Vietnam's University Admissions Drive Costly IELTS Race Among High School Students
A surge in high school students in Vietnam pursuing costly IELTS exams is driven by university admission policies that offer advantages for international English proficiency certificates. Parents are investing heavily, while students begin early preparation.
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