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What does it take to get into a top US college?
So, what does it take to impress Admissions Officers? We've invited Martin Walsh, the former Dean of Admissions at Stanford University, to join us on our upcoming webinar and tell us just that. Don't miss this opportunity to learn what top colleges like Stanford are looking for and how they assess applications.
The summer may feel like a time to relax, but it’s actually the best time to start thinking about your university journey before the busy life of school work and exams resumes!
Are you aiming for a top US university like Stanford, Harvard or MIT?
Leading universities like these are known the world over for their high standards of education and facilities and unparalleled career opportunities and alumni networks. The only problem is, the best universities attract the best talent and admission rates are falling each year.
Stanford University, for example, only accepts 4.6% of applicants every year - with over 44,000 applicants in 2021 that's some fierce competition.
How Crimson can help
Applying to top US universities is a difficult and stressful task which is why so many students seek external support.
Each of our programmes are tailored to you 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 signing up for this webinar you will get a 1:1 university strategy meeting with one of our expert Academic Advisors. They will review your academic and extracurricular profile, provide tailored guidance as to suitable university pathways and outline what you need to do to achieve your goals.
You will learn:
- How the application evaluation process is broken down
- The personal qualities Admissions Officers look for in prospective students
- Trends impacting admissions decisions
- How to capture the Admissions Officers attention in the personal essay
- The benefits of applying early
- Case studies of accepted students and why their profiles stood out
There will be a live Q&A at the end of this webinar, so bring your questions to the table! All attendees will receive a US university roadmap to help you set goals and deadlines in preparation for your applications.
Meet your speakers
Martin Walsh Former Stanford Admissions Officer
Martin served as a teacher and coordinator at international schools in Cambodia and Venezuela. He then moved onto his position in the admission office of his alma mater: Santa Clara University for 5 years. Martin then started at Stanford University where he was named Assistant Dean of Admission, charged with evaluating submissions from New England’s famous boarding schools and applications from international students. Since leaving Stanford Martin has shared his knowledge with students, teachers and counsellors at international schools in South Korea, Japan, China and Italy and served as an instructor with the Counselor Training Center.
Stacey Rawlinson Academic Advisor, Crimson UK
Stacey was formerly a PhD researcher at UCL before joining Crimson, studying how infection moves around the clinical environment. Her background is in Biology and Infection Control, specifically microbiology. Since 2016, Stacey has been working with students in a range of application strategies including dissertation support, laboratory skills training, academic mentoring, leadership & confidence-building and university application support.
Webinar Info
Saturday 7th August, 2021 4:00-5:30pm (BST) Who should join: + Parents whose children are looking to study at a top US university. + Any students in years 9-13 who plan to apply to the US. + Career/university guidance counsellors and school staff who are interested in learning more about how they can support their students.
Register for the webinar today!
After completing the form below you will receive an email from Zoom with your link to join the webinar on 07/08/21 at 4:00pm (BST).