Why Vietnam.
Vietnam is one of Asia's fastest-growing economies and an increasingly popular study destination. Its rising universities and international campuses — including RMIT Vietnam and the Vietnam National University system — offer affordable English-taught programmes, very low living costs, and a dynamic, youthful culture across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.
Ask the expertFast-rising economy
One of Asia's fastest-growing economies, with booming tech, manufacturing and a strong graduate job market.
English-taught & international
English programmes at VNU and international campuses such as RMIT Vietnam — global degrees earned affordably.
Low cost of living
Among the cheapest destinations in Asia — rent, food and transport are all very inexpensive.
Dynamic & youthful
A vibrant, young culture, fast-modernising cities and a famously warm welcome for international students.
Regional gateway
A strategic ASEAN location with growing trade links and easy travel across Southeast Asia.
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QS #951Vietnam National University, Hanoi
Vietnam's flagship national university; broad faculties and English-taught programmes.
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QS #1001Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City
The leading university system in the dynamic south; strong engineering and sciences.
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QS #1201Hanoi University of Science and Technology
Vietnam's premier engineering and technology university, in the heart of Hanoi.
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QS #1400University of Danang
A growing coastal university in laid-back Da Nang; affordable and well-located.
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begin.
The main intake for most programmes and international campuses.
A smaller second intake at several universities.
What it really
costs.
Vietnam is one of Asia's most affordable destinations. Tuition and living are both low — use this as a planning guide (figures in USD); international campuses sit at the higher end.
* Public universities are very cheap; international branch campuses awarding foreign degrees cost more — still well below studying overseas directly.
Cost of living
Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are the priciest and still very affordable; Da Nang is cheaper. Low rents, famously cheap street food and inexpensive transport make a small budget go far.
Funding that
follows merit.
Where you'll
live & study.
Hanoi
The historic capital and academic centre — Vietnam National University Hanoi, lakeside old quarters and rich culture.
Ho Chi Minh City
The bustling commercial capital — RMIT Vietnam, a modern skyline and the most jobs and international energy.
Da Nang
A relaxed, fast-growing coastal city with beaches, the Dragon Bridge and a lower cost of living.
The visa,
step by step.
EHEC manages your visa end-to-end. We assemble your document checklist, open and verify your blocked account, arrange tax-compliant financial proofs, book your embassy appointment, and run mock interviews until you walk in confident.
Ask the expertAdmission letter
Secure your university place — the basis of the student visa application.
Student visa (DH)
The university sponsors your study (DH) visa; you collect it at the Vietnamese embassy. We prepare the file.
Temporary residence
After arrival, obtain a temporary residence card for the duration of your studies.
Stay & work
Graduates can pursue work in Vietnam's booming economy, or carry an international degree onward.
Tuition is roughly $2,000–8,000/year (international campuses higher); living runs $400–700/month — very low. Vietnam is one of Asia's most affordable destinations.
Public universities are nationally recognised; international campuses such as RMIT Vietnam award globally recognised Australian degrees. We confirm accreditation per course.
Not for English-taught programmes. Vietnamese helps with daily life and local work but isn't required to study.
Vietnam's university cities are safe, friendly and welcoming, with low crime and a growing international student community.
A booming economy in tech, manufacturing and services offers strong opportunities; an international degree also travels well regionally.