  • Quality of Student Life 4.6
5/5

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Chiang Mai University is located in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand. It has a beautiful, full campus and is well known for its strong focus on art and music, with a rich history and culture. Not many people know that the university and the city of Chiang Mai have been home to many world-renowned artists. It's a great place for students who appreciate creativity, tradition, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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Chiang Mai University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 10.8% Thailand
Top 8.6% Worldwide

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QS World University Rankings

526

By TopUniversities

Climbed 41 places compared to 2025

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3 year trend QS World University Rankings

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571 567 526

Best Global Universities Rankings

693

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 38 places compared to 2025

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3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

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739 655 693

Academic Ranking of World Universities

801

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Dropped 200 places compared to 2024

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3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

2023 2024 2025
601 601 801

World University Rankings

1001

By Times Higher Education

The university hasnโ€™t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

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3 year trend World University Rankings

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801 - 1001

Student services

International students are admitted to international programs on the basis of satisfying the minimum standards for English language ability and the required academic qualification for each program.Applicants whose first or native language is English will be exempted from the English Placement Test, but will still be required to take entrance examinations as specified by individual faculties/colleges.

Housing services

The International Hostel, meant for short and longer term visitors, has 86 standard rooms and two suites. All of the rooms and suites are fully furnished and air-conditioned.

Library services

The University Library comprises the Central Library and 19 affiliated, discipline-specific libraries located on campus in faculties, institutes, and centres. Its current inventory over 1,000,000 books of which 308,482 are in English, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and other foreign languages 4,238 Thai journals, 3,340 foreign journals, 35 Thai and English newspapers etc.

ICT services

Constituted from the consolidation of the resources of the CMU Computer Service Center (established in 1975) and the CMU Information Technology Center, it is ITSCs mission to provide the university and the community with software products, and consulting services. Moreover, it provides education and technical services for e-Learning, e-Business, and e-Government.

Medical services

A first-aid clinic for students and staff, located next to the CMU Officials Club, is open weekdays, excluding public holidays, from 08.30 16.30. The Student Health Service, at the Faculty of Medicine, also provides medical care. Open on Saturday and Sunday, from 10.00 - 12.00 and 13.30 - 15.30.

Campus life

We have four campuses together, the main campus, Suan Sak campus, is located about 5 kilometres west of the city center. Set against the backdrop of Doi Suthep Mountain, this campus occupies an area of 615 acres (249 hectares).

A little closer to the city, the Suan Dok (Garden of Flowers) campus occupies an area of 110 acres (45 hectares). CMUs latest acquisition is the Lamphun Sri Bua Baan campus. Located about 55 kilometres south of Chiang Mai on a 1,890-acre (765-hectare) site close to Lamphuns industrial centre, this campus provides additional training and research facilities with emphasis on industrial management and efficient energy utilization.

Sports facilities

Many sports fields, indoor and outdoor athletic courts, fitness parks, and a 50-meter swimming pool are located on our main campus. The range of international sports available on and off campus includes:

  • Aerobics
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Boxing
  • Field Hockey
  • Judo
  • Ptanque
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Table
  • Tennis
  • Tennis

Student clubs

The Students Union organises many student clubs devoted to these and other sporting, athletic, and social activities.

Accreditation

Chiang Mai University Business School had been proudly AACSB Accredited since 2021. View our AACSB Accreditation certificate. All of our undergraduate and graduate programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Chiang Mai University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Thailand Country
Chiang Mai City

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