Teaching in Vietnam FAQs

Q: What is the Teaching in Vietnam program? 

Queens College partners with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) in Vietnam to provide QC students with the opportunity to help children improve their communicative English by providing a fun learning environment in SEAMEO’s Summer Fun program. 

Q: What will students do in the program? 

Students will create their own lesson plans and co-teach kids ages 6-15. 

Q: How many hours per week will students be working? 

Students will work 21 hours per week for five weeks from late June to the end of July.

Q: Do I have to be an education major? 

All majors are welcome to apply! Teaching or experience working with children is preferred, but not required. Education, TESOL, Linguistics, and CSD majors, however, are especially encouraged to apply!

Q: What if I already graduated? 

You must be enrolled for Spring 2025 to participate in the program. If you are graduating in the Spring 2025 semester, you are still eligible.  

Q: Is there a GPA requirement? 

Yes, you must be in good academic standing (2.5 GPA or above). 

Q: What is included in the program? 

A round trip flight, transportation to and from the airport, housing during your stay, complimentary weekend trips around Vietnam, and a $25 USD stipend per working day will be provided for you. 

Q: What do I need to contribute? 

CUNY Travel Insurance, a visa, a U.S passport expiring after February 2026, and a cell phone plan of your choice is required of you.  

Q: Can I apply for the program?

We are no longer accepting applications for the Summer 2025 semester. Please feel free to check back in next Fall semester for recruitment updates!

Q: If I have more questions, who should I contact? 

You can email us at teachinginvietnam@qc.cuny.edu or call us at 718-570-0565. We are also available on campus in Frese Hall, room 102.