Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU) was established by His Majesty the King Chulalongkorn the Great in BE 2430/CE 1887, and offered the first classes in Be 2432/CE 1889. In keeping with His Majesty's intentions, MCU has become a major institute of Buddhist Higher Education, Research and Community Service, education monks, novice and laity at campuses throughout Thailand.
