Overview

Location(s)	Thailand
Term	Fall Semester, Spring Semester
Credit	Art, Biology, Broadcasting, Business, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Film, Fi nance, Hospitality, Hotel Restaurant Management, Information Systems, Mar keting, Math, Political Science, Psychology, Thai, Theatre
Classes Held	On-site
Housing	Residence Hall
Passport	Required

Program Eligibility

GPA	2.5
Grad credit	Not available
Non-WIU	No
Pre-requiste	No previous proficiency required
Student Year	Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Program Details

General: You are  REQUIRED  to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to participate in this program. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to WIU registration. Mahidol University International College is located just outside of Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. It is an international university that serves students from many different countries and allows all students to learn about Southeast Asian culture.

Semester Programs: Students can participate in a semester or academic year exchange at Mahidol where they will have opportunities to take coursework in English in a variety of disciplines. Students will also have access to Thai language courses.

Housing and Meals: Mahidol has on campus housing available in student dormitories as well as several off-campus housing options. More information about housing and meal options can be found on the accommodation website. 

Entry Requirements: Students must apply for a visa before entering Thailand. Visa requirements can be found  on the website of the Thai consulate. 

Health Insurance: It is a university policy that all WIU students who study abroad are either covered under WIU student health insurance OR have purchased the Patriot Travel Medical Insurance plan through IMG.

Costs (Comparative Table)

ITEMS	WIU	Mahidol
Tuition 12 semester hours, plan T	4,506.00	4,506.00
Application Fee		75.00
Health Insurance	842.00	200.00
Passport		135.00
Housing and Meals	4,365.00	1,800.00
Student Visa		80.00
Books and Supplies	400.00	200.00
Total	10113.00	6996.00*

  *Students will arrange their own airfare. 

Financial Aid and Scholarships are available.

Semester Dates

Fall: Mid-September-Mid-December

Spring: Late-December-Early April

Summer: Mid-April-Late July

You can find out more information about Mahidol by visiting their website.

Academics

Exchange students are eligible to take most courses offered at Mahidol University. Courses are offered in a wide range of disciplines allowing students to take coursework towards major, minor, and general education requirements during the same semester. Students can find available courses in the Mahidol course catalog.