1.
ExecutiveSummary
The AIT Office of Student Affairs (OSA) measures and tracks applications and admissions from underrepresented groups. This present percentage changes (increase/decrease) and notable trends in representation in the past two years, as well as presentanoverviewofactionstakentoimproveaccess.
2. PolicyContext
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) upholds its commitment to a harmonious, respectful, and inclusive community through its Policy and Procedure on Ethical Behavior and Grievance Process (PA-2-1-2, createdon25November1998,lastrevised on 19 January 2023) and Student Handbook on Harassment, Abuse, and Discrimination(createdsince1967,lastrevisedinAugust2025).
AIT strictly prohibits all forms of harassment, abuse, and discrimination. The policy explicitly states that “No member of the AIT community, trustee, faculty, staff, or student, including outreach program participants, should act deliberately or thoughtlessly to interfere with the study, work or home environment of other members of the community.” (Student Handbook, Chapter VI on Harassment Policy, A.3. page 38; PA-2-1-2 II.A.2., page2).
The Institute’s non-discrimination provisions specify that “… There should be no denial or granting of rights or privileges wholly or partly, on irrelevant grounds such as race, nationality, gender, creed, age, marital status, handicap, or physical characteristics.” (Student Handbook, Chapter VI on Harassment Policy, A.5. page 39; PA-2-1-2 III.A.3., page3).
Additionally,AITprovides:
● Campus Disability Support Services: Committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible learning environment, providing reasonable accommodations, support services,andpromotinginclusivelearning.
● Disability Access Scheme: Inclusive support including mentorship and personal counselingthroughtheOfficeofStudentAffairs
● Office of Human Resources Services (OHRS): Serves as the diversity function, implementingEqualOpportunityPolicyandDiversityandInclusionPolicy
Alignmentwithnationallawandinternationalcommitments
AIT adheres to relevant national (Thailand) laws and regulations concerning accessibilityanddisabilityrights.
Definitionof“underrepresentedgroups”usedfortracking
Underrepresented groups are populations that have historically experienced limited access, participation, oradvancementopportunitieswithinaspecificcontext—suchas higher education, employment, research, or leadership—due to systemic, social, economic, or cultural barriers. Tracking these groups helps identify equity gaps and measureprogresstowardinclusionanddiversitygoals.
Examples(dependingoncontext):
● Gender-based: Women or gender-diverse individuals in STEM fields or leadership roles.
● Socioeconomic:Individualsfromlow-incomeorruralbackgrounds.
● Disabilitystatus:Personswithphysical,sensory,orcognitivedisabilities.
● Othermarginalizedidentities:First-generationstudents.
3. Methodology
● Data sources: Admissions database, Registrar’s records, financial aid records, self-identificationdata.
● Timeframe:CalendarYear2024.
● Categoriestracked:gender,socio-economicstatus,disability,etc.
● Privacyandconfidentialitystatement(dataanonymized,aggregated).
4. ApplicationsOverview
Table1:ApplicationsbyUnderrepresentedGroupfor2023
Table2:ApplicationsbyUnderrepresentedGroupfor2024
5. AdmissionsOutcomes
Table3:AdmissionsOffersbyUnderrepresentedGroupfor2023
Table4:AdmissionsOffersbyUnderrepresentedGroupfor2024
6. ComparativeAnalysis
6.1ApplicationsbyUnderrepresentedGroup(2023–2024)
6.2AdmissionsOfferbyUnderrepresentedGroup(2023–2024)
7. AccessInitiatives
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all students, including those with disabilities. AIT recognizes the importance of providing equal opportunities and support toensurethatall studentscanparticipatefullyintheuniversityexperience.
CampusDisabilitySupportServices
AIT’sCampusDisabilitySupportServices(StudentHandbook,ChapterXonCampus Facilities and Services, page 52) demonstrates the institution’s comprehensive approach to accessibilityandinclusion,designatingaccommodationunitsfordisabled students. The university strives to remove physical, technological, and attitudinal barriers that may hinder the participation of students with disabilities, ensuring that reasonable accommodations are provided to guarantee equal access to educational opportunities. “… No one may be excluded on the basis of nationality, race, social background, gender, age, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, economic status, or political belief or affiliation.” (Student Handbook, Chapter II on StudentBillofRights,B.11.,page5)
The institution offers arangeofsupportservicestailoredtotheneedsofstudentswith disabilities. These services include access to disability support advisors, counseling services, and academic support programs designed to help students achieve their academic goals and thrive in their university experience. AIT promotes an inclusive learning environment that values diversity and encourages collaboration among all students,fosteringaculturewhereeveryindividualcancontributemeaningfullytothe academiccommunity.
AIT demonstrates its commitment to raising awareness and providing training to faculty, staff, and students on disability-related issues andtheimportanceoffostering an inclusive campus culture. The institution adherestoallrelevantlocalandnational (Thai) laws and regulations concerning accessibility and disability rights, ensuring compliance with legal standards. Furthermore, AIT values the inputofstudentswith disabilities and encourages them to provide feedback on their experiences and suggestions for improvement through established feedback mechanisms. Additional information about campus facilities for disabled students is available at https://ofam.ait.ac.th/campus-services/campus-facility-for-disabled/.
DisabilityAccessScheme
Through its Disability Access Scheme, AIT provides inclusive support and access schemes for individuals with disabilities, including mentorship and targeted support through personal counseling offered by the Office of Student Affairs. For personal counseling focused on mental health promotion, AIT provides Wellness Counseling sessions available through appointment slots by contacting osa@ait.ac.th. The institution ensures its facilities are accessible and continuously works to create a supportive environment through accommodations and mentorship programs to help studentsandstaffwithdisabilitiesfullyengageinacademicandprofessionalactivities oncampus.
AIT’s policies promote equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices, in alignment with its mission to build a diverse and inclusive community. Through tailored support and an accessible environment, AIT empowers individuals with disabilities to thrive academically,socially,andprofessionally,remainingdedicatedto creating a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages a culture of respect, understanding,andequalopportunityforallmembersoftheuniversitycommunity
8. Certification
Director,OfficeofStudentAffairs 31January2025