Spend a semester in one of the friendliest countries in the world, at one of Asia’s most well-regarded universities! The Semester in Thailand program is ideal for students looking to broaden their horizons, experience Southeast Asia, and choose from a wide range of courses.

On Semester in Thailand, you’ll live in Bangkok, the heart of Indochina and the capital of Thailand, and study at Mahidol University, Thailand’s top-ranked university. You will have limitless opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture, make international friends, and explore beaches, jungles, and iconic sites throughout the country.

The legendary friendliness of the Thai people – Thailand is known as the “Land of Smiles” for a reason: the Thai people are warm, welcoming, and incredibly open-minded.

Tons of courses taught in English – Mahidol University offers classes in everything from animation to travel industry management to the humanities. You will find coursework applicable to your major and satisfying to your intellect.

A robust social scene – Dances, concerts, plays, and movies take place frequently throughout the semester. Art, cultural, political, religious, and athletic clubs are a great way to make friends from all over the world.

• Study at Mahidol University, one of the most well regarded universities in Asia
• Take classes with Thai and international students
• Live in the Land of Smiles
• Experience a nationwide weeklong water fight!
• Enjoy an abundance of white-sand beaches and clear, warm tropical water
• Take advantage of opportunities to ride elephants, explore ancient ruins, and venture into the jungles

• Shared room in student housing near campus: shared kitchen and living areas with internet and 24 hour security

Courses include art and art history, business, cultural studies, communications, engineering, economics, humanities, psychology, sciences, sociology, tourism management, and world languages, among others.

For a complete list of course offerings, please click here.

Campus Setting

Suburban

Average Course Load

4-5 courses (16-20 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English

Fall 2013:

September 9 - December 9

$8,290*

*Cost may change at any time due to the current exchange rate.

Compare a semester at JU versus a semester in Thailand.

Calculate your personal expenses using the Financial Budget Worksheet.

• JU Credit
• Housing
• Pre-departure and onsite orientation
• Airport pick-up
• Medical & accident insurance

• Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
• Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
• Submit a copy of your official transcript.

Send the above materials to the JU Study Abroad Office - Gooding 105.

What the Students Say

“Overall, I was very satisfied with my decision to study abroad. I met friends I'll never forget, experienced the time of my life and will go home a changed person.”

Natasha M.