Personal projects are no longer optional—they’re a powerful asset in top-tier university applications. At TAS, students receive 1:1 guidance to build academic, creative, and purpose-driven capstone projects. From ideation to year-end showcases, each project becomes a unique highlight that sets students apart and strengthens their path to global universities.

Taking AP courses isn’t about quantity—it’s about strategy. At TAS, students receive personalized guidance to select AP subjects aligned with their future major and strengths. This strategic approach helps each AP course add real value to their university applications, making them stand out with purpose and confidence.

At TAS, college counseling isn’t a last-minute service in Grade 12—it’s a personalized journey starting from Grade 9. With expert guidance, students explore their strengths, select the right courses and activities, craft standout applications, and confidently pursue top global universities. TAS counselors are trusted partners in each student’s path toward academic and personal success.

At TAS, extracurricular activities are more than just fun—they’re strategic stepping stones in a student’s college application journey. With personalized guidance, students develop meaningful, passion-driven projects that showcase leadership, impact, and clear academic alignment—making their profiles stand out to top global universities.

Transitioning into an international curriculum in high school can be overwhelming. At TAS, students receive personalized support through counseling, academic English tutoring, and one-on-one mentoring—ensuring a smooth adjustment, stronger foundation, and confidence to thrive in the international learning environment.

Academic success alone isn’t enough for global university life. At TAS, soft skills like time management, communication, and independent learning are deeply embedded in the American curriculum—through cross-subject projects, personal mentoring, and emotional wellness workshops—empowering students to enter international universities with confidence and resilience.

For many parents, the real question about international schools isn’t just the tuition—it's whether the investment leads to competitive college scholarships. At TAS, with a strategic and personalized application plan starting from Grade 9, students are empowered to build strong, standout profiles that increase their chances of earning scholarships from top global universities.

High grades alone are not enough to get into top universities in the United States — students need a well-rounded profile with a clear, strategic plan from an early stage. TAS supports students from Grade 9 with a personalized academic pathway, outstanding extracurricular opportunities, and comprehensive guidance to prepare an internationally competitive university application.

Choosing a United States–standardized international high school is a strategic step for students aiming to enter international universities. From the curriculum and teaching staff to college counseling, parents need to understand five key criteria to make the right choice for their child in Ho Chi Minh City.