Founded in 1964, Chiang Mai University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Chiang Mai (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Thailand, Chiang Mai University (CMU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Chiang Mai University (CMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 55 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.