On Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, Associate Professor Dr. Supakorn Pongbangpho, the President of the University of Phayao, delegated Dr. Wuthichai Chairinkam, Vice President for Student Quality, to receive an award recognizing the university’s top ranking in the country for student loan repayment rates at the tertiary level. The award was presented by Mr. Lavaron Sangsnit, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, at a ceremony held on the 21st floor of the Kumpan-ngern Hall in the 150th Anniversary Building of the Ministry of Finance.
This marks the third consecutive year that the University of Phayao has achieved the highest loan repayment rate, earning accolades from Thailand’s Student Loan Fund (SLF). Additionally, the university received a model institution award for its exemplary contributions to promoting positive values and financial discipline among students. The SLF event highlighted institutions with the best repayment rates among the top 25 colleges and universities, aiming to honor those that instill a strong sense of financial responsibility and ethics among student borrowers. This ongoing effort supports the sustainability of the fund, allowing it to continue providing educational opportunities for future students.
