Can Tho University
Can Tho, Vietnam
"The leading public university of the Mekong Delta"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1201 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Can Tho University
Can Tho University (CTU) was founded in 1966 and is the main public university of the Mekong Delta region of southern Vietnam. Its campuses are in Can Tho City, with a further campus in Hau Giang. CTU is best known for agriculture, aquaculture, environmental science and biotechnology, and also teaches engineering, IT, economics, education and law. Its advanced programmes in biotechnology and aquaculture, and some master's programmes, are taught in English. Vietnam has no post-study work visa; graduates who want to stay need an employer-sponsored work permit.
Rankings & Recognition
#1201
Ranked #1201-1400 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #1401+ in QS 2027 (#493 in QS Asia); 351-400 in QS Agriculture & Forestry.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university (MOET)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Can Tho University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
10.2#
Employer Reputation
6.2#
Faculty / Student
3.1#
Citations / Faculty
4.6#
Intl. Faculty
65.2#
Intl. Students
1.0#
Intl. Research Network
36.8#
Employment Outcomes
6.6#
Sustainability
39.7#
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Key Facts
1966
Founded
40,117
Total Students (QS)
1,104
Academic Staff
99 UG, 48 master, 19 PhD
Programmes
#1401+
QS 2027
Popular Programs
Agriculture
Aquaculture
Biotechnology
Environmental Science
Information Technology
Economics
Application Details
Application Route
CTU External Relations office
Graduate Route
CTU Graduate School portal
Standardized Test Requirements
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (DH)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (employer)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
7%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Total Faculty (QS) — 1,465
Academic Staff — 1,104
International Staff — 4%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
CTU's main campus (Campus II) is on 3/2 Street, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho City, with further campuses in Can Tho and Hau Giang.
Campus Details
Main
campus (Campus II) in Ninh Kieu
Can
Tho City
Hoa
An campus in Hau Giang
Located
in the heart of the Mekong Delta
Large
green campus
Libraries
& research centres
On-campus
dormitories
Affordable
student city
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Apr): 25 to 34 C
Coldest (Jan): 22 to 30 C
Climate: Tropical savanna
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus: Student dormitories
Dining
Campus canteens
Health & Wellness
Health insurance: Required for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Field research
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (QS)
40,117
Undergraduate
92.4%
Postgraduate
7.6%
International Students
4%
Cost Deep-Dive
Advanced programmes
2.2x standard tuition
Intakes & Deadlines
CTU admits students once a year in the autumn. International applicants should check CTU admission information for current dates. Vietnam has no post-study work visa; graduates who want to stay need an employer-sponsored work permit.
Scholarships at Can Tho University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school completion; Vietnamese or English test score
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree + programme language level
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificates
English or Vietnamese test result
Personal statement / CV (postgraduate)
Health certificate
Passport-size photos
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for entry, language and document requirements.
2
Apply
Submit the application through CTU international admission.
3
Pay fee
Pay the CTU application fee if one is charged.
4
Receive admission letter
Wait for the admission decision and the official admission letter.
5
Get DH study visa
The university sponsors the DH (study) visa; apply at a Vietnamese embassy or for approval on arrival.
6
Arrive and register
Enrol, pay tuition and apply through the university for a temporary residence card.
Campus & Location
CTU's main campus (Campus II) is on 3/2 Street, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho City, with further campuses in Can Tho and Hau Giang.
Bachelor's
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Master's
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Master's
MSc in Aquaculture
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