PXU University was established on July 11, 2003, as the first and only non-public university in Hue City. The year 2018 marked a major transformation for PXU University with a significant investment from the EQuest Education Group. This milestone emphasized "Attitude – Skills – Knowledge" as the core foundation of the university's educational philosophy, while focusing on demand-driven training tailored to the economy and career-oriented expertise. On December 23, 2018, the university officially transitioned from a community-based (dân lập) to a private (tư thục) institution under Decision No. 1812/QD-TTg issued by the Prime Minister.
In the new developmental phase of 2025–2035, Phu Xuan University aims to become a modern higher education institution operating under the American university model. The university will place a strong focus on STEM fields, centering its core values on academic quality, practical competence, creative thinking, and international integration.
The university is also committed to expanding into a multi-campus model, with campuses strategically located in major cities across Vietnam, including Hue, Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi.
Phu Xuan University’s long-term vision is to become a highly trusted higher education institution, gradually solidifying its leading position in Vietnam, regionally, and worldwide.
Currently, the university comprises 5 Institutes:
NBS Institute of Business and Technology
KUV Institute of International Education
The Institute of Development and Cooperation
The Institute of Languages and Culture
Topica Institute of International Training
Featured Institutes
1. NBS Institute of Business and Technology
Amidst the global wave of digital transformation, Vietnam is emerging as a bright spot with its young population, a booming market, and an urgent demand for high-quality education. Anticipating this trend, NBS Cyber University was established. This is a comprehensive digital education model designed to address three core challenges: expanding educational access, reducing training costs, and driving digital transformation.
2. KUV Institute of International Education
Founded in 1977, Keiser University (KU) is currently one of the largest non-profit universities in Florida, USA. Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees.
According to the 2023 US News & World Report rankings, KU ranked #1 in the United States for Social Mobility.
In addition to its main campus in Fort Lauderdale, KU operates numerous campuses throughout Florida and several international locations, including three campuses in Vietnam (Hanoi, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City).
KUV Hue offers an American-standard bachelor's program taught entirely in English, helping students build a solid academic foundation and develop comprehensive practical skills. Phu Xuan University (PXU) is an approved international center of Keiser University. Only the KU programs implemented at Phu Xuan University fall within the scope of accreditation granted to KU.