A student tops Vietnam’s first formal AI cohort with a 9.42 GPA, navigating an uncharted academic path through self-learning and discipline.

Phan Hoang Lam, a gifted math student from Hanoi, has secured admission to leading US universities, driven by a vision to help farmers better navigate climate uncertainty.

Once unsure of his path, Nguyen Nguyen Xuan Vu found his calling at the intersection of chemistry and artificial intelligence.

Having been a three-time valedictorian in provincial-level excellent student exams during high school, Vu Viet Tien continues to impress by topping the first rounds of both the competency assessment and thinking assessment exams.

Beyond academic achievements, Nguyen Minh Nhat Van’s story is one of personal growth and the pursuit of meaningful impact.

A Grade 12 student from Thanh Hoa has earned a full scholarship worth US$444,000 to study at Wesleyan University, one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the United States.

As of the 2025-2026 academic year, Hanoi National University of Education High School for Gifted Students has recorded an exceptional milestone: seven of its students achieved a perfect SAT score of 1600.

Tran Thuan Hieu, a 12th-grade Informatics student at Hanoi - Amsterdam High School for the Gifted, has received a full scholarship worth VND12 billion from the University of Chicago, one of the top universities in the US.

Nguyen Pham Nhat Thien Minh carried with him “steel” discipline, careful working habits, a strong sense of responsibility and perseverance, qualities that later proved essential while working at leading research centers in the world.

Two male students from Class 12 Math 2 at Hanoi National University of Education High School for Gifted Students have both secured full scholarships to Aalto University, the top-ranked university in Finland.

Vietnamese students continue to lead the world in primary mathematics, reflecting the growing impact of integrated English-language education.

Nguyen Dang Dao is currently a doctoral candidate at the National University of Singapore, after completing three master’s degrees at leading institutions around the world.

His journey reflects discipline, curiosity, and a deep understanding of mathematics beyond formulas and memorization.

Tran Thi Son Truc, a fourth-year student at Hanoi University, who won first prize in a Chinese-Vietnamese interpreting competition late last year, is also well-known for her elegant calligraphy skills.

Seven years after receiving a life-saving heart transplant, a girl from Lang Son has achieved academic success by winning second prize in a provincial chemistry competition.

A team of students from the University of Engineering and Technology under Vietnam National University–Hanoi has won third prize at the 2026 NAPROCK International Programming Contest.

The Asia-Pacific Mathematical Olympiad 2026 brings together top young mathematicians, with Vietnam’s team expected to deliver strong performances at the prestigious regional competition.

Bui Anh Tu, an 11th-grade student majoring in Physics at Bien Hoa High School for the Gifted in Ninh Binh province, won first prize in Physics at the national excellent student selection exam for the 2025-2026 school year with a score of 28.

Surpassing many of her male peers, Nguyen Ngoc Yen Trang, majoring in Civil Engineering Technology, has become the 2025 valedictorian of the University of Engineering and Technology - Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-UET).

Bui Nhat Minh, a 10th-grade student who topped entrance exams at two elite high schools, has continued his winning streak in early 2026.