University Counselling

PERSONALISED GUIDANCE, PRIVILEGED ACCESS

At Harrow International School Appi Japan, every student receives personalised guidance as they prepare for life beyond school. From Year 9 onwards, our structured Careers and University Guidance Programme ensures students are well-informed, confident, and ambitious in their choices.

Early Preparation: From Shell (Year 9), students explore their strengths, interests, and career pathways through our personal tutoring system.

Enhanced Focus: In Fifth Form (Year 11), students build detailed psychometric profiles, receive tailored subject advice, and gain work experience supported by CV and interview workshops.

Sixth Form Programme: A two-year structure combining skill development in Year 12 with focused, one-to-one university application support in Year 13.

Global opportunities: AISL Harrow Students apply successfully to leading universities in Japan, the UK, East Asia, North America, and beyond.

Direct access: Regular visits (virtual and on campus) from university lecturers and admissions representatives keep our students informed and prepared.

Our dedicated University Guidance Counsellors work closely with the Sixth Form Team to provide:

One-to-one careers interviews and personalised action plans

Drop-in clinics for personal statements and essays

Bespoke workshops on university choices and applications

With this level of expertise and support, Harrow Appi Japan families can be confident their children are fully prepared for the next step.

Meet the University Guidance Counsellors

Dung Mai

University Guidance Counsellor

Dung Mai

University Guidance Counsellor

Jesus Ramirez

University Guidance Counsellor

Jesus Ramirez

University Guidance Counsellor

Dung Mai

University Guidance Counsellor

Dung Mai is from Vietnam, where she developed a strong passion for education and supporting young people in their academic and personal growth. She holds a Certificate in College Counselling from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and has over 14 years of experience in international education, with a particular focus on university counselling for the past five years. Most recently, she worked at an international school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, supporting students following the IGCSE and A-Level curriculum. Throughout her career, Dung has guided more than 400 students in successfully applying to universities around the world, particularly in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. She has also visited universities across the UK, the US, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, and Switzerland, enriching her understanding of global higher education systems and strengthening her ability to provide students with personalised and insightful guidance.

Outside of her professional work, Dung is passionate about reading, which nurtures her curiosity and reflective thinking. She also enjoys learning about different cultures through travel, an experience that continues to broaden her global perspective and inspire her approach to counselling.

Jesus Ramirez

University Guidance Counsellor

Jesus Ramírez was born in Mexico and raised in San Diego, California. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Sonoma State University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Dominican University of California. As a first-generation college student, Jesus is deeply committed to helping students realize their potential and explore a wide range of university opportunities. His professional experience includes serving as an Admissions Officer at several universities in the United States and working at international schools in Brazil and Cyprus. He is a Certified Counsellor through the British Council and has served as an application reader for the University of Southern California. His international background, combined with his passion for education, enables him to connect with students and families from different cultures and support them as they prepare for the next stage of their academic journey.

Outside of his professional work, Mr. Ramírez enjoys staying active, traveling, and discovering new cuisines.