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# 🇹🇭 Studying in Thailand for international applicants

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## Higher education in Thailand at a glance {#c1}

American International Hotel Management (AIHM) - Bangkok

Thailand is an increasingly popular choice for studying abroad: English-taught international programs, an affordable cost of living, a warm climate and a convenient location at the heart of Southeast Asia. Degrees from Thai universities and international schools are recognition should be checked by country, profession and programme, and campuses are increasingly geared toward international students.

Thailand is especially strong in fields related to hospitality, tourism and management - fitting for one of the world's most visited countries.

## Advantages of studying in Thailand {#c2}

- International programs in English.
- Affordable living and tuition costs compared with Europe and the USA.
- Strong programs in hospitality, tourism and business.
- Warm climate and a high quality of life.
- A convenient hub for travel across Asia.

## Cost & accommodation {#c3}

Tuition depends on the university and program; international management schools cost more than public universities but remain more affordable than Western counterparts. Thailand's low cost of living is one of the main reasons to choose it.

During a consultation we'll share the current amounts for the specific program and help you plan a budget.

## The way in {#c4}

International applicants are admitted on the basis of their diploma and proven English proficiency. The student (ED) visa requires an admission letter from the university.

Intake dates depend on the program - we'll help you gather documents and go through the process from application to visa.

Step by step:

1. Pick a university. International programs at Bangkok and Chiang Mai universities - English-taught.
2. Apply. Documents: certificate, IELTS/TOEFL or the university test; usually two intakes.
3. ED visa. Issued on admission, extended in-country.
4. Budget. One of the lowest all-in yearly costs among Asia's English-taught options.

## After 11th grade: direct entry

Certificates are accepted directly and most international programs skip entrance exams - documents plus English. Thailand wins on ratio: English-medium study, warm climate, and a full year's budget below a single European semester. Comparisons - in our [study-abroad guide](https://www.studyu.org/en/blog-where-is-it-easiest-to-study-abroad).

## Master's degrees in Thailand

Diplomas accepted directly; international master's programs are English-taught with moderate competition and prices.

## What studying in Thailand costs

| Expense | Budget for |
| --- | --- |
| Bachelor's (international programs) | $2,000-5,000 / year |
| Master's | $2,500-6,000 / year |
| Living | $500-800 / month |
| ED visa | on admission, extended in-country |

## FAQ {#c-faq}

### What language is instruction in in Thailand?

International programs in English are available to international students - knowledge of Thai is not required.

### Is it expensive to study in Thailand?

Tuition and living in Thailand are noticeably more affordable than in Europe or the USA. Exact amounts depend on the university - we'll advise during a consultation.

### What visa do I need to study?

An ED student visa, issued on the basis of an admission letter from the university. We help with the full document package.

### Which fields are the strongest?

Thailand is especially strong in hotel management, tourism and business education - fitting for one of the world's most visited countries.

### Can I apply to Thailand right after an 11-year school?

Yes, directly: documents and English, no entrance exams at most international programs.

### How much does studying in Thailand cost?

$2,000-5,000 a year on international programs; living $500-800 a month.

### What language is instruction in?

International programs run in English; Thai is optional, for daily life.

### Is the Thai diploma recognized?

Yes - leading universities hold international accreditation and diplomas transfer normally into foreign graduate programs.

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## Universities in Thailand we help you get into

Each comes with a full guide - faculties, prices and requirements. The list will keep growing.

### American International Hotel Management (AIHM)

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