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Rangsit University, established in 1985, is one of the top private higher educational institutions in Thailand. At present, the University has offered 138 degree programs in 36 faculties/colleges. In the 2019 Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, Rangsit University ranked 24th among universities of Thailand, and the 2nd among Thai private universities. Webometrics was first published in 2004 and updated periodically twice a year in January and July. The main purpose of Webometrics is to support Open Access Initiatives to improve access to information on scientific research and scholarly materials published under the electronic form. With the signification of digital transformation, Rangsit University has taken seriously on applying the technology in the teaching-learning process as well as for the marketing outreach. Over the last few years, its faculties and colleges have developed their webpages in order to provide information and communication channel.  The University website and faculty webpages become the 24/7 hours communication channel between the University and students, prospective students, parents and public. All websites/webpages have provided the available information of their faculties and colleges such as: academic programs, professor information, research and publications, and students activities, etc. Regarding to the important role of websites and webpages, the objective of this study is to evaluate and report the result for the continuous website development.  The webpages of the 36 faculties/colleges of Rangsit University have been evaluated in five (5) components: page and site design, content design, navigation, accessibility and usability. The 28 indicators checklist form has been developed. The results show that there are varieties in webpage component evaluation. For the page and site design component, regarding the units under the same parental institution, there are very different styles in fonts, color, graphic user interface, and homepage presentation. According to content design component, the qualified and accuracy of information are very concerned. More than 30 percent of linkages are broken. Most of websites are developed and hosted under the University main page. Whereas, the navigation technologies and tools are some different standards, for examples: html, asp.net, php, etc. Therefore, the evaluation shows that most of webpages provide the needed and beneficial information for users and readers, especially the academic program offering. The evaluation result indicates that the University shall take part in website development of its faculties and colleges in order to make the website as a digital university. The guideline of website design and development shall be established to create as a corporate identity. University shall constantly strive to maximize the utility and depth of information on their websites while offering pleasing and powerful image to attract potential students and public.  

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