Explore universities and programs in Vietnam, with practical details on admissions, fees, student life and the trade-offs between cities and institutions.
Use this guide to understand Vietnam as a study destination, then compare the programs and universities that fit your goals, budget and preferred learning environment.
Why students choose this country
Students choose Vietnam for geography, value, approachable campus life, and hands-on support models around admission and settlement.
Your starting point
Find your next chapter.
Tropical and humid with regional variation
Language, weather, daily routines and local rules affect your study experience.
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A day in Vietnam
Capital
Hanoi
Official language
Vietnamese
Time zone
UTC+7 (Indochina Time)
Population
~101 million
Main intake
Usually September
Compare the programmes and universities available in Vietnam based on your goals, budget and eligibility.
Medicine
Available programmes
Engineering
Available programmes
Business
Available programmes
Pharmacy
Available programmes
Nursing
Available programmes
Dental
Available programmes
These are estimated country-level costs. Check the university and programme pages for exact fees, intakes and living costs.
Tuition
Typical annual range
$1,190 – $40,000
Living
Typical annual range
$2,000 – $2,400
Total planning range
Tuition + living
$5,100 – $7,690
Public universities
$3,690/yr average
Private universities
$10,183/yr average
Teaching medium
Common intakes
Monthly living costs
Vietnam is often a lower-cost option than many other study-abroad destinations, but Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City usually cost more than Can Tho or Da Nang.
Use this converter to understand the country-level costs for Vietnam. Check the programme page for the final university fees.
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Accommodation in Vietnam
Most universities offer campus housing or nearby student accommodation. Room type, deposit, meals, and first-year allocation vary by university — we confirm the current tariff, sharing policy, kitchen access, and move-in timeline as part of the admissions package we present to families.
Scholarships and fee waivers in Vietnam are university-specific. We obtain written confirmation of any named scheme — current discount rules, eligibility criteria, and payment schedule — before it is factored into a family's cost plan.
What we check
Vietnam's entry permission depends on nationality, course and stay length. Use the official immigration portal or Vietnamese diplomatic mission for the route applicable to your study plan.
Confirm the visa route
Check the official immigration instructions and ask the institution whether it must provide an invitation or supporting document.
Prepare the application
For eligible applicants, complete the official e-visa application with the passport bio page, photograph and requested travel details.
Pay and download the result
Pay through the official portal, retain the application code, check the result and carry the approved visa when travelling.
Complete residence formalities
After arrival, follow the institution's instructions for temporary residence declaration and any study-related extension process.
Your city and university will affect your daily life, costs, food, safety and support.
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Life around Vietnam
An existing international community
A strong student network can make the first weeks easier, from finding practical help to building a routine.
Food and daily routines
Food, groceries and everyday convenience vary by city, so compare the location alongside the university.
Safety and support systems
International offices, emergency contacts and peer networks are central to settling in well.
A real student perspective
Current students can explain the practical details that are difficult to judge from a university brochure.
Budget guide available
A detailed breakdown of what to budget for across all years of study.
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