Founded in 1981, Huachiew Chalermprakiet University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Samut Prakarn (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Samut Prakan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Huachiew Chalermprakiet University (HCU) is a coeducational Thai higher education institution. Huachiew Chalermprakiet University (HCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 40 years old Thai higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. HCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.