Founded in 1964, Chiang Mai University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the small city of Chiang Mai (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Chiang Mai University (CMU) is a very large coeducational Thai 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. This 58 years old Thai higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.