Chiang Mai Rajabhat University

Overview

English Name: Chiang Mai Rajabhat University

Acronyms: CMRU

Founded: 1924

Control Type: Public

A public university based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Chiang Mai Rajabhat University was founded in 1924 and operates as a higher-education provider. Its institutional context places it within Thailand's wider academic ecosystem.

Programmes at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University cover bachelor's through doctoral programmes, structured through multiple faculties. The institution administers a catalogue of active programmes across its academic units.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Chiang Mai Rajabhat University are summarised below. Cross-check with the official website if you intend to send documents or financial information.

Academic Details

Chiang Mai Rajabhat University's institutional metrics — useful for sizing it against other shortlisted universities. The proportion of academic staff with doctorates correlates with research output and graduate-school admissions.

Degrees

Whether you're considering bachelor's, master's, or doctoral study at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, qualifications are sorted by level. Stackable credentials (microcredentials adding up to full degrees) appear separately where available.

Faculties & Divisions

Each of Chiang Mai Rajabhat University's faculties focuses on different subject clusters — the breakdown is below. Cross-faculty programmes exist but are usually administered by their lead division.

Programs Offered

The programme finder below covers every degree Chiang Mai Rajabhat University currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.

How to apply to Chiang Mai Rajabhat University

Practical steps to apply to Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Use the programme finder to browse Chiang Mai Rajabhat University's 138 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Programme-level requirements at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   Chiang Mai Rajabhat University processes applications through www.cmru.ac.th. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chiang Mai Rajabhat University

Quick reference for Chiang Mai Rajabhat University: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.

Top-Ranked Universities in Thailand

A quick benchmark: here are the top-ranked universities in Thailand. Useful for understanding how Chiang Mai Rajabhat University compares against the national reference points in higher education, and what alternatives exist if reach institutions are part of your strategy.

Mahidol University

Nakhon Pathom · Public · Rank #355

Chulalongkorn University

Bangkok · Public · Rank #438

Chiang Mai University

Chiang Mai · Public · Rank #700

Khon Kaen University

Khon Kaen · Public · Rank #1025

Kasetsart University

Bangkok · Public · Rank #1079

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Looking at higher education options close to Chiang Mai Rajabhat University? These nearby campuses share similar academic structures and may suit students prioritising proximity to home or family. Regional ties also affect access to internships and local employer networks.

MA

Maejo University

Chiang Mai · Public · Rank #2081

Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna

Chiang Mai · Public · Rank #4865

Payap University

Chiang Mai · Private · Est. 1974

Boromarajonani College of Nursing

Chiang Mai · Est. 1997

FA

Far Eastern University

Chiang Mai · Private · Est. 1999

Where Else to Study Education & Teaching

Alumni outcomes data publication varies across Education & Teaching programmes in Thailand. Where available, post-grad employment and salary data is the best signal of programme quality beyond marketing claims.

Prince of Songkla University

Hat Yai · Public · Rank #1154

Walailak University

Nakhon Si Thammarat · Public · Rank #1323

Thammasat University

Bangkok · Public · Rank #1614

KI

King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Bangkok · Public · Rank #2165

King Mongkut's Institute of Technology North Bangkok

Bangkok · Public · Rank #2264

Universities Often Compared with Chiang Mai Rajabhat University

Below: institutions that students typically weigh against Chiang Mai Rajabhat University when finalising their shortlist. The comparison set reflects scale and prestige; specific programme fit still needs separate verification.

Udon Thani Rajabhat University

Udon Thani · Public · Est. 1923

PH

Phetchaburi Rajabhat University

Phetchaburi · Public · Est. 1926

Nakhon Sawan Rajabhat University

Nakhon Sawan · Public · Est. 1922

TH

Thepsatri Rajabhat University

Lopburi · Public · Est. 1920

SO

Songkhla Rajabhat University

Songkhla · Public · Est. 1919