Hue University, formerly known as The University of Hue, was initially established in March 1957. After the reunification of the country in 1975, independent universities were established in Hue on the basis of the existing faculties of The University of Hue. According to the Government Decree No. 30/ND-CP dated 4 April 1994, Hue University has been re-established by reorganizing all Hue-based universities. Hue University is responsible for training students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, conducting research and applying science and technology in a multitude of disciplines to serve the construction and development of the country in general and Central Vietnam and Western Highlands in particular.

Mission
The mission of Hue University is to contribute to regional and national development, meeting social demand for high quality human resources, and practical and effective products of scientific research and technology transfer.

Vision
By 2020, Hue University will have been:
- One of the top 50 universities in Southeast Asia;
- Upholding regional and national quality standards; and
- An integral part of Central Vietnam’s social infrastructure, and an outstanding higher education institutionthat exemplifies the essence of Vietnam’s educational system.

Awards
Hue University has been rewarded with many State awards for its remarkable achievements, including:
- Independence Medal (third class) in 1998
- Independence Medal (second class) in 2002
- Independence Medal (first class) in 2012