Why Thailand.
Thailand is one of Southeast Asia's leading study hubs, home to globally-ranked universities such as Chulalongkorn and Mahidol, a strong catalogue of English-taught and international programmes, affordable living, and a famously warm, welcoming culture. From bustling Bangkok to laid-back Chiang Mai, it pairs quality higher education with an exceptional quality of life.
Ask the expertGlobally-ranked universities
Chulalongkorn and Mahidol rank among Asia's best, with strong English-taught and international programmes.
English & international degrees
A broad catalogue of English-medium bachelor's, master's and medicine, plus international-college tracks.
Affordable & high quality
Low tuition and living costs paired with modern campuses, good healthcare and an excellent quality of life.
ASEAN hub
A central Southeast Asian location with easy regional travel and growing trade and tech links.
Warm, welcoming culture
The 'Land of Smiles' is famously hospitable, with large international communities and a relaxed pace.
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QS #211Chulalongkorn University
Thailand's oldest and top-ranked university; many international programmes in Bangkok.
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QS #241Mahidol University
Renowned for medicine and the sciences; a green campus and an English MD programme.
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QS #571Chiang Mai University
The leading northern university; a beautiful, affordable base beneath the mountains.
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QS #1001Prince of Songkla University
A southern university with an international campus on the island of Phuket.
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begin.
The main intake for most programmes and international colleges.
A smaller second intake at several universities.
What it really
costs.
Thailand offers strong value — affordable tuition and living for genuinely high-quality universities. Use this as a planning guide (figures in USD).
* International colleges and medicine sit at the higher end; many universities offer scholarships for international students.
Cost of living
Bangkok is the priciest city and still affordable; Chiang Mai is the cheapest student base. Inexpensive food, low rents and cheap transport make Thailand excellent value for the lifestyle.
Funding that
follows merit.
Where you'll
live & study.
Bangkok
The vibrant capital — Chulalongkorn and Mahidol, world-class street life, and the most internships and jobs.
Chiang Mai
A laid-back, affordable northern city around Chiang Mai University — temples, mountains and a big student scene.
Phuket
A tropical island with a Prince of Songkla University campus, international schools and beachside living.
The visa,
step by step.
EHEC manages your visa end-to-end. We assemble your document checklist, open and verify your blocked account, arrange tax-compliant financial proofs, book your embassy appointment, and run mock interviews until you walk in confident.
Ask the expertAdmission letter
Secure your place — the basis of the Non-Immigrant ED student visa.
ED student visa
Apply at the Thai embassy with your acceptance letter and university documents. We prepare the file.
90-day reporting & extension
After arrival, report to immigration and extend the ED visa for the duration of your studies.
Stay & work
Graduates can pursue work or further study; an English-taught degree travels well across the region.
Tuition is roughly $3,000–8,000/year for English and international programmes; living runs $400–700/month. Thailand offers strong value for the quality on offer.
Thai university degrees are internationally recognised; for medicine, choose a WHO/WDOMS-listed university. We confirm recognition for each course.
Not for English-taught and international programmes, which run fully in English. Basic Thai helps daily life but isn't required to study.
Thailand's university cities are welcoming and student-friendly, with large international communities, good healthcare and a relaxed culture.
A regional hub for tourism, business and tech offers opportunities; an English-taught degree also travels well across ASEAN.