Top 10 budget-friendly yet top-quality IELTS training centers in Ho Chi Minh City

While the tuition fee might not be 'dirt cheap,' KTDC is a place where you can trust in both credibility and quality. A specialized center solely focused on IELTS with native-speaking instructors, KTDC stands as a reliable choice.

The IELTS preparation courses at KTDC provide students with solid knowledge in speaking, writing, listening, and reading skills for the IELTS exam. KTDC has helped thousands of students overcome the IELTS hurdle, fulfilling their dreams of studying abroad. The highlight of KTDC is undoubtedly its quality training combined with affordable tuition fees.

Average monthly tuition fee: 2,500,000 VND (7,500,000 - 8,000,000 VND for a 3-month course)

Addresses:

• 9 Mai Thị Lựu, P.DaKao, Q.1, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Phone: 028 3911 8493
    
• 153 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, P.6, Q.3 - 20 Cộng Hòa, Tân Bình, Ho Chi Minh City

• Phone: 028 3930 6566
  

Website: http://www.ktdcgroup.vn/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KTDCGroup/

Despite her young age, Tran Tố Linh, an instructor at the center, has already achieved an impressive collection of accolades:

Native-like American accent, scored 8.0 in IELTS, 8.5 in speaking
Graduated from Hong Kong Baptist University, TOP journalism school in Asia
Ranked as one of the top 3 IELTS instructors by the page: Self-study IELTS 9.0
Former high-quality student, English for International Trade department, Foreign Trade University, Hanoi

In addition to teaching foreign languages at the center, she also created the Facebook Fanpage 'Guide to IELTS learning from basic to advanced,' providing relevant information about the IELTS exam such as common sentence patterns, prepositions, synonyms, etc. The Fanpage has attracted over 90,000 likes, and the number of shares of her posts is also remarkably high.

Address: 38 Tran Khanh Du, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 0169 201 4800

Website: https://ieltstolinh.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ieltstolinh/

Mc IELTS (website: mcielts.com) is one of the reputable IELTS training centers chosen by many students in Ho Chi Minh City. The strength of the center lies in its highly qualified team of teachers with foreign credentials and modern, reputable curriculum.

The center offers IELTS courses for adults and teenagers with a unique curriculum. The teaching program is designed to be suitable for students of various levels, the scoring criteria in the IELTS exam, and the skills needed to improve scores to the highest possible level.

Website: http://mcielts.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mc.ielts/

The highlight of the center is its interactive teaching method. Students will no longer learn in the traditional way of reading and copying, but all materials are directly emailed to them. The center is trusted by many students because of its affordable tuition fees, modern facilities, and accurate and responsible guidance provided to each student.

In addition to teaching TOEIC, Huy Trịnh Center also offers IELTS BASIC and PRO courses with reasonable tuition fees, suitable for those who are new to the IELTS exam or want to improve their current scores.

Average monthly tuition fee: 700,000 VND

Address:

• SS13 Hồng Lĩnh, Ward 15, District 10, Bắc Hải Residential Area

Phone: 028 2253 2007

• 50 Thành Thái, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 091 996 29 21

• 185 Hoàng Văn Thụ, Phú Nhuận District, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 0938 976 528

Website: https://toeichuytrinh.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToeicIeltsHuyTrinh/

The center offers in-depth IELTS classes for:

• Students, working professionals with basic English proficiency starting IELTS - aiming for IELTS 6.5 within 6 months (Tested for proficiency before starting to ensure suitability for the course)
• Individuals preparing for studying abroad, immigration aiming for IELTS 6.5
• English enthusiasts

The learning process consists of 2 stages:

• IELTS band 3.5- 5.0
• IELTS band 5.0- 6.5

The curriculum includes 7 essential skills for the IELTS Academic exam: Grammar, Pronunciation, Listening, Speaking, Writing, Reading, Vocabulary.

Kay English provides students with over 100 videos and 1200 study materials continuously updated to reflect changes in exam formats and scoring criteria in TOEIC exams by IIG and IELTS exams by BC/IDP. This is one of the reasons why Kay English is always trusted and loved by students.

Average monthly tuition fee: 2,000,000 VND

Address: 1st Floor, 92 Yên Thế, Ward 2, Tân Bình District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Phone: 096 127 42 53
Website: http://kayenglish.edu.vn/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IELTSKAYSTATION/

IEL360 (Intensive English Learning) was established in Ho Chi Minh City with the aim of providing an ideal learning environment for students aspiring to achieve high scores in the IELTS exam. The courses at IEL360 are specially designed to provide the necessary study and test preparation tools to help students achieve their desired scores in a short period of time.

With a carefully selected team of instructors, IEL360 offers the highest quality courses along with a friendly learning environment, focusing closely on each student. The modern facilities and amenities at IEL360, coupled with class sizes ranging from only 10 to 14 students, ensure that each individual can effectively and quickly progress in their learning journey.

Address: 80B Lý Chính Thắng, Ward 8, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 028 3848 3922

Website: http://www.iel360.edu.vn

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IEL360/

The British Council, also known as the UK's international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities, has been present in Vietnam since 1993, operating in four locations in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

With over 80 years of global English teaching experience, the British Council has contributed to enhancing English language skills and empowering over 100 million people in Vietnam and 100 countries worldwide to confidently use English.

At the British Council, students can learn directly in classrooms at teaching centers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City or self-study at home through online learning resources. With extensive experience and credibility in organizing the IELTS exam, the native English-speaking teaching staff here are truly experienced and competent. Despite these advantages, the tuition fees at the British Council are relatively high compared to the general level, hence the satisfaction rating for tuition fees is only 7.3/10.

Address: 25 Lê Duẩn, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 1800 1299

Website: https://www.britishcouncil.vn/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britishcouncilvietnamenglish/

Balo English Language School was established in 2014. To date, the center has helped nearly 2000 students become more proficient in English. The majority of students and staff at Balo English are students of various ages and recent graduates. This diversity contributes to the dynamic atmosphere of the center, with the ultimate goal of creating a better learning environment for the new generation.

At Balo English Language School, you will take a proficiency test first, and then based on your proficiency level, you will be placed in a trial class. This ensures finding the right class for you and employing appropriate teaching methods.

Address: 207/49 3/2 Street, Ward 11, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 098 270 85 53

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saigon-Homestay-with-Balo-English-366645883532406/

Established in 2009, YOLA Education is a leading educational institution specializing in English language training and test preparation for study abroad for all ages, with a mission to provide comprehensive guidance and training in knowledge, skills, and character. YOLA is most renowned for its Test Preparation program, helping learners prepare thoroughly for international standardized tests.

The instructors at YOLA are mostly international students from the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, etc., who have achieved high scores in international exams. Therefore, they not only have experience but are also very enthusiastic and friendly.

The teaching methodology at YOLA is quite different, as it is derived from the experiences of the Yolans themselves - the name given to the founding team of YOLA. Yolans understand the strengths and weaknesses that international students face. From there, they creatively devise the most practical, lively, and effective learning methods for students.

Addresses:

• 2nd Floor, 246 Cong Quynh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City - 028 3925 8833
• 224 Pasteur, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City - 028 3820 1062
• 259 Tran Hung Dao, Sunny Tower, 4th Floor, Ho Chi Minh City - 028 6285 8080
  

Website: https://yola.vn/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YolaInstitute/