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Dong Thap teacher honored for overcoming adversity and inspiring students

Nguyen Thi Minh Tam, a teacher at Thien Ho Duong High School in Dong Thap, has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Minister of Education and Training for her perseverance, dedication, and inspirational influence in the field of education.

HCM City's priciest schools charge up to $33,000 a year

Top private and public international schools in HCMC unveil record-high tuition rates.

Students spend millions each month to study in cafés

With home distractions and closed libraries, more students are turning to cafés to study - despite the cost.

Despite official ban, private tutoring still thrives in HCM City

More than 10 years ago, Ho Chi Minh City began tightening control over private tutoring, especially for primary school students. In reality, unauthorized tutoring continues to operate quietly in schools and learning centers.

Tsinghua and VNU to lead Vietnam - China university alliance

VNU and Tsinghua University to co-found Vietnam - China University Network for joint research and student exchange.

Foreign professors earn two or three times more than Vietnamese counterparts

The HCMC University of Technology pays foreign professors and PhDs up to VND99 million a month, or three times more than Vietnamese counterparts.

Tutoring centers boom, parents end up paying more for children’s extra classes

Many parents have complained that they are bearing a heavier financial burden after the Ministry of Education and Training’s (MOET) issued Circular 29, which prohibits teachers from giving private tutoring to their students at school.

Ho Chi Minh City to prohibit tutoring after 8pm for student health

HCM City Department of Education to limit tutoring hours for students’ wellbeing.

Hanoi education officials respond as 32,000 mock exam papers score below 3

Hanoi’s education department urges urgent student support after nearly 32,000 Grade 12 students scored below 3 points in a recent mock graduation exam across the city.

Vietnam–Finland school tops HCMC public tuition chart at $28,000/year

Vietnam–Finland International School in HCMC sets highest public school tuition at $28,000.

Vietnamese IT student wins double gold in national math Olympiad

By combining discipline, curiosity, and an "all-in" spirit, Khanh aced Calculus and earned top honors in Algebra.

How much do university professors and lecturers earn?

Not all universities offer high pay, and the incomes of lecturers vary, but those with real capability can earn over a billion dong per year.

Education Ministry orders nationwide mock graduation test ahead of 2025 reforms

As the new curriculum takes effect, the Ministry of Education mandates a nationwide mock exam to prepare students and teachers for major changes.

21 US universities explore academic partnerships with Vietnamese institutions

Leading American and Vietnamese universities gathered in Ho Chi Minh City to discuss collaboration in training, research, and student exchange.

Young PhD with 2 int'l awards recalls culture shock upon returning to VN

Dr Nguyen Viet Huong, Deputy Dean of Materials Science and Engineering at Phenikaa University, stands out with one international patent and two prestigious international research awards.

Vietnamese class of 30 shines with SAT 1500+ and IELTS 8.0 scores

Class 12 English 1 from Ha Tinh Gifted High School impresses with academic excellence, including a perfect SAT score and multiple IELTS 8.5 achievers.

Universities offer bonus points to IELTS test-takers, raising controversy

Under the 2025 admission plan of the Hanoi University of Culture, candidates with an IELTS score of 4.0 will receive three bonus points when applying for the school. This has sparked much debate among educators.

Rural school star ranks top 4 in national assessment, leads HSA 2025

Nguyen Duy Phong, a rural high school senior, leads 2025’s HSA exam and ranks top 4 in Hanoi University’s Thinking Assessment.

Sixth grader from Ha Tinh scores 8.0 on IELTS on first attempt

In his very first attempt, Nguyen Le Bao Chung, 12, from Ha Tinh province, scored 8.0 on the IELTS, with an impressive 8.5 in Speaking.

Student sets new record in Vietnam’s national aptitude test

The VNU exam sees a new high scorer as competition intensifies for top university spots.