With 20-22 points, what is the suitable university choice in Hanoi?
With a score of 20-22 in the National High School Exam, candidates have the opportunity to be admitted to more than 20 public universities in Hanoi, especially since the 2025 benchmark score is expected to decrease by 3-5 points compared to 2024.
List of public universities suitable for scores 20-22
Hanoi National University (HANU) is the top choice with a 2024 benchmark score 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 training programs in English.
Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) with a benchmark score of 21-28.53 points, offers TROY-IT and TROY-BA programs that require only 21 points. This is a leading engineering school with modern facilities and a high employment rate (90.49%).
Hanoi University of Industry (HAUI) has a benchmark score of 19-26.05 points, especially suitable for engineering majors such as Chemical and Environmental Engineering Technology (19 points).

There are also some 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 Electricity: 18-23 points
University of Economics and Technology: 17.5-23.3 points
University of Labor and Social Affairs: 17-23.3 points
University of Mining and Geology: 16-23.7 points
Hanoi Open University: 17.2-23.3 points
Forecast of benchmark scores and admission methods in 2025
The benchmark score for 2025 is expected to decrease by 3-5 points compared to 2024 due to more difficult exams and lower score ranges. Education experts say that combinations with Math and English will decrease the most, creating good opportunities for candidates with average scores.
Suitable major with high employment opportunities
Information technology is the top choice with a starting salary of 10-15 million VND/month and a 90-95% employment rate. After 5 years of experience, the salary can reach 40-60 million VND/month. This industry is lacking 150,000-195,000 programmers each year.
Engineering fields such as mechanics, electricity, and construction have starting salaries of 8-15 million VND/month with an employment rate of 85-90%. Project managers can earn 25-40 million VND/month.
Economics and business administration offer starting salaries of VND8-12 million/month, advancing to VND15-25 million at mid-level and can reach VND30-50 million at senior management level.
Highly valued skills
English can increase salary by 6-22%, up to 50% in the IT industry. Digital skills such as data analysis, digital marketing, AI are increasingly important. Soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability are highly valued by employers.