Bangkok: Chulalongkorn University
Fall: Mid August – Late December
Spring: Early January – Late May
Business School participants in this emerging market will receive a CIBER scholarship of $1000.
Undergraduate and Graduate Exchange
Thailand is unique among its neighbors in Southeast Asia. It was never colonized. In the local language, Thai means “land of the free”. Bangkok was named the capital in 1782 by King Rama I. It is called the City of Angels. This lively city is centrally located in Thailand and it is divided by the Chao Phraya River. With a population of about 8 million people, Bangkok is the main hub for commerce, education, and entertainment among others things. Bangkok offers many historical attractions for visitors such as the Grand Palace where you can visit the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It is also well-known for vibrant nightlife, excellent dining, and traditional Thai massages.
The Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand, is the country’s oldest institution of higher learning. It was founded in 1917 and named after King Chulalongkorn, who was a strong advocate for education of all people. Chulalongkorn University prides itself as a leader among Thailand’s higher educational institutions. Our partnership is with the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy. This business school is one of the top five in Asia and highly regarded around the world.
Language and courses
All of the business courses are taught in English and are offered through the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy. There are some non-business courses offered in the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy; however these courses have not been equated yet. Courses outside of the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy may not be taken. Receive UW residence credits and grades.
Undergraduate courses are listed below.
This list is subject to change. Due to circumstances beyond our control such as enrollment limitations, time conflicts and course cancellations, International Programs cannot guarantee that participants will be admitted to their first choice of courses. Schedules are not available until a month before the start of each semester.
Fall 2009 courses
Acct IS 211, 301; Econ 364; Finance* 300; GenBus 303, 365; Intl Bus 200; MHR 305, 365, 420, 423; Marketing 300, 420; OTM 300; RurSoc 630
Spring 2010 courses
Acct IS 211, 301, 365; Finance* 300, 330, 445; GenBus 303, 365; Intl Bus 200, 365, 615; MHR 305, 365, 420, 423; Marketing 300, 305; OTM 300; Philos 210; RurSoc 630
* UW's finance department expects that you meet UW pre-requisites in order to comprehend your finance course taken abroad and to prepare for future UW finance courses.
UW Course Number |
Chulalongkorn Course Number |
Accounting |
|
AIS 211 |
2601224 |
AIS 301 |
2601123 |
Finance |
|
FIN 300 |
2604361 |
FIN 445 |
2604477 |
Marketing |
|
MKT 300 |
2605311 |
MKT 420 |
2605421 |
Management and Human Resources |
|
MHR 305 |
2602330 |
MHR 365 |
2602371 |
MHR 420 |
2602313 |
MHR 423 |
2602416 |
Operations |
|
GenBus 365 |
2602327 |
| OTM 350 | 2602344 |
The course equivalency database shows the current list of Chulalongkorn University courses that have been equated and their UW equivalents.
Housing
You are responsible for arranging your own housing. Chulalongkorn University will provide assistance and if notified in time, will reserve a room in the Evergreen Place Apartments, which cater to Chulalongkorn students.
Costs and scholarships
The following are estimates only. Costs are subject to change. Estimates noted with an asterisk (*) were calculated based on an exchange rate of $1 = 33 Thai Baht.
Details about financial aid and additional scholarships are available.
Both the fall and spring semesters run approximately four and a half months.
UW tuition: Full-time for semester
UW program fee: $350
UW mandated health insurance: $37/full month, no partials (i.e. March 15-May 30 is 3 months)
Housing*: $2,000 (shared apartment)
Meals*: $2000, on campus cafeterias have meals for $0.50
Books and Supplies*: $275
Local transportation*: $250
Visa fee: $180 multiple entry
Airfare: $1420 (estimated spring 09)
Entertainment and travel within Asia varies widely.
Advice from past participants
Read the student reports for enthusiastic accounts of the study abroad experience in Bangkok
Applying
There are generally 4 students admitted per year (for either fall or spring). As there are limited spaces, application to this program does not guarantee admission. Minimum requirements are a 3.0 GPA, 54 credits earned by the time you go abroad and 9 credits of business/economics.
Applications are due March 1st of the previous academic year. If space for spring semester remains available, the application process will re-open with a deadline of September 20th. Attend an information session held in February and September. Information session dates, program availability and applications are available on the application website.
Web pages
Chulalongkorn University
Thailand
For admitted students
Predeparture Information: Bangkok
While abroad website