University Counseling & Career Guidance at EMASI Nam Long
Few decisions feel as big as choosing a university. Which country? Which course? Will my child get in, and how will we pay for it? For many families, these questions arrive all at once in the final year of school, and the pressure can be overwhelming.
At EMASI Nam Long International Bilingual School in Ho Chi Minh City, we do it differently. Our university counseling program begins in Grade 9 and grows with each student over four years. The aim is simple: help young people become independent, confident decision-makers, while making sure they never feel they are facing the process alone.
A partnership: student, family and school
Who is responsible for student success? At EMASI, it is a shared effort. The relationship between each family and our counselor is central to finding a university that truly fits the student. Through our Pastoral Care model, every student’s needs are met individually by a dedicated team: University Counselor, Assistant Head of Secondary (Pastoral), Assistant Head of Secondary (Academic), School Counselor, and School Learning Support Officer.
Two pathways, one goal
Students can pursue the Vietnamese MOET curriculum or an International Pathway (including A-Levels). Counseling guides families through these academic choices so each student’s subjects match their future goals.
The four-year university roadmap
- Grade 9 – Foundations & Discovery: build strong study habits, explore passions, leadership and community service, and start a resume/CV.
- Grade 10 – Pathway Selection: choose upper-secondary subjects for A-Levels or MOET electives, begin IELTS/SAT preparation, and keep developing the CV.
- Grade 11 – Research & Testing: sit official IELTS/SAT exams, attend international university fairs in Vietnam, build a university list, and hold family counseling meetings.
- Grade 12 – Applications & Visas: finalize the list, write personal statements, submit applications, prepare financial documents and apply for student visas.
Tools that keep everyone on track
Students use dedicated Microsoft Teams pages, university visits to campus, and university fairs.
Where EMASI graduates are going
The Class of 2026 chose universities in five countries: Vietnam, Australia, Canada, the United States and Singapore.
Frequently asked questions
When does university counseling start at EMASI Nam Long?
In Grade 9, with study habits, extracurricular exploration and a first resume/CV. Support intensifies each year through Grade 12.
Who is the university counselor at EMASI Nam Long?
Dr. Scott Wiens leads university counseling. Families can reach him at scott@emasi.edu.vn.
When should my child take the IELTS or SAT?
Preparation begins in Grade 10, and students typically sit the official exams in Grade 11.
What are the most common types of university scholarships?
There are four main types: institutional scholarships for academics or leadership; activity scholarships, often for fine arts; other university-specific awards; and private scholarships from employers, civic groups or associations.
Does EMASI help with student visas?
Yes. In Grade 12, counselors guide students through financial documents and student visa applications.
Can students apply to universities in Vietnam as well as overseas?
Yes. EMASI graduates enrolled in Vietnam, Australia, Canada, Czech, South Korean, the United States and Singapore.
Learn more about EMASI Graduates’s University Destinations.
Every student’s path is different, and the best results come when families and counselors plan together early. Contact tuyensinh@emasi.edu.vn or fill in the Inquiries form below to book a visit and tour at EMASI Nam Long to learn more about our programs.
