FAQs
August 27, 2021 2025-07-08 7:59FAQs
Incoming Exchange & Visiting Students – FAQ
Mahidol University International College (MUIC)
For All Trimesters
Why Choose MUIC?
MUIC offers an exceptional academic and cultural experience through:
- International Environment: Learn alongside students from over 50 countries.
- English-Taught Curriculum: Courses available across Business, Science, Arts, and more.
- Cultural Immersion: Engage with Thai culture in a vibrant, safe, and welcoming community.
- Student Support Services: Orientation, airport pickup, academic advising, and more.
- Green & Modern Campus: Located near Bangkok, with excellent learning and recreational facilities.
What’s the difference between an exchange and a visiting student?
- Exchange Student: From a partner university with an official MOU; tuition-waived at MUIC.
- Visiting Student: From a non-partner university; tuition fees apply.
- Exchange students: Must be officially nominated by their home university.
- Visiting students: Apply directly via the Inbound Application Portal
Application Deadlines
Trimester | Nomination Deadline | Application Deadline |
Trimester 1 (Sep–Dec) | April 30 | June 30 |
Trimester 2 (Jan–Apr) | August 30 | September 30 |
Trimester 3 (Apr–Jul) | November 30 | January 30 |
What documents are needed for my application?
Requirements:
For Visiting Students:
- Copy of Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months after completion of study at MUIC.
- Official Transcript: Must include the university seal and be verified as true copies by your home university.
- A Certificate of English Proficiency is required only if you are not a native English speaker.
- Proof of Enrollment issued by your home university.
- Reference Letter Issued by your home university.
- Proof of International Health Insurance
- Must be in English.
- The insurance company must have a branch office in Thailand.
- Application Fee USD 55 non-refundable.
- Student ID Photo
- JPEG format
- Size: 1200 x 1400 pixels
- Background: Plain blue or white
- Shirt: Plain white with a collar, no suit, tie, or blouse
- Submission
- All documents must be uploaded as PDF files (except the photo) to the MUIC enrollment system.
- Copy of Passport: Must be Valid for at least 6 months after study abroad completion.
- Official Transcript: Must include the university seal and be verified as true copies by your home university.
- A Certificate of English Proficiency is required only if not a native English speaker.
- Nomination Letter Issued by your home university.
- Proof of International Health Insurance in English, and must have a branch office in Thailand.
- Student ID Photo
- JPEG format
- Size: 1200 x 1400 pixels
- Background: Plain blue or white
- Shirt: Plain white with a collar (no suit, tie, or blouse)
- Submission
- All documents must be uploaded as PDF files (except the photo) to the MUIC enrollment system.
Who needs to submit English test scores?
- Native English speakers: Exempt
Non-native speakers: Must submit one of the following:- TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 69 (Writing score 22)
- IELTS (Academic) overall 6 (Writing 6)
- PTE (Academic) overall 50
- Other qualifications showing equivalent English Language proficiency that have previously been accepted (Click here!)
Academics
Students can take courses across various fields regardless of their major (subject to prerequisites and availability).
🔗 Programs Overview
🔗 Course Listings & Descriptions
- Exchange students: 12–16 credits per trimester
- Visiting students: 12–20 credits per trimester
As an exchange or visiting student at MUIC, you are allowed to mix and match courses across different majors and academic divisions, as long as:
- You meet the prerequisites for the course (if any)
- The course is open to inbound students and not restricted
- There is no schedule conflict with your other selected courses
Visa & Immigration
You must apply for a Non-Immigrant “ED” (Education) Visa using MUIC’s official acceptance and visa letters.
Approximately 3–4 weeks after the application deadline.
No. Since you will be studying at MUIC, you must enter Thailand with a student (ED) visa only.
No, student visa holders (Non-Immigrant “ED”) are not allowed to work part-time unless they obtain a valid work permit.
Airport Pick up & Orientation
You should arrive in Thailand 1–2 days before the orientation. This will give you enough time to adjust, buy your uniform, and finalize your housing arrangements before the trimester begins.
Yes, free airport pickup is provided every trimester for exchange and visiting students. Please visit the academic schedule for more information.
You may travel to campus using:
- Official airport taxis
- Grab ride-hailing app (iOS/Android)
No, students must arrange their return transportation.
Yes, all exchange and visiting students must attend the official orientation program.
Housing & Campus Life
No. However, MUIC provides a list of recommended off-campus accommodations near campus.
🔗 Housing List
- Mahidol belt & brooch: The Harmony by MU (MLC Building)
- Student uniform: Available at shops near campus (Gates 3 & 4)
Yes.
- Room 2301 (3rd Floor, Building 2)
- Room A227 (2nd Floor, Aditayathorn Building)
Estimated Basic Cost of Living in Thailand:
- Accommodations: 7,000 – 30,000 baht/month
- Utilities: 2,000 – 4,000 baht/month
- Food/Meals: 9,000 – 12,000 baht/month
- Books/Course Materials: 5,000 baht/trimester
- Local Transportation: 6,000 baht/month
Note: These are estimates and may vary depending on individual lifestyle.
MUIC Counselling Service
The Counselling Service at MUIC provides free, confidential, and non-judgmental support to students facing emotional and psychological difficulties that affect their personal well-being and academic performance. The service is designed to help students manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
All enrolled students at Mahidol University International College (MUIC) are eligible to access the counselling services – https://muic.mahidol.ac.th/eng/student-life/student-services/counseling-service/
Academic Regulations
Students must attend at least 80% of each course to be eligible for the final exam.
- Three late arrivals (15+ mins) = 1 absence
- More details:
🔗 Academic Regulations
MUIC uses a 4.0 grading scale based on letter grades and numeric score ranges, as outlined below
Letter Grade | Descriptor | Percentage Range | Grade Point |
A | Excellent | 90–100 % | 4.0 |
B+ | Very Good | 85–89 % | 3.5 |
B | Good | 80–84 % | 3.0 |
C+ | Fairly Good | 75–79 % | 2.5 |
C | Fair | 70–74 % | 2.0 |
D+ | Poor | 65–69 % | 1.5 |
D | Very Poor | 60–64 % | 1.0 |
F | Fail | < 60 % | 0.0 |
Contact Student Exchange Office
- Room A244, 2nd Floor, Aditayathorn Building
- Office Hours: 08:00–17:00 (Monday–Friday)
- icia@mahidol.ac.th
- +66 (0) 2700 5000 #4231, 4232, 4236
- MUIC Inbound Portal
