
How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in applying to UNIS Hanoi. We open up the application process for each new school year in mid-January. Rolling applications are accepted throughout the school year. Our academic calendar runs from Semester 1 (August - January) to Semester 2 (January - June).
By choosing to apply for school at UNIS Hanoi, you are exploring an opportunity for your child to join a dynamic international school in Hanoi, providing access to a globally recognised educational programme in a culturally diverse community. For parents researching how to apply to an international school in Hanoi, this page offers clear steps to guide you.
Before you get started, please review the following:

Our application process ensures transparency and support for every family. Applications are submitted online, and our Admissions Team is available to guide you. We encourage early applications, especially for families relocating to Hanoi.

We value diversity and balance across nationalities. Placement depends on available seats, academic background, and English language needs.

To apply for school at UNIS Hanoi, parents are required to prepare supporting documents. These documents help us evaluate your child’s readiness and ensure the best placement within our international curriculum.

If a grade is full, applicants may join our wait pool. Placement depends on seat availability and our priority policy, which includes siblings and diversity balance.
Reasons to choose UNIS Hanoi International School
There are many compelling reasons to consider applying to UNIS Hanoi:
- We are a truly international school in Hanoi with a rich mix of nationalities and a commitment to cultural diversity.
- Our programmes reflect the ideals and principles of the United Nations and we aim to develop students as curious, responsible and engaged global citizens.
- As a school in Hanoi that embraces international standards, our students benefit from top-tier facilities, modern approaches to learning, and access to broad co-curricular programmes.
- The application to UNIS Hanoi gives your child access not just to academic excellence, but to a community that values diversity, innovation and compassion.
The Value of an IB Education
At UNIS Hanoi we proudly offer the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, from Early Years through to the Diploma Programme.
Why is this of value to parents and students?
- The IB is globally recognised and students who complete an IB programme are often well-prepared for admission to universities worldwide.
- The IB approach emphasises inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, global awareness, and personal development in addition to academic achievement, qualities that we embed in our UNIS Hanoi community.
- For families in Hanoi seeking an international school application experience, an IB school provides a reliable educational pathway that holds strong international credibility and supports transitions across countries.
Connect with the Admissions Team

It is highly advisable to contact the Admissions team at (+84 24) 7300 4508 or email admissions@unishanoi.org before moving forward with the application process to better understand our priority lanes, the seat availability and current wait pool. The following is important information for you to know:
- We have limited seats throughout the school and have nationality, English as an Additional Language (EAL) and learning support capacities.
- Submitting an application and paying the non-refundable application fee of 400USD per applicant does not guarantee placement within the school.
- The application fee is only applicable for the applying school year.
- We do not allow deferrals, if placement is offered and you do not accept, your child’s application will be withdrawn.
