Scholarship types, eligibility and how to apply, plus the schools currently offering awards to Vietnamese students (in VND). AAE advises for free so you can maximize your scholarships.
Awarded on GPA and academic achievement; no financial-need documentation. The most common type for Vietnamese students.
Based on family financial circumstances; typically at private universities with large endowments.
For students with outstanding achievements in athletics, the arts, or specialized fields.
For students transferring from a community college to a four-year university via the 2+2 pathway.
Most Vietnamese students receive U.S. scholarships on a merit basis — judged on academic results, with no need to prove financial hardship. Here's what to prepare.
Merit scholarships are open to most international students and judged mainly on GPA and achievement. Need-based aid is far rarer for international students and offered only by some well-endowed private schools. International students are not eligible for U.S. federal aid (FAFSA) — that's for citizens and permanent residents.
Merit awards typically expect a solid GPA or higher; the most valuable awards go to standout academic profiles. Strong standardized scores (SAT/ACT) and English certificates (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) help with both admission and scholarships.
Transcripts, standardized and English test scores, essays, recommendation letters, and financial documents (bank statements) for the I-20. Some scholarships require a separate essay or application.
Many scholarships are considered automatically when you apply for admission; others need a separate application with earlier deadlines. Applying early (priority/early deadlines) almost always helps both admission and scholarship chances.
A scholarship lowers the amount you must fund yourself, but to receive the I-20 and obtain an F-1 visa you must still prove sufficient funds for the remaining cost. AAE helps you calculate that figure precisely in VND.
Each major has its own strengths and scholarship opportunities. Pick a major to see the schools that teach it and related awards.
From institutional merit awards to need-based aid — here is how to build a profile that maximizes the scholarship money you can receive.
Proving financial ability is the part families worry about most. This article lists every document you need to prepare and the most common mistakes to avoid.
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Yes. The most common are merit scholarships based on GPA and achievement — open to international students with no financial-need proof required. Many AAE partner schools offer these to Vietnamese students.
It depends on the school and award level. A solid GPA or higher usually qualifies for entry-level awards, while the most valuable awards go to standout profiles. Good English and SAT/ACT scores improve your chances.
Merit scholarships don't. But to get the I-20 and F-1 visa, you must still prove enough funds for the remaining cost after the scholarship — that's a visa requirement, separate from the scholarship decision.
Rarely. Federal aid (FAFSA) is for citizens and permanent residents only. A few well-endowed private schools offer need-based aid to international students, but it's highly competitive.
Merit awards for international students typically range from a few thousand to over $20,000/year, depending on the school. Some AAE partner schools offer up to $25,000/year or more for outstanding profiles.
As early as possible. Many scholarships are assessed alongside your admission application, so submitting before priority/early deadlines usually benefits both admission and scholarship outcomes.
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