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Chulalongkorn University

Location

254 Phyathai Road, Patumwan, Bangkok, TH, Bangkok Thailand

Ranking

# 229QS World University Rankings

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20Undergraduate programs

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89Postgraduate programs

International

1260International students

About Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand’s first institution of higher learning, has dedicated itself as the center for academic learning and professional excellence. The university’s mission and commitment to public service uphold the visions of the university’s founder, King Rama VI, who established Chulalongkorn University as a tribute to his father, King Rama V.

Whether through the pursuit and development of knowledge, or the application and dissemination of learned concepts, Chulalongkorn University works to empower students with professional know - how and research skills, as well as preserve the arts, culture, and values. Added to the academic learning is the university’s commitment to instill in Chula graduates a sense of morality, social responsibility, and service to society.

As Thailand’s leading university, Chulalongkorn University aims to be a model institute of education, setting the standard as a university of innovations for society. The university focuses itself on three social development core principles: preparing future leaders, developing impactful research and innovation, and advocating social sustainability.

Chulalongkorn University has 20 faculties, 23 colleges and research institutes, and 8,148 faculty members. Currently, there are over 38,000 students, including more than 27,000 undergraduates and 11,000 postgraduates.

About Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand’s first institution of higher learning, has dedicated itself as the center for academic learning and professional excellence. The university’s mission and commitment to public service uphold the visions of the university’s founder, King Rama VI, who established Chulalongkorn University as a tribute to his father, King Rama V.

Whether through the pursuit and development of knowledge, or the application and dissemination of learned concepts, Chulalongkorn University works to empower students with professional know - how and research skills, as well as preserve the arts, culture, and values. Added to the academic learning is the university’s commitment to instill in Chula graduates a sense of morality, social responsibility, and service to society.

As Thailand’s leading university, Chulalongkorn University aims to be a model institute of education, setting the standard as a university of innovations for society. The university focuses itself on three social development core principles: preparing future leaders, developing impactful research and innovation, and advocating social sustainability.

Chulalongkorn University has 20 faculties, 23 colleges and research institutes, and 8,148 faculty members. Currently, there are over 38,000 students, including more than 27,000 undergraduates and 11,000 postgraduates.

Available programs

Chulalongkorn University welcomes international applicants (non-holders of a Thai passport) for undergraduate admission to international programs.  Currently, 19 undergraduate programs are offered in English. (See https://www.chula.ac.th/en/academics/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/) There are two admission rounds, Early Admissions and Admissions. The application period is from December to February. (Applicants should note the application dates for each program.)

Prospective graduate candidates should apply directly to the International Program(s) they are interested in. Application deadlines vary from one program to another.  Websites and e-mail contacts are provided with a description of each program. Please visit https://www.chula.ac.th/en/academics/admissions/graduate-admission/.

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General

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The campus atmosphere at Chula is friendly, convenient, modern, and safe. Development of the university grounds is based on five smarts, including Smart Academy, Smart Classroom, Smart Living, Smart Space, and Smart Health, which are all ideal for learning and exchanging cultures. Find out more at “A Quick Tour of Chulalongkorn University.

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Student life

Life at Chulalongkorn University - explore the facilities, community, culture and innovation at “A Quick Tour of Chulalongkorn University.”

Chulalongkorn University works to foster a stimulating academic environment, one that includes a healthy social life and balanced with extracurricular activities. Life for Chula students is centered in Bangkok, the bustling and ever-growing metropolis known by locals as Krung Thep, or the “City of Angels”. The city is the world’s premier travel destination, a melting pot of visual delights, awe-inspiring sights, and cultural experiences. This unique location makes studying at Chula a journey of exploration and self-discovery that helps students grow, while developing their knowledge and skills. 

There is never a shortage of activities to do and places to visit after class and on the weekends in Thailand’s capital.  To begin with, art enthusiasts can choose to visit any of the 20 museums as well as numerous historical buildings, art galleries and performance halls in and around the university.  Avid readers can find a diverse selection of books at Chulalongkorn’s Book Center as well as the several dozen bookstores in the vicinity.  Food aficionados, moreover, will never go hungry with the numerous canteens on campus, along with food shops and restaurants off campus.  Last but not least, Bangkok is well-known as a shopping paradise, with over 10 major shopping centers, many right around the campus corner, such as MBK Center, Siam Paragon, Central World, Samyan Mitrtown and Chamchuri Square. 

Even with rush hour traffic, students will find that traveling in and around Bangkok from the campus is convenient and safe, with easy access to various forms of public transportation, including buses, the BTS sky train, the MRT subway, and even express boats.

Explore career opportunities at Chula: https://careers.chula.ac.th/recruit/home


Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Chulalongkorn University has a number of scholarships available for Chula students. For more information, please see the details here


Rankings & ratings

Chulalongkorn University is one of the top public universities in Bangkok, Thailand. It is ranked #229 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #=201
  • 2014
    #239
  • 2015
    #243
  • 2016
    #253
  • 2017
    #=252
  • 2018
    #=245
  • 2019
    #271
  • 2020
    #247
  • 2021
    #208
  • 2022
    #215
  • 2023
    #=224
  • 2024
    #211
  • 2025
    #229

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