Established in 1999, North Chiang Mai University is a private 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, North Chiang Mai University (NCU) is a coeducational Thai higher education institution. North Chiang Mai University (NCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. NCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.