Surpassing hundreds of candidates nationwide, a male student from Lam Son High School for the Gifted has become one of 18 outstanding recipients of FPT University’s prestigious full scholarship, which comes with the privilege of working abroad after graduation.
The Global Expert Scholarship is one of FPT University’s most prestigious awards, granted to students who have won first, second, or third prize in the National Excellent Student Contest and enroll in the Information Technology program. The scholarship recognizes the hard work of these students while reflecting FPT University’s commitment to supporting and nurturing the country’s most promising young talents to maximize their potential.
To secure the Global Expert Scholarship, Nguyen Tien Thanh – a 12th grader at Lam Son High School for the Gifted (Thanh Hoa) – like other candidates, had to write an essay and pass a rigorous selection process against hundreds of applicants to reach the Top 30 for interviews with FPT executives. In the interview round, Thanh’s knowledge and confidence impressed the judges, earning him a place among the 18 winners of the Global Expert Scholarship in 2025.
Upon learning that he had been selected, Thanh shared: “I’m very happy that all my efforts have been rewarded. This is also a motivation for me to keep striving in the years ahead at FPT University.”
In his essay, Thanh wrote: “The scholarship not only carries financial meaning—reducing the burden so I can focus on my studies—but is also a great source of encouragement for me to keep working hard and developing myself.” Covering 100% of tuition fees and providing a living allowance of 30 million VND per year, the scholarship gives Thanh a real opportunity to pursue his dream of becoming an influential technology expert.
That journey has been years in the making. Thanh has been a specialized informatics student at Lam Son High School for the Gifted from 2022 to 2025. Throughout high school, he maintained a serious learning attitude and a drive to constantly improve himself. Alongside diligent study across all subjects, he actively prepared for informatics competitions, achieving notable results: two consecutive national second prizes in Informatics and selection to the national team for the Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad (APIO) in 2025.
These achievements are the result of disciplined self-study, relentless knowledge-seeking from various sources, and the determination to improve even under pressure. “There were times I felt discouraged, but I never thought about giving up. My goal is still there, and I will keep moving forward,” he said.
For Thanh, his mother is the greatest source of motivation, inspiring him to live positively, turn challenges into willpower, and use knowledge as the key to unlocking the future. Beyond academic strengths, he actively participates in community activities at school and locally, seeing them as a way to develop soft skills, spread positive energy, and grow more comprehensively.
Thanh has a strong interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a field he believes will be a core technology of the future. He envisions himself in the next 5–10 years as a technology expert who is not only highly skilled but also capable of leading teams to create products that benefit the community.
FPT University will be the launchpad for that dream. Thanh plans to pursue the Information Technology program, specializing in Artificial Intelligence. “I chose FPTU not just because of the scholarship, but also for its modern, dynamic environment and curriculum that aligns with global trends. I believe FPTU will be the place that nurtures me to achieve greater accomplishments in the future,” he said.
Upon graduation, Global Expert Scholarship recipients like Thanh can choose to work in one of five countries: the United States, Japan, South Korea, Germany, or Singapore. Even before starting his journey at FPTU, Thanh has already planned to work in Singapore—a vibrant technology hub that attracts global talent and offers a safe, modern living environment.
With his talent, determination, and clear vision, Nguyen Tien Thanh promises to be a representative example of FPT University’s student generation: capable, resilient, and ambitious to reach the global stage. The Global Expert Scholarship is not only a reward for his high school efforts but also a springboard for Thanh to embark on his journey to adulthood—a journey that transcends geographical limits, carrying the hope of contributing value to the community through technology.