Vietnam National University, Hanoi

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU; Vietnamese: Đại học Quốc gia Hà Nội, ĐHQGHN) is a public research university system in Hanoi, Vietnam. T

In 1906, the French colonial government established the University of Indochina in Hanoi. The university was initially intended to train Vietnamese students for positions in the colonial administration. However, it also attracted students from other parts of Indochina and from abroad.

The University of Indochina was closed during World War II, but it was reopened in 1945 after Vietnam gained independence. In 1946, the university was renamed Vietnam National University.

In the early years of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, the university played an important role in training the country's first generation of leaders and professionals. The university also played a leading role in the development of Vietnamese culture and science.

During the Vietnam War, the university was forced to operate underground. However, it continued to teach and conduct research. After the end of the war in 1975, the university resumed normal operations.

In 1993, Vietnam National University was reorganized and renamed Vietnam National University, Hanoi. The university merged with several other leading universities in Hanoi, including Hanoi National University of Education and Hanoi University of Foreign Languages.

Today, VNU is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Vietnam. VNU is also a leader in international education and research collaboration.

VNU is a highly respected university and plays an important role in Vietnam's higher education system. The university is committed to providing its students with a world-class education and to contributing to Vietnam's development.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi is ranked as the #3 top university in Vietnam during 2024. This is the same rank as last year.

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2024 Ranking #3
University Name Vietnam National University, Hanoi
Name in Local Language Đại học Quốc gia Hà Nội
Acronym VNU
Year Established 1906
Colors Red orange

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Address 144 Xuan Thuy Street, Cau Giay District, Ha Noi, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone +84 (4) 3754 9042
Fax +84 (4) 3754 7724
Website Vietnam National University, Hanoi Website
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International Students Allowed Yes
Student Body Men and Women

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