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Study Abroad Programs in Vietnam

From the limestone islands to the forested mountains to the cave systems, Vietnam will allure with its stunning landscapes and keep you there with its adventures. Whether you’re looking to kitesurf on tropical waters or unwind in a soothing spa, you’ll get your doses of adrenaline and relaxation. Your study abroad Vietnam program will provide a global experience in a beautiful country that has one of Asia’s strongest and fastest-growing economies. Known for its stretching coastlines, delectable cuisine, and fascinating, complex history, Vietnam can be the setting for a study abroad experience that will enrich your life both academically and personally.
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17 Study Abroad Programs in Vietnam

Semester at Sea

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Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

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SIT Study Abroad

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SIT Study Abroad: Vietnam: Culture, Social Change & Dev.

Examine Vietnam’s rapid economic and social transformation while exploring its rich cultural traditions and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Learn how Vietnam overcame decades of war and isolation to become one of Asia’s strongest economies through economic, political, and social transformation. From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, Hue, and Sapa, engage with government officials, NGOs, and grassroots communities to understand development from multiple perspectives. Live with a host family, study Vietnamese or Chinese, and experience one of Asia’s most dynamic societies. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

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LTL Language School

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LTL Language School | Learn Vietnamese in Vietnam

Come and learn Vietnamese in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) or Hanoi today with LTL Language School. From beginner to advanced, all age groups and nationalities are welcome. All of our group and 1-on-1 classes are taught by our fully certified native Vietnamese teachers and are designed to help you make fast and steady progress. We keep our group classes small, with no more than six students, to ensure you get plenty of attention from the teachers and time to ask questions. Lessons are specifically designed to cover all aspects of the language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. We offer 20 (standard) or 30 (intensive) hour courses, which means you make rapid progress with us. Couple this with a homestay experience, and you'll be amazed at how quickly your Vietnamese improves. Living with a Vietnamese host family is the key to success and what our brand, LTL, stands for—Live The Language.

Non-Profit Study Abroad (NPSA)

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Vietnam National University - Non Profit Study Abroad

Take advantage of excellent education at Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). This low-cost, non-profit study abroad program offers immersion into the Vietnamese language and culture through formal training. Have plenty of opportunities to practice your language skills with locals while out and about. Benefit from direct enrollment and attend classes with Vietnamese and international students from diverse nationalities. In your free time, extend your learning beyond the classroom during excursions across HCM City and nearby towns. This program is open to all students from around the globe and awards credit transferable to your home university upon successful completion. At Non-Profit Study Abroad (NPSA), we help you enroll directly at an international university. We also provide a range of resources, from finding affordable housing to making the most of your study abroad experience. Please feel free to contact us for more information about how we can help you.

Teach Explore Asia (XploreAsia)

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Xplore Vietnam TEFL Program with Guaranteed Placement

Join Xplore’s In-Country TEFL/TESOL + Placement Program for expert guidance, guaranteed teaching placements in Vietnam, and lifetime placement opportunities. This program provides a globally recognized 120-hour Level 5 TEFL/TESOL certification, ensuring you launch your teaching career with confidence. Teaching English abroad offers a dynamic alternative to traditional post-graduate employment, presenting the chance to make a meaningful impact while immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Vietnam. Vietnam is the perfect setting for those seeking a rewarding career path and a memorable international experience. Xplore offers a comprehensive orientation, seamless placement support, and ongoing teacher assistance, ensuring you make a smooth transition into your new role. This opportunity not only sets you up for success in teaching but also offers a unique chance to live and work in one of the most culturally rich regions of the world. Start your adventure with Xplore today!

TEFL Heaven

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Paid Teaching in Vietnam & Lifetime Job Placement Guarantee

Embark on your most fulfilling teaching journey yet in Vietnam with TEFL Heaven. We provide a guaranteed job placement at one of our trusted partner schools, with a salary ranging from $1,400 to $ 2,000. Receive extensive support before departure and benefit from round-the-clock assistance in Vietnam during your teaching placement. Get the chance to earn your TESOL/TEFL certification either in Ho Chi Minh City or online! This makes our program the top choice for those looking to teach in a tranquil Southeast Asian country renowned for its extensive rice paddies! Already have a TEFL/TESOL certification? We have a program designed for you that comes with guaranteed job placement, full support, and a one-week in-country group cultural orientation (accommodation included). Feeling ready? Apply now, but hurry, as spaces are being snapped up fast: 26 February 2024 - FULL 29 April 2024 - Placement Program Only 27 May 2024 - spaces available 22 July 2024 - spaces available And more! We recommend booking at least three months before your preferred start date. Inquire now to chat with one of our Abroad Advisors—who all have taught abroad as well!

The TEFL Institute

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World Class - Government-Regulated Level 5 TEFL Diploma

Earn a Globally Respected Level 5 TEFL Qualification! If you’re searching for a top-tier qualification that’s recognized and valued by employers worldwide, you’ve found it! The Level 5 TEFL Certification is your passport to teaching English wherever and whenever you choose. Why Choose This Level 5 Certification? • International Recognition: This prestigious qualification is required by schools in native English-speaking countries, select EU nations, and the UAE. With it, you’ll stand out to employers and open doors to exciting destinations. • Limitless Possibilities: Whether you dream of teaching abroad or online, this certification gives you the flexibility and credibility to pursue your goals on your terms. • Rigorous, Government-Regulated Standards: Our Level 5 course adheres to strict government guidelines, ensuring you acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary to become an outstanding ESL teacher. It’s equivalent to a CELTA or TrinityTESOL—two of the most respected names in the industry. • Preferred by Employers: Schools and language centers worldwide actively seek Level 5-qualified teachers, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

International TEFL and TESOL

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Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses Online & in Vietnam from $65

It doesn’t come as a surprise that many English teachers prefer Vietnam. If you’re heading there too, stay ahead of the competition with a recognized teaching certificate. Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from $65. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your own personal tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! We offer help in finding a teaching job in Vietnam. You can obtain your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT at your own pace, from the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

Language Vacation

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Vietnamese Language Immersion in Hanoi, Vietnam

Spend several weeks living in Hanoi, Vietnam, on a Vietnamese language immersion program with Language Vacation. Located in the heart of the city (Nghi Tam), close to a river, the school offers a nice setting, great staff, and a fantastic experience. Students will attend four lessons every day in a group of eight students. Each lesson runs for about 50 minutes. Prior to joining a class, students will take a placement test and undergo orientation. While in Hanoi, students will stay in a private room at a hotel, and join social and cultural outings during the week with other students.

Actuality Abroad

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Documentary Outreach - Service Learning for Storytellers

Actuality Abroad's Documentary Outreach is a month-long immersive filmmaking workshop where you learn documentary production, ethical storytelling, and responsible travel. We work in partnership with locally led nonprofit organizations or social enterprises to tell stories that support the community work of changemakers. Students work together in creative crews to produce short documentary films. In every location, we focus on stories about changemakers working to solve social or environmental problems in their community. Each serving as a Producer, Director, Cinematographer, or Editor, our crews collaborate to make a short documentary film in four weeks. The program goal is for crews to learn a reliable, replicable production process that they can continually leverage to tell engaging stories about real life anywhere around the globe. Lessons include research methods, story structure, visual imagery, interviewing techniques, ethics, post-production, and more. Upcoming Outreach Destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – January 10 - February 8, 2026 Santa Cruz la Laguna, Guatemala – July 11 - August 9, 2026

ABROADER/ Student Exchange Vietnam

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Study Abroad in Vietnam | ABROADER

As a developing nation in the dynamic Southeast Asia region, Vietnam has some of the best exclusive case studies for students in other countries to learn from, from small-scale & lower-tech agricultural production, an overload of the healthcare system and ecological jeopardy to cultural heritage preservation and business opportunities in tourism, hospitality, information technology, etc. Join ABROADER Vietnam to study in Ho Chi Minh, Ha Noi, and Da Nang City, three of Vietnam's most dynamic and fast-growing cities. By cooperating with both local and international universities, education centers, and research institutes in Vietnam, including Vietnam National University – Hanoi, National Economics University, Foreign Trade University, Hue University, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, etc, ABROADER Vietnam is committed to providing our students with 1st – a wide range of majors to study about, 2nd – incredible customization and 3rd – professional & academic contents upon request.

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AVSE-TESOL Cambodia (Australian Government Accredited)

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AVSE-TESOL Government-Accredited Program in Vietnam

Australian Vocational Skills & Education (AVSE-TESOL) offers an Australian Government-accredited and internationally recognized TESOL/TEFL training program in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, Vietnam. We provide the certification, knowledge, and skills you need to start a rewarding career teaching English as a second language. TESOL certification with AVSE-TESOL involves 150 hours of in-class study over 4 weeks, including 20 hours of hands-on teaching experience with Vietnamese students engaged in ongoing English language classes. Our TESOL/TEFL program in the cities of Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi comes with a free city tour, Welcome Party, complimentary accommodation throughout the 4-week course, and a guaranteed job teaching English as a second language upon course completion. Optional extras with the TESOL/TEFL program at AVSE include airport collection, accommodation for extra nights, Vietnamese language lessons, a motorbike or bicycle, and laptop hire.

Global Learning Opportunities

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Winter Southeast Asia: Bangkok & Ho Chi Minh City 2026

Dive deep into Southeast Asia’s vibrant business environment through exclusive visits to global companies like IKEA, Intel, and Osprey Packs, while gaining valuable insights from U.S. economic experts and industry leaders. Furthermore, this Asia study abroad program includes opportunities beyond the boardroom. Beyond the boardroom, you’ll explore iconic cultural treasures, from Bangkok’s floating markets to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, and savor the region’s rich culinary traditions, including a lively Vietnamese street food tour. This Asia study abroad program is the perfect blend of professional development, cultural exploration, and global networking, designed to prepare you for success in a rapidly evolving world. Let GLO guide your next big adventure abroad in Asia. Dates: January 2nd – 11th, 2026. This program offers a unique Asia study abroad opportunity for students. Locations: Bangkok, Thailand, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

A Guide to Studying Abroad in Vietnam

Best Places to Study Abroad in Vietnam

Bordered by China, Laos, and Cambodia, and a short journey from the rest of Southeast Asia, Vietnam is a great base for anyone wanting to do some traveling before, during, or after their study abroad in Vietnam. Within the country, both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are popular city destinations, whereas Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Hue have scenic and cultural attractions.

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly called Saigon, is big, loud, bustling, and international. Downtown is full of sprawling boulevards and gorgeous historic French colonial buildings. Visit the Museum of Vietnamese History, the War Remnants Museum, or the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens. No matter where the hustle and bustle might take you, Ho Chi Minh City will give you a real taste of ultra-modern Vietnam.

Da Nang offers a quieter escape. While it is still a larger coastal city, it is home to a major port, beautiful beaches, and is within 100 kilometers of several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Imperial City of Hue, the Old Town of Hoi An, and the My Son ruins. Many of Da Nang’s residents work in agriculture, which provides for a diverse setting of city, mountains, farms, and — of course — magnificent marketplaces.

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam that is situated on the delta of the Red River in the northern region. The city has been ranked as one of the world’s top ten destinations by TripAdvisor in the last couple of years. Here you can sing your heart out at karaoke bars, watch a water puppet show at Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre, and explore the Old Quarter with its temples and pagodas. You’ll find the majority of study abroad programs in this captivating city.

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November 03, 2025by: Duyen Huynh - VietnamProgram: AVSE-TESOL Government-Accredited Program in Vietnam
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Before joining the TESOL course, I was an office worker and had never taught English before. The course helped me gain confidence and learn how to prepare effective lesson plans. The trainer was incredibly supportive, guiding me step by step toward becoming a professional teacher. The staff were also very helpful throughout the program. I’m truly grateful for this course—it gave me the chance to practice teaching, and now I feel confident standing in front of my own class. I highly recommend this TESOL program to anyone.

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