Students who achieve scores between 19 and 22 on the 2026 high school graduation exam can explore numerous fields in economics and finance. According to the Ministry of Education and Training, the registration and adjustment period for university admission will take place from July 2 to 14. During this time, students can research various programs and institutions before finalizing their choices.

In recent years, the fields of economics and finance have consistently attracted a large number of applicants. The entry scores for many programs at top universities have reached as high as 25 to 26 points, creating significant pressure for students with average scores. However, Dr. Nguyen Bich Thuan, Deputy Director of the International Training Institute at the Finance Academy, emphasizes that admission scores are not the sole determinant of future success. It is crucial for students to select training programs that align with their abilities and career goals, as well as meet labor market demands.

Dr. Thuan notes that students with scores starting from 19 who also hold an IELTS certificate of at least 5.5 or an equivalent qualification still have ample opportunities in finance and economics at leading institutions. For instance, at the Finance Academy, students scoring between 19 and 22, combined with an IELTS certificate, can apply for the Dual Degree Program (DDP), which is a formal university training program in partnership with Greenwich University in the UK.

Students can choose to complete all four years at the Finance Academy or follow a 3+1 model, studying three years in Vietnam and the final year at Greenwich University in London. Regardless of the chosen path, graduates will receive a dual degree from both institutions. Notably, graduates are exempt from taking nine subjects (F1-F9) in the international ACCA certification process, facilitating their pursuit of professional qualifications.

Statistics from the program indicate that over 98% of graduates secure employment. More than 35% of alumni currently work at Big Four auditing firms, commercial banks, multinational corporations, securities companies, investment funds, international financial organizations, and various government agencies such as the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Vietnam.

Dr. Thuan believes these figures reflect a growing trend among employers to prioritize hiring skilled professionals with language proficiency and vocational skills. "Entry scores are merely the outcome of an exam. What ultimately shapes a career path is what students accumulate during their four years of university. By choosing an appropriate training program, learners can create a competitive advantage and have numerous opportunities for advancement after graduation, even if their entry scores are not among the highest," Dr. Thuan stated.