How to Apply

VinUni Residency Programs’ Booklet 2026-2027

RESIDENCY RECRUITMENT TIMELINE 2026–2027 

• March 1 – May 31: Online application period (Deadline: 23:59, May 31, 2026).  Apply at: https://vinuni.my.site.com/gme
• July 18 (Tentative):
  IFOM Clinical Sciences Examination (administered in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City).
• Late July (Tentative): Registration for Interview.
• Early August (Tentative): Virtual Interview with Program Leadership and Faculty (For candidates who successfully pass Rounds 1 & 2).
• Mid-August (Tentative): Announcement of Admission Results and Specialty Match.
• September 29 (Tentative): Commencement of Residency Training.

I. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Target Applicants:
Medical students graduating in 2026.

Academic Requirements:
Cumulative GPA of at least 7.0/10.0 or 2.8/4.0.

Application Portfolio:
One (1) Letter of Recommendation and three (3) short essays.

English Proficiency:
No standardized international English certificate is required. Language proficiency will be evaluated through written application materials and performance during the interview.

Selection Criteria (AACC Framework):
VinUniversity seeks candidates who demonstrate:

• Abilities (Outstanding Competence)

• Aspirations (Strong Professional Ambition)

• Creativity (Innovative Thinking)

• Commitment (Professional Dedication and Integrity)

II. APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Candidates are required to create an account and submit their application online at:
https://vinuni.my.site.com/gme/s/login/

Required Application Components:

• Personal Information:
  Portrait photo, identification documents, and contact details.
• Academic Records:
  Official transcripts, MD degree certificate, and supporting documents (e.g., research publications, English proficiency certificates, etc.).
• Scholarship Essays:
  Completion of three essays (approximately 250 words each) based on the prompts provided in the online system.
• Letter of Recommendation:
  One (1) letter from a faculty member or a practicing physician affiliated with a hospital.
• Additional Supporting Documents (Optional):
  Portfolio, slides demonstrating extracurricular activities, or other evidence of academic and professional achievements.