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To ensure safety during the tuition payment process, Nguyen Tat Thanh University (NTTU) students need to proactively check and perform transactions according to the University’s official guidelines. Proactively checking information, conducting transactions through the correct channels, and absolutely not providing confidential information are key principles students must keep in mind during tuition payment period.
During the tuition payment period, students may receive messages, calls, or links requesting money transfers, personal information, bank account details, or urgent transactions. These are common methods used by scammers to misappropriate assets or personal data.
5 IMPORTANT NOTES WHEN PAYING TUITION FEES
1. Only pay tuition according to the University’s official instructions
Students should proactively follow announcements regarding tuition payment time, methods, and regulations on NTTU’s official information channels such as the University website, Student Portal, student email, and official media channels.
Do not carry out transactions based solely on information sent from unverified accounts, phone numbers, or links.
2. Double-check carefully before confirming transactions
Before making a bank transfer or confirming a payment, students need to carefully check:
- Amount to be paid;
- Beneficiary name/organization;
- Payment content/description;
- Transaction details and other related information.
If any unusual information or mismatch with official guidelines is detected, stop the transaction and recheck before transferring money.
3. Absolutely do not transfer tuition fees to personal accounts
Students must not transfer tuition fees to personal accounts at the request of any individual claiming to be University staff, Faculty/Institute personnel, or academic support staff when the information has not been verified through official channels.
In particular, do not transfer money simply because the requesting party gives reasons such as tuition assistance, information update, profile confirmation, or expedited transaction processing.
4. Absolutely do not provide confidential information
Students must keep all information related to bank accounts and transactions confidential.
Do not provide anyone with:
- Passwords;
- OTP codes;
- Transaction authentication codes;
- Bank account details;
- Other sensitive/confidential information.
The University never requests students to provide banking security information through unofficial channels.
5. Be vigilant against “urgent payment” requests
Students should be especially cautious of content that creates anxiety or urges immediate transactions, such as:
- “Pay tuition immediately to avoid account suspension”;
- “Transfer money to get tuition refund”;
- “Update account to receive tuition support/scholarships”;
- Requests to scan QR codes of unknown origin;
- Requests to access unfamiliar links for verification or payment.
Do not let urgency cause you to skip the information checking step.
WHEN IN DOUBT, STOP THE TRANSACTION
If you receive messages, calls, or payment requests with suspicious signs, do not proceed with the transaction and do not provide any further information.
Proactively double-check the information through the University’s official channels before transferring money.
📚 REFER TO OFFICIAL TUITION PAYMENT GUIDELINES
Students can refer to the guide “Instructions for online tuition payment and bank transfer” published by the NTTU Academic Affairs Department to follow the correct procedure.
Right channel – right information – check before transferring!
Accommodation scams
The time when bad actors exploit the situation to set traps for accommodation scams is when the back-to-school season arrives, a period when many parents bring their children to the city for enrollment and students from provinces look for boarding houses to settle down for their studies.
According to M.Sc. Truong Quang Tri – Deputy Head of the Student Affairs Department at Nguyen Tat Thanh University, a boarding house is not just a place to live but also an environment that directly affects the learning process and development of students. He emphasized that students must put safety and security first: “A cheap rental room located in a complex security area will not ensure peace of mind for your studies. Only after that comes the economic factor, and finally the surrounding environment such as quietness, hygiene, and community.” Mr. Tri also advised students to prioritize finding rooms through official, verified channels such as recommendations from acquaintances, teachers, Youth Union – Student Association organizations, instead of relying solely on online advertisements.
Nguyen Minh Hoàng, a final-year Information Technology student and a volunteer supporting accommodation searches at NTTU, further shared that new students should start by clearly defining their criteria before hunting. “You need to establish a detailed budget, including electricity, water, internet, parking, and waste fees… because these are expenses that are easily missed but account for a significant portion of the total monthly cost. If you don’t calculate them beforehand, encountering sudden extra costs upon moving in will bring a lot of pressure.” Hoang also advised that choosing a room a bit far from the school but close to bus routes or convenient public transit can help save a substantial amount on rent.
Reality shows that many new students, because they have just enrolled and are in a hurry to find a place to stay, easily accept high prices or skip the step of thoroughly checking the room’s condition. The consequence is having to live in unsafe conditions while spending extra money on repairs. Therefore, upperclassmen advise new students to spend at least the first few days of enrollment conducting on-site surveys. You can go with a group of friends to share information, which is both safer and makes it easier to negotiate with landlords.
Currently, besides traditional methods of finding rooms, students can leverage modern channels like websites such as Phongtro123, Chotot, or reputable rental applications. In particular, many Facebook groups of Nguyen Tat Thanh University students, “room-passing” groups, or accommodation associations around NTTU campuses are sources of rapidly updated information. However, it is crucial to verify the information and absolutely do not transfer deposit money through intermediaries or without directly visiting the room.
Many students shared their practical experiences that scammers often use flawless, beautiful photos online to “lure” students, then demand an online deposit to hold the place. Upon arrival, the actual room is far different from the advertisement or has already been rented by someone else. Therefore, the rule “see it with your own eyes, inspect it on the spot” is a must. When viewing a room, students need to carefully observe the surrounding area: whether the alleyway is accessible at night, and whether it is close to bus stops, markets, pharmacies, or not. Inside the room, check the electricity and water systems, windows, locks, fans, and air conditioners (if any). Take videos and photos of the entire current state to keep as evidence for future comparison.
The issue of the tenancy agreement also requires special attention. The contract must clearly state the landlord’s information, rental term, rent price, accompanying fees, price increase regulations (if any), and move-out conditions. If disadvantageous clauses are found, students have the right to request amendments before signing. It is best to sign directly with the homeowner, with witnesses, and keep a clear room handover report and deposit receipt. Backing up a copy of the landlord’s ID card or Citizen Identity Card is also a way to avoid risks.
In addition, many upperclassmen recommend that new students prioritize renting directly from homeowners instead of through brokers to reduce incurred costs and easily get in touch when issues arise. In rental areas with many students, asking neighbors around about the landlord’s reputation and the house’s situation will provide you with objective information before making a decision.
Equally important is staying calm. Many students, fearing they will “run out of rooms,” hastily lock in a choice, leading to mistakes. In reality, the housing supply in Ho Chi Minh City is quite abundant; as long as you are patient and research carefully, you will definitely find a suitable room. A good room does not necessarily have to be extremely cheap, but it must meet three factors: safe – reasonable – convenient.
With the detailed sharing above, it is hoped that new students of Nguyen Tat Thanh University will gain more experience and confidence when entering the journey of finding accommodation. The university also encourages you to boldly contact the school or volunteers for timely support if you face difficulties. Thorough preparation right from the start will help you secure a stable place to live, study with peace of mind, and begin the new school year smoothly.
🔴 Some common tactics:
1. Posting beautiful accommodation photos online
• Clean images, cheap prices, convenient locations.
• Requesting online deposit transfers to “hold the room”.
• Upon arrival to view, the room does not match the pictures, or the address does not exist.
2. Faking the role of “landlord / broker”
• Scammers masquerade as landlords and take students to view rentals.
• After receiving the deposit money, they cut off contact and flee.
• Many victims later discover that the room did not belong to the scammer.
3. Subleasing – renting out to multiple people to scam
• The subject rents a room, then posts advertisements to sublease it.
• Collecting deposits from multiple people and then vanishing, leaving the landlord and students to argue with each other.
4. Enticing into signing “ghost” contracts
• Drafting contracts with forged signatures and fake stamps.
• Collecting security deposits and management fees, then absconding.
🛑 Some situations to watch out for:
• Student A transferred 2 million VND to hold a room; upon arrival, the actual boarding room was cramped and degraded, and the landlord stated they knew nothing about receiving a deposit.
• Parents took their child to rent a room and met a self-proclaimed “broker.” This person led them to view a room, urged them to deposit immediately lest “someone else rents it,” and then disappeared with the money.
• A group of student friends co-deposited for a mini-apartment online. When they arrived, a dozen other people also showed up because… they were all scammed in the same way.
✅ Recommendations for safety:
1. Do not transfer deposits without visiting the location and meeting the landlord directly in person.
2. Verify the landlord’s information: check land/housing documents and personal identification.
3. Sign a clear contract: with signatures from both parties, and keep payment receipts.
4. Be wary of excessively cheap prices and urgent demands for deposits.
5. If you suspect a scam, report it immediately to the local Police for assistance.
👉 Parents and students need to raise vigilance, do not let “money be lost, and new students become more worried” during the first days of the school year.
Performed by: Cam Thach – Thien Bao
Link to NTTU’s Reputable and Safe Accommodation Support Information
According to the Criminal Police Department of Ho Chi Minh City Police
