Mahidol University for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Mahidol University

Bangkok

Thailand

Established in 1888, Mahidol University is one of Thailand’s preeminent universities and a leading research university in Southeast Asia. It is particularly acclaimed for excellence in medicine and health sciences, offering innovative pathways to develop top-level healthcare professionals. Mahidol University stands out from other regional universities with its collaboration with leading international institutions, comprehensive range of international teaching staff and students from over 70 countries, and cutting-edge research capabilities.

Overall Score:

48.09

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

3845

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

15380

Location

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand with a population of over 8 million people. It is located east of the Gulf of Thailand and is a hub for transportation with its own international airport. One of the top tourist attractions in Bangkok is the Grand Palace, which is a complex of buildings that is lush and ornate and showcases the culture and history of the city.

Overall Scores

Academics

68.03

Happiness

23.83

Costs

52.4

Overall Grade

48.09

1. Academics

Rank:

900

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

9

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

18

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

68.03

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

41.5

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

5

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

47.61

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

23.83

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

53.6

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

48.6

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

15380

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

52.4

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

48.09

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C