Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the requirements for graduating? 

A: To graduate, students must:

1. Achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00.

2. Successfully defend their thesis/individual study (IS) work.

3. Disseminate their thesis/IS work, either through publication in an approved academic journal or by presenting at a national/international academic conference.

Q: What are the chances of a successful application?

A: We welcome applications from candidates with a Bachelor's degree in any field. While we cannot predict individual admission chances, we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Q: What are some additional expenses I should consider?

A: Apart from tuition fees, consider budgeting around 20,000 THB monthly for living expenses. The total fee of 270,600 THB includes tuition (24,500 THB) and educational fees (65,700 THB). Scholarships may cover tuition but not educational fees. Additional minor fees may apply for activities like field trips.

Q: Are there any student loans and installment plans available?

A: Currently, our programme, faculty, and Chulalongkorn University do not offer loan programmes or installment plans for tuition fee payments.

Q: What are some scholarship opportunities at the university?

A: Chulalongkorn University offers two scholarship types for graduate studies:

1. For non-Thai students: Chulalongkorn University’s Graduate Scholarship Programme for ASEAN or Non-ASEAN Countries

2. For Thai students: H.M. the King Bhumibhol Adulyadej’s 72nd Birthday Anniversary Scholarship

More information please visit: https://www.grad.chula.ac.th/en/scholarship.php?type=1

 To be considered for these scholarships, applicants must first be admitted to the MAAE programme. Indicate your scholarship interest in the MAAE application, provide recent English proficiency test scores, and submit a Statement of Purpose. The scholarship selection is conducted by the Graduate School scholarship committee, independent of the MAAE programme.

Q: How should scholarship recipients prepare financially?  

A: Scholarship recipients should be aware of potential delays in scholarship/stipend processing upon arrival in Thailand. It is advisable to bring sufficient cash to cover initial living expenses in Bangkok, including the first month's rent, a two-month housing deposit, and other settling-in costs.

Q: Are there Student Housing available on campus?

A: On-campus housing is available at CU iHouse, with options for daily or monthly rental. For more information: https://pmcu.co.th/cu-i-house/

Q: Is there an alternative to on-campus accommodation?

A: Many students choose off-campus housing for cost reasons. When renting in Thailand, expect to pay the first month's rent and a two-month deposit upfront. The typical rental contract is for one year. We provide a list of recommended accommodations here, but students are responsible for securing their own housing.

• Rangnam Apartment (~2 km from the University):
  Address: 521/3-4 Sri Ayutthaya Road, Phaya Thai, Bangkok 10400 Tel. (662) 2476301-4, 6426011-17 Fax. (662) 2476300

• V.P. Tower Apartment (~3 km from the University):
  For more information: https://vptower.com/

• Soi2 Apartment
  Address: 29/1 Soi Rongmuang 2, Rongmuang road, Rongmuang, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: (662)214-5068, (662)214-0472 

• 74 Mansion
  Address: 74 Soi Kasemsan3, Rama1, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330. Tel: (668) 5981-6226

• Patumwan House
  Address: 22 Soi Kasemsan 1, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel (662)612-3590

• Na Surawong
  Address: 171 Soi Santiphap, Naret Road, Si Phraya, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: (662)236-2225, (668)5920-9903

Q: Are Student Exchange Programmes Available?

A: Exchange opportunities are available with schools that have an MOU with Chulalongkorn University. Credits earned at exchange universities may be transferable, subject to faculty approval.

• • For University-level MOUs: https://mis.inter.chula.ac.th/MOU/MOUSearch.php?time=1700552503992

  • For Faculty-level MOUs: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18VxK0DJpmIC9GvzCAoDFoOhkCvgS_MJ3/view?usp=sharing. Updated lists are available from the International Affairs Office of the Faculty of Economics. You can contact the office directly through Mr. Chongrak Thongsom (Chongrak.t@chula.ac.th)

Please note that the slot availability might depend on the number of students applying for the exchange program during that time.

Q: What are some job placements among programme graduates

A: Currently, specific job placement data for programme graduates is not available. We are planning to initiate a data collection process in January 2024 to gather this information. Historically, our focus has been on collecting course satisfaction feedback from graduates rather than tracking their job placements. As such, detailed placement statistics from previous years are not readily accessible.