Admission
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Candidates who have graduated from high school or an equivalent program abroad. Note: The English language requirement is not mandatory (students with an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent will be admitted directly into the major program. In cases where the student does not meet the required IELTS score, the university will assist with an entrance test and organize an English preparatory class for 1-2 semesters before starting the official program). Candidates will be recognized as admitted to SBS if they meet the conditions of one of the following admission methods:
Admission based on high school transcripts: Candidates with a total score of 21 points or higher from any combination of 3 subjects out of the following 9: Mathematics, Literature, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, and Information Technology. The combination must include at least one subject from Mathematics or Literature.
Admission based on high school graduation results: Candidates who score 20 points or higher in the 2025 graduation exam for any 3 subjects. Candidates who graduated in previous years will be assessed according to SBS's admission regulations.
Admission based on the results of the competency assessment test from the Vietnam National University - Ho Chi Minh City and the Vietnam National University - Hanoi.
After completing the first 1 or 2 years of study in Vietnam, when transferring to universities in the UK, Australia, the USA, Canada, Switzerland, etc., students will need to meet the additional specific requirements of each university, as follows:
Bachelor of Commerce, Macquarie University (Australia)
- At least 18 years old (before transferring to Australia)
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no band below 6.0) or equivalent
Bachelor of Arts in International Hospitality Management, SHMS
- At least 18 years old (before transferring to Switzerland)
- Minimum IELTS score of 5.5
Bachelor of Data Science, Deakin University (Australia)
- At least 18 years old (before transferring to Australia)
- Minimum IELTS 6.0
American Pathway Program (With Utah Tech University)
- At least 18 years old (before transferring to the USA)
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent
Bachelor of Commerce - University Canada West
- 18 years old and above (before transferring to Canada);
- Having an IELTS score of 6.5+ or TOEFL - iBT 88 or equivalent certificates accepted by UCW;
Bachelor of Global Business Management - Northampton University
- 18 years of age or older (before transferring to the UK);
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no band below 6.0) or equivalent
Bachelor of International Business Administration (UK program)
- At least 18 years old
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent (or take a preparatory English course at SBS – lasting 1 to 2 semesters, depending on the student's English placement test results).
Bachelor of Business at University of Huddersfield
- 18 years of age or older (before transferring to the UK);
- A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (with no band score below 5.5).
Bachelor of Computer Science at Huddersfield University
- 18 years of age or older (before transferring to the UK);
- A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (with no band score below 5.5).
TUITION FEES
Saigon Business School offers a flexible study path with two phases: The Foundation Phase, which includes 1-2 semesters of preparatory English courses (if the student does not meet the English entry requirements) and foundational courses; and the Specialized Phase, which consists of specialized courses according to the programs of international partners. The specific tuition fees for each phase are as follows:
Phase 2 (Specialized)
~38,600 AUD/Year
Notes:
- The cost is temporarily calculated at the exchange rate of 15,500 VND/AUD including 20% scholarship, which is 478,640,000 VND/year. (SBS students are eligible for 20% tuition fee discount)
- Tuition fees for the next 2 years may vary depending on the subject the student is enrolled in
- The above costs do not include living expenses in Australia
40.800 AUD/year
Notes:
- The cost is temporarily calculated at the exchange rate 15800 VND/ AUD which is about 645,000,000 VND and the ASEAN Scholarship of $10,000 per year for eligible SBS students has not been applied.
- The above costs do not include the cost of living in Australia
40.800 AUD/year
Notes:
- The cost is temporarily calculated at the exchange rate 15800 VND/ AUD which is about 645,000,000 VND and the ASEAN Scholarship 10,000 AUD per year for SBS students who meet the transfer requirements.
- The fee above does not include the living cost in Australia.
29.500 CHF
Notes:
- The transfer fee is temporarily calculated at an exchange rate of 28,000 VND/SGD, totaling 826,000,000 VND, excluding scholarships of up to 30%.
- The above cost does not include living expenses in Switzerland.
GBP 15,500/year (transfer)
Notes:
- Transition costs are temporarily calculated at the exchange rate of 1 GBP = 28,800 VND, equivalent to 446.400.000 VND/year
- The fee above does not include the living cost in The UK.
For detailed tuition fees, please refer to the official website of the University of Canada West here.
Notes:
- The above costs do not include living expenses in Canada.
145.500.000 vnđ
- Tuition fee: 48,500,000 VND/semester x 3 semesters/year = 145,500,000 VND/year
- Students who have an equivalent IELTS score of 6.0 will be directly admitted to their chosen major without the need for an English preparatory stage.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Finances are one of the most crucial factors in preparing for studying abroad. To encourage students’ learning spirit and help ease concerns about expenses, SBS and its international partner universities are offering attractive scholarship packages.
Please find detailed information about the Scholarship Programs specifically designed for Vietnamese students for the 2025 admission cycle below.
SCHOLARSHIPS
DETAILS
SBS Talent Scholarship
Candidates are eligible if meet one of the following criteria:
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A cumulative GPA of 9.0 or higher for the entire 11th grade or the first semester of 12th grade.
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Having an IELTS score of 7.5+ or equivalent;
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Won prizes in competitions for excellent students;
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Outstanding contribution to the community (with relevant certificates or letters of recommendation from high school teachers, school officials, or mentors);
The scholarship value ranges from 84,000,000 VND to 280,000,000 VND per award, determined based on the results of the application review and interview.
SBS Diamond Scholarship
Candidates are eligible if meet one of the following criteria:
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A cumulative GPA of 8.0 or higher for the entire 11th grade or the first semester of 12th grade
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Outstanding contribution to the community (with relevant certificates or letters of recommendation from high school teachers, school officials, or mentors);
The scholarship value is 56,000,000 VND per award
SBS Golden Scholarship
Candidates are eligible if meet one of the following criteria:
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A cumulative GPA of 7.5 or higher for the entire 11th grade or the first semester of 12th grade
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Having an IELTS score of 5.0+ or equivalent;
The scholarship value is 28,000,000 VND per award
SBS Silver Scholarship
Candidates are eligible if meet one of the following criteria:
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A cumulative GPA of 7.0 or higher for the entire 11th grade or the first semester of 12th grade
The scholarship value is 14,000,000 VND per award
Notes:
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The scholarships and grants above only apply to Phase 1 at SBS Vietnam. When transferring to oversea universities, students will follow the tuition fees and receive scholarships according to the regulations of each partner university;
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Students who are eligible for the early bird discount will receive both the discount as well as the respective scholarship package that has been awarded;
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The above scholarships are specific and are not transferable. If you are eligible for multiple scholarships, then you will only receive the scholarship with the highest value;
- The number of scholarships is limited for each admission round.
EARLY ADMISSION POLICY
In 2025, Saigon Business School (SBS) has 3 specific admission rounds as follows:
Early Application
- Early admission From 01/10/2024 to 31/12/2024
- Regular admission From 01/01/2025 to 31/5/2025
- Last-call admission From 01/06/2025 to 30/09/2025
Candidates participating in the early admission and regular admission rounds and undergoing scholarship interviews will receive priority consideration for high-value scholarships from the SBS Scholarship Fund.
Online admission form: Applicants are required to fill in the information on the form to register for online admission in 2024
Scholarship confirmation form: Due to the limited number of scholarships (especially those with high values), candidates are required to pay a scholarship confirmation fee of 10,000,000 VND within 30 days of receiving the acceptance letter from the school. This amount will be deducted from the tuition fees that students need to pay upon official enrollment.
The scholarship confirmation fee will not be refunded in case the applicant withdraws their application and does not enroll at SBS.
- Enrollment registration fee (paid once and non-refundable)
- For students enrolling in the American Pathway program: 11,200,000 VND
- Đối với sinh viên nhập học chương trình American Pathway : 11.200.000 vnđ
- Students apply for tuition withdrawal within 2 weeks before the official semester begins refund 50% of actual tuition fees paid
- Tuition fees will not be refunded if students submit a request after the semester has officially begun
