The findings show that VSTEP has significant impact on students’ learning motivation; however, students doubt that the current English programs could help them achieve their learning target. Besides, a number of students perceive the difficulty level of the test based on rumor and do not pay much care about the content and format of the test. This study also proposes recommendations to increase the positive effects of the test to enhance the effectiveness of the teaching and learning process. | Effects of vstep on students’ learning motivation at Vietnam national uinversity, Hanoi