If you’re looking for a study destination in Southeast Asia, consider Vietnam. With its colorful culture, it can offer an educational experience like no other.
Vietnamese universities offer a range of programs and scholarships for international students. Several institutions are featured in our guide to the best universities in Vietnam, including Vietnam National University and Hanoi University of Science and Technology.
International students should not assume that tuition is automatically free. Scholarship eligibility, coverage, and application procedures differ by university. The opportunities below include full and partial tuition scholarships, as well as selected awards with additional benefits.
Top Scholarships in Vietnam for International Students
| Scholarship Name | Scholarship Provider | Eligible Degrees | Scholarship Value | Deadline |
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| UEH Full-Time Degree Scholarship for International Students | University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City | Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. | 100% tuition coverage, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during official semesters | Check the official scholarship page for the relevant admission cycle |
| UEH Full-Time Degree Scholarship for International Students | University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City | Bachelor’s | 100% tuition coverage, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during official semesters | Check the official scholarship page for the relevant admission cycle |
| VinUniversity Merit-Based Scholarships | VinUniversity | Bachelor’s | 50% to 100% of tuition fees; the President’s Excellence Scholarship is a full-ride scholarship that covers tuition and living expenses | Check the official undergraduate admission timeline |
| RMIT Vietnam International Excellence Scholarships | RMIT University Vietnam | Bachelor’s | 25% or 50% of program tuition fees | Semester 3, 2026: August 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. GMT+7 |
| Vietnam Japan University Scholarships for Master’s Students | Vietnam Japan University | Master’s | Varies by scholarship; the JAIF Scholarship covers 100% of tuition and additional specified benefits for eligible applicants | Check the official scholarship page and current admission notice |
1. University of Economics Ho Chi Minh Postgraduate Scholarship
- Scholarship Page
- Scholarship Amount: 100% tuition coverage, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during official semesters
- Eligible Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D.
The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) offers a full-time degree scholarship for international students admitted to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs. The current policy replaces the older postgraduate-only description previously used in this article.
The scholarship provides 100% tuition coverage for the official study period, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during official semesters. Depending on the program, it may also cover a Vietnamese preparatory course and the B2 Vietnamese language certification examination.
UEH awards 100 scholarships across all eligible degree levels. Of these, 30 are allocated to international students from Southeast Asian countries and low-income countries, while 70 are available to students from other countries.
Applicants must have completed the qualification corresponding to the level for which they are applying. Their previous academic results should generally be rated Excellent, approximately equivalent to 8.0 out of 10 under the Vietnamese grading scale, or meet the entry requirements of the relevant academic program.
Applicants to Vietnamese or partially English-taught programs need a B2 Vietnamese language certificate or equivalent. Applicants to fully English-taught programs generally need an IELTS score of at least 5.5 or an equivalent qualification, although some academic programs require an IELTS score of at least 6.0.
Applicants should prepare their academic transcripts and the language certificate required for their chosen program. They may also submit a recommendation letter from their previous school or university. UEH evaluates applicants through an interview and/or an application review process.
2. UEH Undergraduate Scholarship Admissions
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- Scholarship Amount: 100% tuition coverage, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during official semesters
- Eligible Degree: Bachelor’s
UEH’s current full-time scholarship policy also covers international students who have been admitted to bachelor’s programs. Eligible undergraduate students receive the same core benefits: full tuition coverage, free dormitory accommodation, and a monthly living allowance during official semesters.
Students applying to Vietnamese or partially English-taught programs need a B2 Vietnamese language certificate or equivalent. Students applying to fully English-taught programs generally need an IELTS score of at least 5.5 or an equivalent qualification, although some programs require an IELTS score of at least 6.0.
UEH also operates a separate exchange scholarship for international students. This exchange award is open to students nominated by UEH partner universities and eligible free-mover students. It provides a full tuition waiver for exchange study at UEH, free dormitory accommodation, and a living allowance of VND 2.6 million per month during the study period.
The exchange scholarship is intended for students participating in a UEH exchange program for at least three months, which is approximately equivalent to 8 to 10 credits. Students seeking a full bachelor’s degree should apply through the full-time degree scholarship route instead.
3. Vin University International Scholarships
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- Scholarship Amount: 50% to 100% of tuition fees; selected students may receive a full-ride scholarship
- Eligible Degree: Bachelor’s
VinUniversity is a private, not-for-profit university based in Hanoi. Vingroup announced its plan to establish the university in 2018 and signed collaboration agreements with Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. VinUniversity was officially approved in 2019 and inaugurated in 2020.
From 2025 to 2030, all students enrolling at VinUniversity receive a 35% tuition subsidy for the full duration of their studies. VinUniversity also offers merit-based scholarships ranging from 50% to 100% of tuition fees. The merit-based scholarship percentages already include the 35% tuition subsidy.
The President’s Excellence Scholarship is a full-ride award covering 100% of tuition and living expenses. The Provost’s Merit Scholarship covers 100% of tuition. The Dean’s Distinction Scholarship covers 80% or 90% of tuition, while the Discipline’s Honor Scholarship covers 50%, 60%, or 70% of tuition.
VinUniversity also offers selected stackable scholarships and grants, including additional support for certain academic disciplines, women pursuing technology or science-related fields, eligible Vinschool graduates, and children of Vingroup employees and executives.
Applicants do not need to submit a separate application for a merit-based scholarship. VinUniversity automatically considers admitted candidates for these awards as part of the undergraduate admission process.
Scholarship renewal requirements depend on the award type. Students receiving full or 100% merit-based scholarships generally need a cumulative academic-year GPA of at least 3.2. Students receiving merit-based scholarships covering 50% to 90% of tuition generally need a cumulative academic-year GPA of at least 2.5. Additional conduct and self-evaluation requirements also apply.
4. RMIT University International Excellence Scholarships
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- Scholarship Amount: 25% or 50% of program tuition fees
- Eligible Degree: Bachelor’s
RMIT University Vietnam was established in 2000. It has two campuses in Vietnam, located in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, as well as an English language center in Danang.
The International Excellence Scholarship is open to non-Vietnamese citizens who have achieved outstanding academic performance in high school and will begin an undergraduate program at RMIT Vietnam in 2026.
The scholarship covers either 25% or 50% of program tuition fees for the entire program. Applicants must have applied for admission to an undergraduate degree program at RMIT Vietnam, meet the relevant program entry requirements, and begin their studies in the semester for which they are applying for the scholarship.
Applicants need a minimum GPA of 80% in their final year of high school or an equivalent qualification. RMIT assesses and ranks eligible applicants based on their final-year high school GPA.
RMIT Vietnam’s scholarship terms and conditions state that recipients must maintain full-time enrollment. Undergraduate scholarship recipients are generally expected to enroll in at least 36 credit points per semester. The university may also withdraw a scholarship if a recipient fails to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
Scholarships are assessed and awarded by semester. Applicants should review the official scholarship page for the latest allocation and deadline information before applying.
5. Vietnam Japan University Scholarships for Master’s Students
- Scholarship Page
- Scholarship Amount: Varies by scholarship; the JAIF Scholarship covers 100% of tuition and additional specified benefits for eligible applicants
- Eligible Degree: Master’s
Vietnam Japan University (VJU) is the seventh member university of Vietnam National University, Hanoi. It was established in 2014 following a joint declaration issued by the Vietnamese and Japanese governments.
For the 2026 master’s admission cycle, VJU states that tuition for international students is VND 110 million for the entire two-year program. Scholarship coverage differs depending on the award.
One option listed on VJU’s official scholarship page is the JAIF Scholarship. It is available to eligible students from Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar applying to VJU master’s programs. The listed benefits include 100% tuition coverage, enrollment and admission fees, a monthly living allowance of USD 250, economy-class airfare for departure and return after completing the program within the specified period, and health insurance.
VJU’s official scholarship page also lists additional awards supported by the university, businesses, and other organizations. Their eligible programs, award values, selection criteria, and availability differ. Applicants should check the current scholarship page and the latest admission notice before applying.
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