University Overview
Established in 1964, Khon Kaen University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Khon Kaen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Nong Khai. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Khon Kaen University (KKU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Thai higher education institution. Khon Kaen University (KKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old Thai higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Thai higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KKU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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very large-sized
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extremely selective
University Identity
| Name | Khon Kaen University |
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| Name (English) | n.a. |
| Name (Non Latin) | มหาวิทยาลัยขอนแก่น |
| Acronym | KKU |
| Founded | 1964 |
| Motto | Knowledge, Virtues, Wisdom |
| Colours | Red clay |
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| Address | 123 Mitraparb Road, Muang Khon Kaen 40002 Khon Kaen Thailand |
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(43) 00 9700 |
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(43) 20 2216 |
| Other locations | Nong Khai |
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