Founded in 1997, Hong Bang International University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Southeast Region.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training, Vietnam, Hong Bang International University (HBU) is a small (EduListing enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Hong Bang International University (HBU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 23 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.  The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Vietnamese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 