Location: Chiang Rai is a mountainous province located at the 
northern tip of Thailand bordering Myanmar (Burma) on the north and Laos on the east, Phayao and Lampang on the south and Chiang Mai on the southwest. It is 785 km. from Bangkok and 182 km. from Chiang Mai and can be reached by plane. Many visitors to Chiang Mai make a side trip to Chiang Rai to admire its scenic beauty, to observe its hill tribes and to see its historic sites.
The City: The city of Chiang Rai, situated in the area with the coolest weather in Thailand, has grown rapidly for a decade; but it remains casual and intimate. People know their neighbors. Crime poses little danger to the law-abiding, and life, though sedate, need not be boring. People tend to be open, honest and friendly. Opportunities and adventure remain available to the properly prepared, and a wealth of cultural diversity can enrich any who make the effort to explore.
The University: Mae Fah Luang University is a higher-education institution of high quality at international standards. It excels in various academic areas, including Economics, Business, Chinese, Biological Science, and Chemistry. MFLU prides itself on creating qualified graduates 
and human resources for the country, the region, and the world. The university retains its national identity through education and development of the national arts and culture. The MFLU campus is a self-contained community, offering almost everything necessary within a ten minute walk. Conveniences offered include modern dormitories, post office, copy centers, bank and ATM, book store, large cafeterias, snack bars, mini–mart, fitness center, access to health services, ample parking space and very reasonably – priced taxis to shopping areas and downtown Chiang Rai. Soon to be completed is an ultra modern gymnasium with sports fields and track facilities. All of this is surrounded by beautiful gardens and a meticulously landscaped environment.
Students are able to take any of the courses Mae Fah Luang University has to offer. The subject areas of strength are as follows: Liberal Arts, Sciences, Business Management, Information Technology, Agro-industry and Law. Please visit the school's webpage for a complete listing of the courses it has to offer:
www.mfu.ac.th/en/index.php
