With 20-22 points, what are the suitable university choices in Hanoi?
With scores of 20-22 in the National High School Graduation Examination, candidates have the opportunity to be admitted to more than 20 public universities in Hanoi, especially with the prediction that the 2025 admission scores will decrease by 3-5 points compared to 2024.
List of public universities suitable for a score of 20-22
Hanoi University (HANU) is a top choice with 2024 admission scores ranging from 16.7 to 25.65 points. Suitable majors include Advanced Information Technology (16.7 points), Financial Technology (18.85 points), and many high-quality programs taught in English.
Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), with admission scores ranging from 21 to 28.53 points, offers TROY-IT and TROY-BA programs requiring only 21 points. It is a leading engineering university with modern facilities and a high employment rate (90.49%).
Hanoi University of Industry (HAUI) has admission scores ranging from 19 to 26.05 points, which is particularly suitable for engineering majors such as Chemical and Environmental Engineering Technology (19 points).
In addition, there are several other public schools such as:
Vietnam-Japan University: 20-22.5 points
Vietnam Academy of Agriculture: 16.5-23 points
University of Transport Technology: 16-22.85 points
University of Electrical Engineering: 18-23 points
University of Economics and Industrial Engineering: 17.5-23.3 points
University of Labour and Social Affairs: 17-23.3 points
Mining and Geology University: 16-23.7 points
Hanoi Open University: 17.2-23.3 points
Predicted cut-off scores and admission methods for 2025
The 2025 admission cutoff scores are expected to decrease by 3-5 points compared to 2024 due to more difficult exam questions and lower score distribution. Education experts say that subject combinations including Mathematics and English will see the biggest decrease, creating better opportunities for candidates with average scores.
A suitable field of study offers high job opportunities.
Information technology is a top career choice with starting salaries of 10-15 million VND/month and an employment rate of 90-95%. After 5 years of experience, salaries can reach 40-60 million VND/month. This industry is currently experiencing a shortage of 150,000-195,000 programmers annually.
Engineering fields such as mechanical, electrical, and construction offer starting salaries of 8-15 million VND per month with an employment rate of 85-90%. Project managers can earn 25-40 million VND per month.
Economics and business administration graduates offer starting salaries of 8-12 million VND/month, progressing to 15-25 million VND at the middle level and potentially reaching 30-50 million VND at the senior management level.
Highly valued skills
English proficiency can increase salaries by 6-22%, and up to 50% in the IT industry. Digital skills such as data analysis, digital marketing, and AI are increasingly important. Soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability are highly valued by employers.
