The Lunar New Year holiday schedule for students and university students is a topic of interest to many. Join us in exploring the 2024 Lunar New Year holiday schedule for students and university students across the country.
1 2024 Lunar New Year Holiday Schedule for University Students
Lunar New Year Holiday Schedule for University Students in the North
No. | School | Holiday Dates | Number of Days Off |
1 | Hanoi Law University | 2/1-25/2 (47th course from 2/1-18/2) | 18-25 |
2 | Vietnam Women’s Academy | 2/5-28/2 | 24 |
3 | University of Economics, Hanoi National University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
4 | Hanoi University of Natural Resources and Environment | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
5 | Banking Academy | 2/5-25/2 | 21 |
6 | Vietnam Women’s Academy | 2/5-25/2 | 21 |
7 | Hanoi University of Mining and Geology | 2/5-25/2 | 21 |
8 | Hanoi University of Education 2 (Vinh Phuc) | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
9 | Vietnam Maritime University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
10 | Hanoi University of Business and Technology | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
11 | Hung Vuong University (Phu Tho) | 29/1-16/2 | 19 |
12 | Vietnam Academy of Agriculture | 2/2-18/2 | 17 |
13 | Academy of Finance | 2/2-18/2 | 17 |
14 | University of Education, Hanoi National University | 3/2-18/2 | 16 |
15 | University of Commerce | 3/2-17/2 | 15 |
16 | Hanoi University of Science and Technology | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
17 | Hanoi University of Water Resources | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
18 | University of Industrial Fine Arts | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
19 | Hanoi University of Civil Engineering | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
20 | Hoa Binh University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
21 | Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies, Hanoi National University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
22 | Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
23 | Academy of Finance and Banking | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
24 | Hanoi University | 2/5-17/2 | 13 |
25 | Haiphong University of Medicine and Pharmacy | 2/5-17/2 | 13 |
26 | Thang Long University | 2/5-17/2 | 13 |
27 | Hanoi University of Industry | 2/5-17/2 | 13 |
28 | Dai Nam University | 2/5-17/2 | 13 |
2024 Lunar New Year Holiday Schedule for University Students
Lunar New Year Holiday Schedule for University Students in the South
No. | School | Holiday Dates | Number of Days Off |
1 | Lac Hong University (Dong Nai) | 22/1-24/2 | 34 |
2 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Law | 27/1-25/2 | 30 |
3 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Physical Education and Sports | 29/1-25/2 | 28 |
4 | Ho Chi Minh City Open University | 29/1-25/2 | 28 |
5 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry | 29/1-25/2 | 28 |
6 | Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City National University | 28/1-19/2 | 23 |
7 | Saigon International University | 3/2-25/2 | 23 |
8 | Ho Chi Minh City Pedagogical University | 28/1-18/2 | 22 |
9 | Saigon University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
10 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
11 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
12 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Transport | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
13 | University of Information Technology, Ho Chi Minh City National University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
14 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Technical Education | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
15 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Culture | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
16 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Agriculture and Forestry | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
17 | Faculty of Natural Sciences, Ho Chi Minh City National University | 2/5-25/2 | 21 |
18 | Van Lang University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
19 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
20 | Gia Dinh University | 29/1-18/2 | 21 |
21 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Natural Resources and Environment | 29/1-16/2 | 19 |
22 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy | 2/5-23/2 | 19 |
23 | Ho Chi Minh City Medicine and Pharmacy University | 29/1-16/2 | 19 |
24 | Ho Chi Minh City University of Banking | 1/2-18/2 | 18 |
25 | University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City | 3/2-18/2 | 16 |
26 | Ton Duc Thang University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
27 | International University, Ho Chi Minh City National University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
28 | An Giang University, Ho Chi Minh City National University | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
29 | University of Finance and Marketing | 2/5-18/2 | 14 |
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Frequently asked questions
The Lunar New Year holiday in 2024 falls on Saturday, February 10th. Schools in Vietnam typically close for a week, with students getting a break from Monday, February 5th to Sunday, February 11th.
Yes, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there might be adjustments made to the holiday schedule. It is recommended to check with your local authorities or educational institution for the most up-to-date information.
The Lunar New Year, known as ‘Tết’ in Vietnam, is the most important and widely celebrated holiday in the country. It is a time for family reunions, feasting, exchanging gifts, and paying respect to ancestors.
Yes, there are many traditional activities and customs associated with Tết. Families typically clean and decorate their homes, cook traditional foods such as ‘bánh chưng’ and ‘dưa hành’, and offer sacrifices to their ancestors. People also enjoy fireworks displays, visit temples and pagodas, and give lucky money (‘lì xì’) to children.
The weather during Tết can vary depending on the region in Vietnam. In the north, it is typically cool and dry, while the central and southern regions may experience warmer temperatures and occasional rain.
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