College Admissions 2025: Why are many schools 'finishing' early?

The 2025 enrollment season recorded a positive picture in the college sector when many units reached the finish line early, even reaching over 90% of the target early. Majors with high practicality and application continue to be prioritized by candidates.

Many schools "reach the finish line" early

At Saigon Tourism College, according to Master Ngo Thi Quynh Xuan, Principal of the school, this year's enrollment rate reached more than 90%, of which 3 majors exceeded the target from the beginning: culinary arts, tour guiding, and travel management. Only the hotel management major has not met expectations, but overall, the results are still much better than last year. "We focus all our efforts on the tourism sector, not spreading out to many other majors, so the results are obvious. Focusing on one field helps the school optimize resources, improve training quality and affirm its brand," Master Xuan shared.

At Saigon Polytechnic College, Ms. Nguyen Thi Mong Lanh, Director of the Admissions and Communications Center, said that this year's enrollment rate reached about 90%, an increase of more than 10% compared to last year. The most attractive majors include Chinese language, beauty care and automotive engineering technology. In addition, tourism, language, and electricity and electronics majors also attract a large number of candidates. According to Ms. Mong Lanh, these majors are highly practical, students can easily find jobs right after graduation, so they are always in the "hot" group.

At Far East College, Ms. Phan Thi Le Thu, Vice Principal of the school, said that the school has met 98% of the target for both the TC and College systems. Of which, automotive technology and nursing are the two majors with the highest number of registered candidates. In addition, the majors of information technology, graphic design and business administration also have positive results. Ms. Thu said that although the source of recruitment for intermediate level has decreased due to the number of students graduating from junior high school and high school compared to last year, the College system is more promising, the school still maintains stability thanks to the high rate of official enrollment, with few cases of withdrawal of applications.

Meanwhile, Ho Chi Minh City College of Economics is the unit that achieved 100% of enrollment target right from the end of August and the beginning of September. Master Nguyen Thuy Vuong Khanh, Director of the Center for Communication and Admissions, said that majors such as business administration, accounting - finance and e-commerce continue to be the groups that attract the most candidates.

The common point of the schools with high rates is that their training orientation is closely linked to practice, they have a clear career path and a commitment to employment after graduation. Many candidates choose college instead of university because of the short study time, low cost, early graduation and easy integration into the labor market.

Many colleges achieved enrollment targets of over 90% early.

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Innovation in methods, focus on employment

Behind the impressive enrollment figures are many innovations in administration, training and business connections. Each school has its own way of doing things, but in the end, success comes from putting learners and market needs at the center.

According to Master Ngo Thi Quynh Xuan, Saigon College of Tourism achieved positive enrollment results thanks to the high consensus between the principal and the board of directors. "This consensus helps decisions on investment in facilities, curriculum and teaching staff to be implemented quickly, keeping up with labor demand," Master Xuan added.

Another important factor is the model of "training linked to businesses from the root". Businesses do not only recruit at the final stage but also participate in teaching and giving suggestions for program development. Thanks to that, students learn exactly what the market needs, and can easily find jobs after graduation. Master Xuan emphasized: "If we do it right from the root - that is, cooperate right in the training process - then the 'tips' behind such as employment or recruitment will naturally improve."

Meanwhile, Ho Chi Minh City College of Economics attracts students thanks to its low tuition fee, only about 38.9 million VND for the entire 2.5-year course. This year's enrollment season, the school has for the first time built and communicated through the school's official TikTok channel in addition to other digital platforms such as Facebook, Google, organized livestream enrollment counseling and especially implemented a direct career guidance program at more than 1,000 high schools, vocational education and continuing education centers, from Quang Ngai to Ca Mau .

Meanwhile, at Saigon Polytechnic College, the successful recruitment strategy comes from a comprehensive support policy for students: from reception, guidance, accommodation to scholarships and job referrals. In addition, reasonable tuition fees and convenient university transfer are also big pluses. "Students can easily continue their studies at university, while still saving time and money," said Ms. Mong Lanh.

For Vien Dong College, the two key factors that help the school maintain its appeal are the commitment to early employment and the university pathway right at the school. Students sign a three-party contract (school - business - parents) to ensure output. Many students are accepted to work part-time right from their second year, both earning income and accumulating experience. In addition, the school is associated with a number of prestigious universities, making it easy for students to transfer to higher education. "After 2.5 years of college, you can go to work, then continue to university. When you graduate, you will have both a university degree and practical experience - that is a great advantage," shared Master Le Thu.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/tuyen-sinh-cao-dang-nam-2025-nho-dau-nhieu-truong-ve-dich-som-185251009073805087.htm