Core Insights - Nvidia has launched the Jensen Huang Scholarship program in collaboration with Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) to enhance Vietnam's AI ecosystem [2][4] - The scholarship program will provide a total of $1 million, with $800,000 allocated for students focusing on Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) technology and $200,000 for training and skill development [3][4] - In its first year, the program will award 50 scholarships to outstanding final-year or newly graduated students from VNU-HCM's member institutions [5][6] Funding and Allocation - The scholarship program will distribute $800,000 specifically to support students engaged in AI research and startup projects related to GPU technology [3] - The remaining $200,000 will be utilized for training activities, skill development initiatives, and achievement awards [3] Eligibility and Selection Criteria - Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 and an English proficiency score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80 or higher [6] - Candidates are required to submit a comprehensive portfolio that highlights their academic performance, research capabilities, and extracurricular achievements [6] Opportunities for Recipients - Successful scholarship recipients will participate in an intensive AI training program led by experts from Silicon Valley [7] - They will gain access to study materials from the Nvidia Deep Learning Institute, sponsorship for professional courses and conferences, and potential internship opportunities with Nvidia [7] Strategic Context - This scholarship initiative follows Nvidia's earlier investment in February 2024, where VNU-HCM's University of Information Technology acquired an Nvidia DGX A100 supercomputer to enhance its AI training and research capabilities [8] - Nvidia has evolved from focusing on 3D gaming chips to becoming a leader in advanced AI chips and software, significantly benefiting from the global AI boom initiated by OpenAI's ChatGPT [9]