Accommodations & Arrival

Accommodation

Experience Comfort and Convenience at Shinawatra University (SIU Dormitory) Discover the perfect living space at Shinawatra University’s SIU Dormitory. Our on-campus accommodation offers a comfortable and convenient home for both local and international students. With separate dormitories for male and female students, each 5-storey building provides fully furnished rooms equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and modern amenities. Your safety is our priority with 24-hour security and safety systems in place. Enjoy additional services such as washing machines, a self-service minimart, fitness gym, kitchen facilities, BBQ garden, and even an infirmary service at night. Plus, our shuttle bus service ensures easy access to nearby shopping malls on weekends. Experience a supportive and vibrant community at Shinawatra University’s SIU Dormitory.

Cost

The average cost of a standard apartment room starts at approximately 150 USD per month. All rooms have a private bathroom, air-conditioning and are fully furnished. Sport facilities (swimming pool & fitness gym) are available in some residencies. Electricity and water bills are on top of the basic rent on a monthly basis and average 35 USD per month. Internet service is on average 12 – 14 USD per month. Water vending machines and coin-operated laundry are also available in every residency.

Accommodation Reservation Process

After admission, students have to contact the Student Affairs Department, which will provide detailed information on the availability and prices of the residences. Students must inform the Student Affairs Department about their arrival date and preferred accommodation at least 10 days in advance or no later than the specified due date in the Arrival Form that will be sent to you by a Student Affairs Department.

*Please note that the Student Affairs Department cannot guarantee accommodation to students who give us short notice or have not made a reservation in advance.

Terms Of Payment

A two or three-month refundable deposit is normally charged for the first payment. All payments are to be made directly at the Dormitory Office on arrival.

Arrival

Pre-Departure Checklist

Ticket

Make sure you purchase a ticket to Bangkok in advance. If you are using the university airport pick up service and/or stay in one of the student accommodations, flight details need to be submitted to student services NO LESS than 10 days before arrival.

Visa

Before you enter Thailand, you need to have obtained a student visa (non-immigrant ED visa). The visa should be attached to one of the pages in your passport.

Accommodation

We advise you to have accommodation settled, or at least planned, before departure. Students can arrange housing by themselves or contact the Student Affairs Department for assistance.

Documents

Other than passport and visa, students should bring with them original copies of any documents used in the application procedure.

Cash

When leaving the airport in Bangkok, you should have a sufficient amount of local currency (Thai baht). If you cannot exchange money in the country of departure, you can exchange at the airport in Bangkok.

*Please note that student accommodations (and most other accommodations) require cash deposits and upfront payments.

Airport Pick Up

Airport Transfer Service

The university provides a free airport transfer service on the week before the start of the semester for new international students who will stay in university housing. Student counselors and Student Affairs Department will provide more details prior to the intake date.

Upon arrival, our Student Affairs officer or fellow students will be present at the airport to welcome and accompany you to the housing. This assistance is provided at both airports; Suvarnabhumi airport and Don Mueng airport.

Public Transportation

Students who will not be arriving during our pick up period before the semester starts can use the following means of transportation (from Suvarnabhumi airport):

Public Taxi – contact the public taxi counter on the 1st floor. Fare is calculated according to distance plus 50 baht surcharge and toll.
Airport Rail Link (sky train) – take the train on the B floor
Limousine – Contact the Airport Limousine Service Counter on the 2nd Floor at Baggage Claims and Arrival Hall exits, channel A, B and C. Service rate is according to the distance traveled.

*Please note that any request received less than 10 days before arrival cannot be confirmed for the airport transfer and accommodation reservation services.