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Khon Kaen University

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world rank  1313

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Overview

Established in 1964, the Khon Kaen University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Khon Kaen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Nong Khai. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Khon Kaen University (KKU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Thai higher education institution. Khon Kaen University (KKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old Thai higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Thai higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KKU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Khon Kaen University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Khon Kaen University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Khon Kaen University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Khon Kaen University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) มหาวิทยาลัยขอนแก่น
Acronym KKU
Founded 1964
Motto Knowledge, Virtues, Wisdom
Colours Red clay
Mascot
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University Location

Address 123 Mitraparb Road, Muang
Khon Kaen
40002 Khon Kaen
Thailand
Khon Kaen University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Khon Kaen University Phone Number (43) 00 9700
Khon Kaen University Fax Number (43) 20 2216
Other locations Nong Khai

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Khon Kaen University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Khon Kaen University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Khon Kaen University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Khon Kaen University.



Khon Kaen University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Khon Kaen University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Khon Kaen University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Khon Kaen University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Khon Kaen University has more than 600 international students.

Khon Kaen University's Admission Office Admission Office

123 Bureau of Academic Administration and Development
Khon Kaen 40002
4334 7486


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Khon Kaen University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Khon Kaen University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Khon Kaen University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Khon Kaen University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Khon Kaen University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Khon Kaen University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Khon Kaen University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Khon Kaen University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Khon Kaen University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Khon Kaen University's Library


Khon Kaen University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Khon Kaen University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Khon Kaen University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Khon Kaen University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Khon Kaen University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Khon Kaen University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Khon Kaen University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Khon Kaen University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Khon Kaen University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Khon Kaen University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Khon Kaen University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Medical Council of Thailand (MCT)
  • Thailand Nursing and Midwifery Council (TNMC)
  • The Dental Council
  • Engineering Institute of Thailand (EIT)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Khon Kaen University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • ASEAN European Academic University Network (ASEA-UNINET)
  • Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Khon Kaen University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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