RMIT Vietnam creates impact with scholarships worth over 53 billion VND
RMIT University Vietnam has announced the talented recipients of its 2024 scholarship program, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to educational excellence and accessibility.
The 2024 scholarship program saw unprecedented interest, with 1,900 applications received across 19 ca egories, encompassing foundation studies, undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs. The University has awarded 105 scholarships valued at more than 53.2 billion VND to students from Vietnam and other countries, and 21 of which were awarded to current students, recognising their outstanding academic results.
Dean of Students at RMIT Vietnam, Associate Professor Seng Kiat Kok expressed his delight at the calibre of this year’s recipients and noted that the scholarship committee was truly impressed while reviewing the submissions. The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholars, one of the University’s most prestigious scholarship categories, were awarded to seven high school students who achieved exemplary academic grades and demonstrated outstanding community engagement and leadership potential. Candidates had to submit an introduction video, personal statement, recommendation letters, and a digital portfolio highlighting their extracurricular activities and achievements. The selection process involved three rounds, including screening, shortlisting, and an interview in English. The scholarship covers 100 per cent of the undergraduate program tuition fee.
Other scholarships, which cover 25 to 50 per cent of the tuition fees were allocated across categories including discipline specific, academic achievement, international, and postgraduate.
This year’s ceremony coincided with the 10th anniversary of the Opportunity Scholarship, an initiative that has transformed lives over the past decade. Since its launch in 2014, the Opportunity Scholarship program has demonstrated RMIT Vietnam’s commitment to creating opportunities for Vietnamese students with disabilities and/or financial disadvantages who demonstrate positive personal qualities and a strong desire to pursue higher education.
Since 2020, the University has broadened its influence and effectiveness through partnerships with non-profit organisations (NPOs) who collaborate on the selection process and relevant activities. The schola ships are offered annually and worth an average of 1.7 billion VND each. Alongside long-term partners KOTO and Sao Mai Center for the Blind, this year the University welcomed two new collaborators: Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation and Maison Chance Social Centre. The University granted eight Opportunity Scholarships to disadvantaged students, including five through its NPO partners.
To date, the University has granted 42 Opportunity Scholarships, valued at more than 70.2 billion VND. In addition to receiving full English and Higher Education tuition fees, monthly living expenses, a laptop and home travel allowance (if applicable), the recipients benefit from the expertise and global experience of RMIT’s academic staff, high-quality facilities and infrastructure, as well as an industry-informed curriculum and connections.
RMIT also awarded 13 fully funded PhD scholarships to promising young researchers this year.
“In Vietnam, and in all the regions where we operate globally, our commitment is to empower individuals and communities to adapt and flourish across generations through education, research, and civic engagement,” Associate Professor Kok said.
He encouraged the scholarship recipients to utilise the education they receive at RMIT to create positive impact in their communities and beyond. “Your journey at RMIT is not just about personal growth, it's about preparing you to make meaningful contributions to society,” Associate Professor Kok said.
Over the last 24 years, RMIT Vietnam has awarded over 645 billion VND in scholarships to 1,880 plus high-achieving students.
As RMIT Vietnam continues to invest in its scholarship programs, it reaffirms its position as a leader in international education in Vietnam. The University's commitment to academic excellence and focus on inclusivity and community impact, sets a foundation for the future of education in the region.