This event features three sessions providing valuable information from former admissions officers from top US and UK universities (including one from Singapore) and top university experts to give you an edge in the competitive world of university admissions.
You’ll learn how to create a compelling application and stay ahead of the curve in US & UK college admissions. Scroll down to learn more about the speakers and the event agenda.
Dr. Ng, a former admissions officer at Stanford and Harvard who hails from Singapore. She completed her Bachelor's in East Asian Studies and Computer Science at Harvard, and Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Stanford. She has helped international students gain admission to Stanford, Harvard, MIT and more.
With 15 years of experience in admissions, Martin has expert knowledge of US college admissions trends and has worked at two top universities.
Abbi received her bachelor’s degree from Oxford University, and master’s degree from the London School of Economics with a Titmuss Prize for Best Performance. As Director of UK and EU Admission at Crimson Education, she has helped many students secure offers from Oxford, Cambridge and other top Russell Group Universities.
Welcome!
Our Host: Will Yaxley
About the session:
In our welcome session, our host Will Yaxley will provide some insights about what is going on the admissions landscape for the top universities in the US and the UK, explaining why thousands of students from around the world aspire to be accepted into universities such as Stanford, Yale, Oxford, and Cambridge.
When?
🇸🇬: 11am (SGT)
How to Build a Successful Ivy League College Application
Speaker: Pam Ng, Harvard & Stanford Former Admissions Officer
About the session:
During the presentation, Pamela Ng, a Former Admissions Officer at Stanford University and Harvard University from Singapore, will cover the criteria that top US universities use to evaluate applicants and specific tips for maximizing the impact of each evaluated factor.
At the end of this presentation, you will have a clearer understanding of the expectations that the Ivy League and other top US universities have for their candidates, including academic achievements (school grades, curriculum rigor and standardized test scores); the impact of extracurricular activities and leadership; as well as the importance of crafting a standout personal statement (essays).
When?
🇸🇬: 11:20am (SGT)
Decoding the Admissions Game: Insights and Strategies from Top US Universities
Speaker: Martin Walsh, Former Assistant Dean of Admissions at Stanford University
About the session:
Martin Walsh, Former Assistant Dean of Admission at Stanford University and Former Director of Admissions at Santa Clara University will walk you through the most recent trends and changes in this year’s admissions landscape to help you prepare for the future.
If your main goal is to be accepted at top US universities, prepare yourself to receive relevant insights on how the Ivy League and other top schools fill out their classes and how you can prepare for the application process.
When?
🇸🇬: 12:10pm (SGT)
UK University Admissions & Recent Changes for Future Applicants
Speaker: Abbigail Colwyn, Director of UK Admissions at Crimson Education
About the session:
During this presentation, Abbi Colwyn, Director of UK & EU Admissions at Crimson Education, will provide an overview of the UK university admissions process, including recent changes to the Cambridge Admission Testing and UCAS requirements for personal statements. By the end of this presentation, you will know exactly how to craft a strong application to Oxford, Cambridge, and other top UK universities, as well as specific tips and insights to help you prepare at the highest level.
When?
🇸🇬: 1pm (SGT)
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When?
🇸🇬: 2pm (SGT)
Elevate your university journey by registering for 'Getting In: The US & UK Admissions Summit' today! Perfect for students aiming for Stanford, Oxford, Yale, MIT, Cambridge, UCLA, UCL and more.
Get expert guidance to create a winning university application and stand out from the competition.
Discover secrets of the US & UK university admissions process from former insiders and experts (including one from Singapore!)
Discover the latest updates and trends in the US & UK university admissions landscape
Learn how to overcome specific challenges international students face in US & UK university admissions.