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Chiang Mai University
(CMU)
About
Chiang Mai University is a national public research university in northern Thailand founded in 1964. It has a strong emphasis on engineering, science, agriculture, and medicine. Its instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, professional, and continuing education offered through resident instruction. Its main campus lies between central Chiang Mai and Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai province...
Chiang Mai University is a national public research university in northern Thailand founded in 1964. It has a strong emphasis on engineering, science, agriculture, and medicine. Its instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, professional, and continuing education offered through resident instruction. Its main campus lies between central Chiang Mai and Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai province.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 555 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 49 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 35,691
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 13.9 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
- Female : Male
- 61 : 39
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
16 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant and Animal Science | 19 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Infectious Diseases | 106 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Food Science and Technology | 175 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =255 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =311 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | 390 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 443 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =485 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | 496 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 606 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =743 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =776 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =812 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =814 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =987 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,285 | 47.3 | 2026 |
QS
24 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Nursing | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Art & Design | 201-300 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =274 | 64.8 | 2026 |
| English Language & Literature | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-400 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-575 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 701-750 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Biotechnology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 301–400 | 42.4 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 501–600 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 601–800 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 801–1000 | 21.2 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 1001+ | 11.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Chiang Mai University?
Chiang Mai University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =555, THE Rank 1001–1200, ARWU Rank 801-900, US News Rank =693.
When was Chiang Mai University founded?
Chiang Mai University was founded in 1964.
What are the top subjects at Chiang Mai University?
Top subjects at Chiang Mai University include: Plant and Animal Science, Agriculture & Forestry, Nursing, Infectious Diseases, Agricultural Sciences.
Where is Chiang Mai University located?
Chiang Mai University is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand.