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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 78 Universities in Vietnam

The Socialist Republic of Vietnam is divided into 58 provinces (Vietnamese: tỉnh) and 5 municipalities (Vietnamese: thành phố trực thuộc trung ương). The majority of higher education institutions meeting the uniRank selection criteria are located in the Red River Delta and Southeast regions. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables take into account all regions that include at least one Vietnamese higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

An Giang (1)  
Central Highlands (1)  
Mekong Delta (3)  
North Central Coast (3)  
Northeast Region (2)  
Northwest Region (1)  
Red River Delta (33)  
South Central Coast (5)  
Southeast Region (29)  

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Overview of Vietnam Universities

Vietnam's higher education system comprises comprehensive and specialized institutions governed by the Ministry of Education and Training. The landscape features 78 universities categorized as public (government-funded) or private (independently operated). Public universities dominate the sector, offering state-subsidized tuition and focusing on research-intensive programs. Private institutions provide industry-aligned curricula with greater autonomy. Universities award bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees across STEM fields, economics, education, technology and social sciences, with increasing internationalization through English-taught programs.

Top 10 Vietnam Universities

1. Vietnam National University, Hanoi (Đại học Quốc gia Hà Nội - VNU): Country Rank #1 | World Rank #909. Established 1906 in Hanoi. Public comprehensive university offering bachelor's to doctorates in sciences, engineering, humanities and law.
2. Hanoi University of Science and Technology (Trường Đại học Bách Khoa Hà Nội - HUST): Country Rank #2 | World Rank #1,222. Founded 1956 in Hanoi. Public specialized university focusing on engineering, technology and applied sciences at all academic levels.
3. The University of Da Nang (Đại học Đà Nẵng - UD): Country Rank #3 | World Rank #1,773. Established 1994 in Da Nang. Public comprehensive institution providing undergraduate to postgraduate programs in economics, education and technology.
4. Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (Trường Đại học Bách khoa TP Hồ Chí Minh - HCMUT): Country Rank #4 | World Rank #1,820. Founded 1957 in Ho Chi Minh City. Public specialized university offering engineering and technology degrees from bachelor's to PhD levels.
5. University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (Trường Đại học Kinh Tế TP Hồ Chí Minh - UEH): Country Rank #5 | World Rank #2,192. Established 1976 in Ho Chi Minh City. Public specialized university focused on economics, business administration and law across multiple study levels.
6. National Economics University (Trường Đại học Kinh tế Quốc dân - NEU): Country Rank #6 | World Rank #2,395. Founded 1956 in Hanoi. Public specialized institution offering bachelor's to doctoral programs in economics, management and business administration.
7. Can Tho University (Trường Đại học Cần Thơ - CTU): Country Rank #7 | World Rank #2,507. Established 1966 in Can Tho. Public comprehensive university providing agriculture, engineering, natural sciences and social sciences programs at all academic levels.
8. Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (Trường Đại học Sư phạm Kỹ thuật Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh - HCMUTE): Country Rank #8 | World Rank #2,686. Founded 1962 in Ho Chi Minh City. Public specialized university offering technical education and engineering degrees from undergraduate to postgraduate.
9. Thuyloi University (Trường Đại học Thủy Lợi - WRU): Country Rank #9 | World Rank #2,729. Established 1959 in Hanoi. Public specialized institution focused on water resources, civil engineering and environmental sciences at bachelor's to doctoral levels.
10. Duy Tan University (Đại học Duy Tân - DTU): Country Rank #10 | World Rank #2,875. Founded 1994 in Da Nang. Private comprehensive university offering medicine, engineering, business and social sciences programs from undergraduate to graduate levels.

Analysis of University Types

Vietnam's 78 universities show strong public sector dominance: 62 public institutions (79.5% of total) versus 15 private universities (19.2%). One institution's control type is unspecified. This distribution reflects the historical development of Vietnam's higher education system, where public universities receive state funding and prioritize national research agendas, while private universities focus on market-driven programs with flexible structures.

Global Ranking and Standing

Vietnamese universities show emerging global presence: 1 institution ranks within the world's top 1,000 (1.3% of total universities). No Vietnamese universities currently rank in the global top 200. This indicates growing international recognition while highlighting opportunities for enhanced research output and global collaboration to improve competitiveness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Vietnam's top-ranked university?
Vietnam National University, Hanoi consistently ranks #1 nationally and #909 globally, making it Vietnam's premier institution.

How many private universities operate in Vietnam?
Vietnam has 15 private universities, representing 19.2% of the higher education sector.

Which Vietnamese university ranks highest globally?
Vietnam National University, Hanoi holds the highest global position at #909 in world rankings.

Where are most top Vietnamese universities located?
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City host 80% of Vietnam's top 10 universities, reflecting urban educational concentration.

Do Vietnamese universities offer English-taught programs?
Yes, leading institutions like Vietnam National University and Duy Tan University provide English-medium degrees, particularly in business and technology fields.

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