Quick Summary
Naresuan University is a public founded in 1990, located in Phitsanulok, Thailand. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 25400 students including 1.8% from outside Thailand. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Medicine, Life Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 58%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier research university in Northern Thailand with world-class facilities in health sciences and renewable energy.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyMedicineLife SciencesSocial Sciences
Founded1990
TypePublic
Total Students25400
Intl Students1.8%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size800 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNaresuan University Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), Thailand
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, International Programs
Programs
48
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech), Center of Excellence in Biomaterials
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), Thailand
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate58%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL500
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท May 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท October 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on language proficiency for international programs; apply during the TCAS rounds for domestic tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Thai Baht
UG Tuition
เธฟ60,000/yr
per year ยท THB
Living Cost
เธฟ125,000/yr
per year ยท THB
PG Tuition
เธฟ85,000/yr
per year ยท THB
Application Fee
$30
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
เธฟ186,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท THB
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, International Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Renewable Energy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$8,200
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional partnerships with hospitals and industrial zones
Industry Connections
Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT)Provincial Health Offices
Notable Alumni
Leading medical practitioners, provincial governors, and academic researchers
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor gymnasiums, football stadium, tennis courts
Student Clubs
60+
Library Resources
Main Library and 16 faculty libraries with extensive digital databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available