Essential Information About the Scholarship Program

This page provides comprehensive information about the scholarship journey, from the application process and selection criteria to the guidelines after receiving the scholarship. We hope applicants can clearly understand each step, their rights, and their responsibilities, so they can prepare thoroughly and journey long-term with the program.

Selection Process

To ensure the scholarship is awarded to the right candidates based on set criteria, the selection process is conducted transparently, fairly, and rigorously through the following steps:

• Scholarship Announcement: Students check detailed information about the scholarship on their university’s official website.
• Application Submission: Students submit their applications online via the link provided by the university within the specified timeframe. The university reviews and ranks applications based on the project’s criteria, then sends the prioritized candidate list to saigonchildren.
• Interview: Selected candidates participate in an interview round with representatives from saigonchildren. This interview typically takes place in September every year.
• Result Notification: Scholarship results are sent to the university in October, and students receive official notification from their university.
• Program Induction: Successful candidates participate in a welcome gathering for new students, usually organized in October.

Regulations for Scholarship Recipients

Participating in the Annual Gathering

Students are required to attend two gatherings each academic year: Semester 1 from approximately October 22 to November 15, and Semester 2 from approximately January 22 to February 28. Students will receive specific timing notices at least one week prior to the event.

Timely document submission

Students submit the completed transcript for Semester 1 by June 30 and for Semester 2 by December 30. The transcripts must bear the university’s official stamp. If you cannot submit your transcripts on time, please contact the person in charge to request an extension or provide an alternative confirmation letter.

Participating in Soft Skills Training

Students are required to participate in at least 1 soft skills topic each academic year. Students are encouraged to join additional capacity-building activities to expand their skills and connections.

Maintaining Academic Performance

Students are expected to maintain a good or very good academic standing. If you face major difficulties or wish to discontinue your studies, please contact the person in charge immediately to discuss support options.

Updating Information

Please notify us immediately of any changes to your address, university, class, or phone number. After graduation, send a photocopy of your graduation certificate and a photo of your graduation ceremony.

Criteria for Reviewing Scholarship Termination

Students who fail to submit transcripts, attend gatherings, or join soft skills training for two consecutive times after being reminded will have their scholarship support discontinued. Additionally, support will be discontinued if a student receives scholarships from multiple sources in the same academic year with a total amount exceeding the tuition fee regulated by the university.