Admission Guide 1/2025 (Undergraduate)

ADMISSION GUIDE

2025

UNDERGRADUATE

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MFU Admission Requirements

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English / Thai Language Requirements

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Schedule / Documentation for application

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Cost and Fees

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Bachelor’s Degree Programmes

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International Accreditation

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Academic Calendar 2025

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Top 10 Countries of International Students Studying at MFU

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5 Steps to Apply to MFU

MFU ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS • Applicants must have a strong desire to study at Mae Fah Luang University.

• Applicants must be physically healthy without any diseases or conditions that might inhibit their ability to study.

• Applicants must have graduated from the upper secondary education level or according to the education system as follows: • BRITISH SYSTEM

- Graduation from Year 13, according to the English education system; or - Graduation Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A Level) with grade results A*-E on at least 3 different subjects or - Cambridge Pre-U with grade result M1 or D1-D3 on at least 3 different subjects.

• AMERICAN SYSTEM

- Graduation from grade 12, according to the American education system.

- Graduation from GED, according to the American education system.

• NEW ZEALAND SYSTEM

(1) National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) under New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) At least 80 credits achieved with: - NCEA Level 2 or above 60 credits and - NCEA Level 1 or above 20 credits with English for Speaker of other Languages (ESOL) considered as a subject Graduates are required to obtain an NCEA Level 2 qualification, Record of Achievement, certificate of level, number of subjects and credits for each subject from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).

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(2) National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) under New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) At least 60 credits achieved on 5 different subjects at Level 2 or above with: - at least 4 credits of English (Literacy) - at least 4 credits of Mathematics (Numeracy) without English for Speaker of other Languages (ESOL) Graduates receive a transcript (Record of Achievement) and a degree certificate. Number of subjects and individual credits from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).

The Criteria (2) is effective for New Zealand graduates of High school education from the 2009 academic year onwards.

• INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)

(1) International Baccalaureate Diploma, that a total score of 5 subjects and 1 elective course with a minimum score of 24 and pass the Extended Essay (EE), Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Action & Service (CAS) criteria according to International criteria. Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) or (2) IB Diploma Course Results ( IBCR) with not less than grade 3 on at least 5 different subjects.

• BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION COUNCIL (BTEC)

It is a Vocational Qualification.

• Graduated from other systems according to the high school curriculum or equivalent according to the highest basic education curriculum of each country (Secondary School)

• Applicants must be approved by the schools to be eligible for admission.

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English Language Requirements • Applicants must have the qualification in accordance with the requirements in either 1. or 2., details as follows: 1. Applicants must have the English proficiency test result not less than the following requirements: IELTS TOEFL IBT TOEFL ITP (Institutional Testing Program)

5 35 337

TOEIC

400

Placement test

60 %

The test result should not exceed two years since the examination date.

2. Applicants must have graduated from high schools where English is the primary medium of instruction. Applicants must also submit a Certificate of English as Medium of Instruction issued by the school to the university.

• In the case that applicants do not have the English proficiency test result as stated in 1. and do not graduate from high schools as stated in 2. but have other academic qualifications that meet requirements of the programme, the School shall accept applicants with conditions as follows: - Applicants are required to take the Placement Test prepared by the School of Liberal Arts. The Placement Test fee is 500 Baht per test. If the applicants have a passing score of 60%, they shall be accepted to study by the School.

- If applicants do not achieve a passing score of 60% on the Placement Test, they are required to enroll in the Intensive English Courses for one semester during their first semester of study until they achieve a passing grade.

Thai Language Requirements Applicants are required to be able to use Thai in listening, speaking, reading, and writing at a competent level in the following programmes; - Laws - Thai Traditional Medicine - Traditional Chinese Medicine Mae Fah Luang University Admission Guide 2025

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Overall Schedule

Academic Year 2025 1st Semester Application Period : January - May 2025 Study Period : August - December 2025

2nd Semester Application Period : July - September 2025 Study Period : January - May 2026

Documentation for application 1

A copy of passport

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A copy of high school graduate certificate (English) *only for full-time applicants

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A copy of high school transcript (English)

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A one-page statement of purpose

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English proficiency test result (if any)

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a Certificate of English as Medium of Instruction (if any) ***Exchange students are not required to submit a copy of high school graduate certificate.

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Admission Schedule for the First Semester, Academic Year 2025 (Bachelor’s Degree Programmes)

Application Period Announcement of Successful Applicants on en.mfu.ac.th

Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

Round 4 Round 5

2 - 31 Jan 25

1 - 28 Feb 25

1 - 31 Mar 25

1 - 30 Apr 25

1 - 31 May 25

14 Feb 25

14 Mar 25

11 Apr 25

15 May 25

13 Jun 25

Remarks: • Applications for each programme are reviewed every one month until the seats are filled. This means that available seats for certain programme may be filled prior to the application deadline. If the application deadline of the last round has passed, all programmes will be closed for applications, even if some seats may still be available.

• Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

• Applicants can select one programme when applying to MFU.

Cost (Undergraduate Level) 1. Tuition Fees per Semester 32,500 - 78,000 Baht (vary depending on the programme selections) 2. Application Fee (paid upon registration) 300 Baht 3. Placement Test Fee 500 Baht 4. On-Campus Dormitory Fee per Semester

4,000 - 8,000 Baht 5. Damage Insurance (Refundable after Graduation) 2,000 Baht 6. Public Facility Fee per Semester 1,200 Baht 7. Freshers Package 690 Baht 8. Health Insurance (Annual) 2,000 Baht 9. How to Live and Learn on Campus Programme 1,100 Baht 10. A Bank Account and New Student ID Card Fee (ATM Card) 200 Baht 11. Health Check at MFU Hospital per programme 590 Baht (vary depending on the programme)

Except - Environmental Health, the fee is 790 THB

- Occupational Health and Safety, the fee is 790 THB

- Public Health, the fee is 1,070 THB

- Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, the fee is 1,070 THB

- Nursing Science, the fee is 1,130 THB

- Traditional Chinese Medicine, the fee is 1,230 THB

- Physical Therapy, the fee is 1,560 THB Estimated Total 45,080 - 95,450 Baht *** MFU reserves the right to adjust tuition fees without prior notice.

Remark: Damage Insurance Fee is a damage deposit. Upon graduation, this deposit will be refunded to the student if there is no outstanding balance on the student’s University account due to damages or any other charge.

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Bachelor’s Degree Programmes The list of programmes open for application of each semester

School

Agro-Industry

Cosmetic Science

Health Science

Applied Digital Technology

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Degree

Academic Programme

B.Sc. Innovative Food Science and Technology B.Sc. Agri-Food Logistics B.Sc. Agri-Food Logistics Logistics and Supply Chain Management and and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes; 4 B.B.A. (Dual years) B.Sc. Beauty Technology B.Sc. Cosmetic Science Environmental Health B.Sc. Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee.

B.Sc. Occupational Health and Safety Public Health B.P.H. Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee. and Health Science B.Sc. Sports Have experience in sports competitions B.Eng. Computer Engineering Digital Technology for Business Innovation 1) Have good English skills in listening, reading, and writing B.Sc. speaking, 2) Write an essay on the topic “What are your interests and abilities in digital technology and the application of digital technology in business?”

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Acceptance Acceptance Tuition number number Fee/ of 1st of 2nd Semester semester semester (THB) 20 20 32,500 20 32,500 20

-

44,200

5 10

-

45,500 45,500

5

5

39,000

5

-

39,000

10

-

32,500

5

-

32,500

10

-

36,400

5

-

36,400

School

Degree

Academic Programme

Multimedia Technology and Animation Have a self-introduction video clip in English, including an introduction to your multimedia work B.Sc. and the reason for wanting to study multimedia technology, no longer than 3 minutes, upload it to YouTube and attach the URL in the application attachment system Applied Digital Digital and Communication Engineering Technology B.Eng. Mathematics, English, and Science scores of not less than 70% Software Engineering 1) Write an essay on the topic “Developing B.Eng. Software for a better world” 2) Have a self-introduction video clip in English no longer than 5 minutes.

Physical Therapy Science-Math (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) B.PT. 1) 2) Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee.

Thai Traditional Medicine Able to communicate in Thai at a good level.

B.ATM. 1) 2) Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee.

Integrative Traditional Chinese Medicine Medicine 1) Must have good Thai language skills, including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Can conduct interviews using Thai.

2) Must pass the interview with the curriculum B.CM. committee.

- Year 1

Acceptance Acceptance Tuition number number Fee/ of 1st of 2nd Semester semester semester (THB)

10

-

41,600

5

-

36,400

25

-

39,000

5

-

42,900

1

-

42,900

3

-

39,000

- Year 2 - 5

Law

- Year 6 Laws 1) To be able to use Thai in listening, speaking, LL.B. reading, and writing at a competent level.

2) Must pass the inteiview with the curriculum committee

78,000 13,000 5

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32,500

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School

Liberal Arts

Degree

Academic Programme

B.A.

English Thai Language and Culture for Foreigners A person whose native language is not Thai 1) Have English test results that pass the following criteria: - TOEFL (ITP) 400 points or higher or - TOEFL (CBT) 97-103 points or - TOEFL (IBT) 32-34 or - IELTS 4.5 or higher or - English test results from other institutions approved by the curriculum committee the curriculum also encourages students to participate in English language skill development activities organized by the faculty, including organizing pregraduation preparation activities so that students can pass the pre-graduation knowledge test (Exit Examination).

2) Must pass an interview by the curriculum

B.A.

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Acceptance Acceptance Tuition number number Fee/ of 1st of 2nd Semester semester semester (THB) 20 32,500

40

-

35,000

School

Management

Nursing

Science

Degree

Academic Programme

B.Acc Accounting B.B.A. Aviation Business Management Business Administration 1) Math grade not lower than B (if any) 2) In the case of using GED qualification, the total score must not be less than 600 points 3) Have English test results that pass the B.B.A. following criteria: - IELTS level 5.0 or higher or - TOEFL (IBT) 53 points or higher or - TOEIC 500 points or higher 4) Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee B.Econ. Economics Hospitality Business Management B.B.A. Have English test results and must have a score of 60% or more Logistics and Supply Chain Management 1) Have English test results that pass the following criteria: 4.5 higher or B.B.A. -- IELTS TOEFL (IBT) 53 point or higher or - TOEIC 500 point or higher.

2) GED qualifications in mathematical reasoning, must have a score of 150 or higher.

B.B.A. Tourism Business and Events Nursing Science B.N.S. Must pass the interview with the curriculum committee.

B.Sc. Applied Chemistry B.Sc. Biosciences B.Eng. Materials Engineering

Acceptance Acceptance Tuition number number Fee/ of 1st of 2nd Semester semester semester (THB) 20 39,000 10 52,000

50

50

35,750

20

-

39,000

30

-

35,750

20

-

39,000

50

50

39,000

10

-

49,400

10 5 5

-

32,500 32,500 39,000

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School

Degree

B.A.

Sinology

B.A.

Social Innovation

B.A.

Academic Programme Chinese Language and Culture 1) Age not over 25 years old 2) Accept and understand the teaching culture in the Thai context.

3) If you have a Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 3 and a score of 180 or more, you will be given special consideration.

4) Must pass an interview with the curriculum committee Chinese Studies 1) Have a Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) Level 4 and a score of 180 or above (used in cases where the test results are expired or if the student has registered for at least 12 credits of Chinese language courses or has studied Chinese at a Chinese language school or Chinese language institute, with evidence from that school or institute).

2) Not a Chinese national.

3) Must pass an interview with the curriculum committee International Development (Must pass an interview with the curriculum committee.)

International Accreditation

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Acceptance Acceptance Tuition number number Fee/ of 1st of 2nd Semester semester semester (THB)

2

-

45,500

5

-

49,400

5

-

45,500

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2025 First Semester First day of classes

4 August 2025

Midterm examinations

29 September - 5 October 2025

Last day of classes

23 November 2025

Final examinations

24 November - 5 December 2025

End of first semester

6 December 2025

Second Semester First day of classes

5 January 2026

Midterm examinations

2 - 8 March 2026

Last day of classes

26 April 2026

Final examinations

27 April - 8 May 2026

End of second semester

9 May 2026

Summer Session First day of classes

1 June 2026

Last day of classes

12 July 2026

Final examinations

13 - 17 July 2026

End of summer session

18 July 2026

End of academic year

2 August 2026 Mae Fah Luang University Admission Guide 2025

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TOP 10 COUNTRIES OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

*as of academic year 1/2024

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5 Steps to Apply to MFU STEP 1

STEP 2

: Choose Your Programme • Choose one programme that you wish to apply for from the list of programmes offered for international students. If any further information is required, please visit https://en.mfu.ac.th/admission/admission-guide.html or email: interadmission@mfu.ac.th

: Submit Application Form • Applying online at https://en.mfu.ac.th/admission/admission-guide.html System Instruction: https://shorturl.asia/uyjAk

: Receive Information STEP 3

• An interview can be held by telephone or Skype video call. Other documents may be required; in this case, further notification will be sent.

• A list of successful applicants will be announced on website (en.mfu.ac.th).

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: Complete new student information STEP 4

• Complete all personal information and upload all necessary documents to the new student registration system • Pay tuition fees and all expenses in Thai Baht (THB) currency • Applicants will receive an official acceptance letter with the necessary visa request documents and acceptance package via email/post.

: Arrive at the MFU Campus STEP 5

• Inform the Global Relations Division of your arrival details for pickup services from the Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport or Chiang Rai Bus Station (1 week in advance).

• Undergraduate international students are guaranteed dormitory rooms on campus for their first year of study at MFU. Mae Fah Luang University Admission Guide 2025

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