Founded in 1966, National Institute of Development Administration is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the metropolis of Bangkok (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Thailand, National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 54 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 