Frequently Asked Questions

Question about Admission and Scholarship

What can I do if I cannot complete the online application or download the application form?

Please contact the Student Admission Section. E-mail: grsll@mahidol.ac.th
What are my chances of being admitted?

There are a number of conditions that must be considered.
- Does your academic background meet our requirements?
- Do you have any special research interests?
- Is there a supervisor available in the study program applied for?
Is an English Proficiency Test score required for admission to international Graduate programs?

Yes, the Faculty of Graduate Studies requires one of the following English Proficiency Test scores :
- TOEFL Paper-Based score of 500 or higher
- TOEEL Computer Based score of 173 or higher
- IELTS score of 6.0 or higher
What is the language used for teaching international Graduate programs?

English is the sole language used for instruction, seminars, examinations and the thesis process in all study programs.

How much does it cost to study in international Graduate programs?

The estimated average total tuition cost of international graduate programs, by Academic Discipline and Level is given in the following tables.

Graduate Diploma Program


Field of Study		Tuition Cost

Medical Science		6,600 US $

Master's Degree Program


Field of Study		Tuition Cost

Environment and Natural Resources		11,000 US $

Linguistics, Culture and Education		6,000 US $

Medical Science		13,000 US $

Public Health		8,700 US $

Science and Technology		13,000 US $

Social sciences, Humanities and Liberal Arts		6,000 US$

Doctoral Degree Program


Field of Study	Tuition Cost (Hold a Bachelor's)	Tuition Cost (Hold a Master's)

Environment and Natural Resources	13,000 US $	12,000 US $

Medical Science	19,000 US $	11,000 US $

Public Health	9,200 US $	5,200 US $

Science and Technology	19,000 US $	11,000 US $

Note : The cost is subject to change without prior notice and can vary because of exchange rates.

What about scholarships available for foreign students?
- Foreign applicants may be granted financial assistance from their home countries, or one of the many international funding agencies collaborating with Mahidol University, including Ford Foundation, JICA, SEAMEO and WHO etc.
- Applicants who are government officers from neighboring countries can apply for a scholarship provided by the Thai Government ( Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency, TICA ). Applications for scholarships must be submitted through the government of their home countries. There are "7 priority programs"
  1. Master of Clinical Tropical Medicine,
  2. Master of Science in Natural Resources Management,
  3. Master of Science in Industrial Ecology and Environment,
  4. Master of Science in Food and Nutrition for Development,
  5. Master of Arts in Health Social Science,
  6. Master of Education in Educational Management and
  7. Master of Arts in Population and Reproductive Health Research for this scholarship.
- Funding for individual programs applied for is also available. Applicants should request further details from the respective program. Contact information of each program can be found on the page "Admission Requirement"
- The Faculty of Graduate Studies also annually provides partial support for outstanding students. Application is allowed after enrollment as students at Mahidol University. Please see category of support on the page "Scholarships and Swards".
Can I graduate in the minimum time for the course?

Yes, students in the graduate diploma program, the master's degree program and the doctoral degree program can generally graduate in 1, 2, and 3 years respectively. Some master's degree programs only require a minimum of one year's study. However, it is depend very much on research achievement, mean that many students exceed minimal time of the course, and can spend time until maximal time for the course.

Since 24-12-2013