History / Background
History
Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Phayao was established under the Fourth National Health Development Plan (1977–1981) to increase the number of nursing education institutions in Upper Northern Thailand. The construction was funded by a World Bank loan combined with national government budget totaling 29,065,760 Baht, on land graciously granted to Phayao Hospital in 1967 by H.R.H. Prince Chaloem Phon Thikhamporn.
Construction began on 25 October 1980 and was completed on 20 January 1982. The College officially opened on 7 June 1982, offering its first cohort of the Certificate in Nursing and Midwifery, with 85 students. Since then, the College has continuously developed its academic programs to meet the evolving needs of the national health system and the demand for professional nurses.
College Timeline
Key Milestones
A Regional Institution for Upper Northern Thailand
Established to strengthen the regional nursing workforce, the College was built with combined World Bank and national funding on land graciously granted by royalty.
Royal Bestowal of the Name “Boromarajonani”
In 1994, Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra bestowed the name “Boromarajonani” upon all affiliated nursing colleges—an enduring honor and core identity of the institution.
Advancing to Higher Education Through Chiang Mai University
In 1998, the College became an affiliated institution of Chiang Mai University, allowing its graduates to earn degrees accredited at a national and international level.
With over 40 years of legacy, Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Phayao is committed to producing knowledgeable, ethical, and service-minded nurses, dedicated to strengthening the health and well-being of communities in Northern Thailand and beyond.
