In Person
Getting In! Secrets From the US & UK Admissions Room
An exclusive Crimson Education in-person event in Milan. Perfect for students in Grades 9-12 and their parents.
Sunday, June 23, 2024
11:00 AM CEST
Hotel nhow Milano
Secrets from the US & UK Admissions' Room
Our team of Former Admissions Officers and university experts are coming to Milan! Register now for our exclusive in-person event to learn winning strategies for the US & UK university admissions game!
23rd June | 11am CEST | Hotel nhow Milano
- Exclusive opportunity to attend in-person seminars led by Former Admissions Officers
- Get ahead of the competition by gaining valuable insights, insider knowledge, and proven strategies
- Discover the latest updates and trends in the US & UK admissions landscape
- Receive expert guidance on how to stand out in crucial criteria such as extracurriculars, personal narrative development, and essay writing
Register now for this in-person event in Milan and kickstart your journey to top universities!
Ready to unlock your potential and gain acceptance to the top US & UK universities?
Register now to our first 'Getting In: The US & UK Admissions Series' and take your university journey to the next level!
The event is a ‘must attend’ for students aiming at Stanford, Oxford, Yale, MIT, Cambridge, UCLA, UCL and more.
Our expert speakers will give you the edge you need to stand out and succeed in the competitive world of university admissions. Don't let the challenge hold you back - take the first step towards your dream today!
Learn How to Craft a Standout Application
Receive expert guidance and advice on how to create a competitive university application and stand out from other applicants
Insights from Former Admissions Officers & Experts
Gain insights and knowledge about the US & UK university admissions process from former insiders and experts
Latest Admissions Trends & Analysis
Discover the latest updates and trends in the US & UK university admissions landscape
Perspective of an international applicant
Learn the specific challenges and concerns that international students face in the US & UK university admissions process and how to overcome them
Meet the speakers
This event will feature speakers from Crimson's network of top US & UK Former Admissions Officers and university experts. Each session will give you the edge you need to stand out and succeed in the competitive world of university admissions.
Patrick Hao
University of Oxford Admissions Office
Patrick graduated from the University of Oxford with a Bachelor’s in History. He is fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese, and since 2019 has worked in the Oxford Office of Admissions interview shortlisting, screening, and selection processes for applicants. He now supports many Crimson students on their path to top universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, Imperial and more.
Ricky Canton
Princeton University Admissions Office
Ricky has a BA in Linguistics & Cognitive Science from Pomona College. Ricky previously worked as the Assistant Director of Admissions at Princeton University and helped shape the supplemental essay questions currently used for the admissions process. He now supports many Crimson students on their path to top universities, including the Ivy League, MIT, Stanford and more.
Agenda
Arrival
Tea and coffee will be served as you check in and take your seats.
Time: 10:30am till 11:00am CEST
Welcome!
Our Host: Rebecca Pretorius
About the session:
In our welcome session, our host Rebecca Pretorius will introduce Crimson and our speakers before providing some insights about what is going on in 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.
Time: 11:00am till 11:15am CEST
The Secret to Top US Admissions for International Students
Speaker: Ricky Canton, Former Princeton Admissions Officer
About the session:
Ricky will cover the criteria that top US universities use to evaluate applicants and specific tips for maximising 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 rigour and standardised test scores); the impact of extracurricular activities and leadership; as well as the importance of crafting standout personal essays.
Time: 11:15am till 11:45am CEST
A Former Admissions Officer's Top Tips to Oxbridge Success
Speaker: Patrick Hao, Former Oxford Admissions Officer
About the session:
Patrick will explain what top UK universities like Oxford, UCL, Cambridge and Imperial look for in prospective students and share tips on improving your candidacy for those competitive courses.
At the end of this presentation, you will have a clearer understanding of the expectations that Oxbridge and other top UK universities have for their candidates, including academic achievements (school grades and course-specific tests); the impact of super-curricular activities; as well as the importance of crafting a standout personal statement.
Time: 11:45am till 12:15pm CEST
Morning Break
Tea and coffee will be served, along with the chance to chat with the Crimson team.
Time: 12:15pm till 12:45pm CEST
2024 Trends in US and UK Admissions
Speakers: Patrick Hao, Former Oxford Admissions Officer & Ricky Canton, Former Princeton Admissions Officer
About the session:
Patrick and Ricky 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 and/or UK universities, prepare yourself to receive relevant insights on how Oxbridge, the Ivy League and other top schools fill out their classes and how you can prepare for the application processes.
When: 12:45pm till 1:15pm CEST
Educational Pathways to Key Careers
Speakers: Ricky Canton, Former Princeton Admissions Officer & Rebecca Pretorius, Regional Manager
About the session:
Ricky will take you through some popular educational pathways such as Tech, Finance and Engineering and how your university choices can enhance your career prospects. Before introducing you to the work experience opportunities available to secondary school students in these fields that will help increase your chances of university admission.
Time: 1:15pm till 1:45pm CEST
Lunch
A finger buffet will be served, along with the chance to chat with the Crimson team.
Time: 1:45pm till 2:30pm CEST
Q&A Panel
Speakers: Patrick Hao, Former Oxford Admissions Officer & Ricky Canton, Former Princeton Admissions Officer
About the session: A chance for you to ask your questions to our panel of admissions experts, hosted by Rebecca Pretorius.
Time: 2:30pm till 3:00pm CEST
Networking
Soft drinks will be served, along with the chance to chat with the Crimson team.
Time: 3:00pm till 4:00pm CEST
5,500+
About Crimson Education
Applying to a top university is a difficult and stressful task which is why so many students seek external support.
Each of our programmes are tailored to the student and are delivered by a carefully selected team of mentors who provide focussed support with each and every aspect of the process - from university selection to essay writing and SAT preparation.
By registering for this event you will get access to a 1:1 meeting with one of our expert Academic Advisors. You will learn how your candidacy measures up for the schools you’re aiming for — and how Crimson works with students and families to increase admission chances by up to 450%.
