Fulbright University Vietnam Scholarship program for Master in Public Policy 2022/2023 (Up to 100% Scholarship)

Scholarship Description:

Fulbright University Vietnam offers a Scholarship program for a Master in Public Policy. The scholarship program is aimed to increase diversity at Fulbright University Vietnam. 

Scholarship program for Master in Public Policy at Fulbright University Vietnam is funded by U.S. Department of State.

The primary purpose of this scholarship is to support international and domestic students in pursuing the Master in Public Policy – Policy Analysis and Master in Public Policy – Leadership & Management. The scholarship awards up to 100% off tuition fees, stipend, and living expenses as well.

Degree Level:

Fulbright University Vietnam Scholarship program for Master in Public Policy 2022/2023 (Up to 100% Scholarship) is available to undertake Masters level programs at Fulbright University Vietnam.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Public Policy
• Leadership & Management

Scholarship Benefits:

Policy Analysis Concentration

• Students who are Policy consultants and policy makers from public areas; lecturers; research fellows from public organizations, universities and research institutes; or distinction university graduates (graduating in 2021 & 2022) are granted 100% scholarship (equivalent to US$24k)
• Students who are managers and executives from non-profit organizations, social organizations and enterprises; lecturers and researchers from private or international universities and institutes are granted 50% scholarship and required to pay the remaining 50% (equivalent to US$12k).

Leadership & Management Concentration:

• Students are granted 40% scholarship and required to pay the remaining 60% tuition fee (equivalent to US$10.8k) for the program.
• Prospective candidates are middle and senior leaders and managers in government agencies, enterprises, NPO/NGO organizations.

For both concentrations, the scholarship is inclusive of tuition fees, fieldtrip expenses (if any) and exclusive of stipend, materials, extracurricular activities, Harvard course, campus services and other personal expenses.

Eligible Nationalities:

All Nationalities

Eligibility Criteria:

Excellent candidates with financial constraints, from public sector or remote areas, or female candidates will be considered for financial aid.

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalence from a recognized institution
• At least 2 years of working experience
• Complete foundation courses as required by the Ministry of Education and Training for those who did not graduate from Economics or Management majors

English exemption

• IELST score of at least 5.5; iBT TOELF of at least 61; TOEIC (L-R) of at least 600; or 

• B2 English certificates issued by these institutions: University of Languages and International Studies – Vietnam National University Hanoi; Da Nang University of Foreign Languages; Hue University – University of Foreign Languages; Ho Chi Minh City University of Education; Hanoi University of Pedagogy; Ha Noi University; Thai Nguyen University; Can Tho University; Vinh University; People’s Security Academy; Saigon University; Banking University Ho Chi Minh city; Tra Vinh University; Van Lang University; Quy Nhon University; Tay Nguyen University; Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City; Academy of Journalism and Communication; HCMC University of Food Industry; Military Science Academy; Trade University; or
• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in English language; or 
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree granted by an English-speaking institution (no interpretation)

Applicants without English certificate will attend English exam according to admission schedule.

Application Procedure:

Please visit the Application guide – Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management to know how to apply step by step.

Policy Analysis Concentration:

1. Candidates are required to complete Online application which includes a personal essay, passport photo and scanned copies of bachelor’s degree and its transcript.
2. Take the Quant test and English test (For those who do not meet English requirement)
3. Attend admission interview: Students scoring 50% or more in each test are invited to join the admission interview

Leadership & Management Concentration:

1. Candidates are required to complete Online application which includes a personal essay, passport photo and scanned copies of bachelor’s degree and its transcript.
2. Attend admission interview.

Admission Procedure*

• Complete the online application form on time
• Take the entrance examination (in Vietnamese)
• Students scoring 50% or more in each test are invited to join the admission interview
• Criteria for selection:
  • Test results
  • Quality of personal essay
  • Interview result
  • Social contribution potential

** Applicant can choose either English or Vietnamese for personal essay.

** Interview is conducted in English.