Oxbridge vs the Ivy League: Which One Is Right for You?
- Zoom (Online)
Would You Be More Competitive for Oxbridge or the Ivy League?
Are you aiming for a place at one of the world’s elite universities but not sure whether the UK or US is the right fit?
Hi, I’m Nerses, and I’ll be joined by former admissions officers from Oxford and Columbia. Together, we’ll share insider insights on what top universities are really looking for and how applications differ between Oxbridge and the Ivy League. This session will give you the clarity, confidence, and practical advice to choose the path that suits you best.
In This Webinar, You’ll Learn:
- The differences between top US & UK universities.
- What’s involved in submitting an application to both.
- What US & UK admissions officers look for when reviewing applications.
- How you can level up your candidacy & strengthen your application(s).
- How Crimson supports Years 10-12 students on their journey to top universities.
- 🗣️ Please note: This webinar is in English, with live translation offered in Mandarin, Russian & Japanese.
Register Now!
After completing the form below you will receive an email from Zoom with your link to join the webinar on 11/03/26 at 6:30pm (GMT).
Meet Your Speakers
Erin C.
Former Columbia Admissions Officer
Erin holds a BA from Columbia University. She worked as an Admissions Officer at Columbia, managing domestic and international territories and reviewing thousands of applications for Columbia College and the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Since joining Crimson, she has supported students applying to the Ivy League and other top US universities, helping them craft compelling narratives and present their strongest applications.
Lucy B.
Former Oxford Admissions Officer
Lucy has a BA from Cambridge and an MSc from Liverpool John Moores. A Clarendon Scholar completing her DPhil in Anthropology at Oxford, she brings deep academic knowledge and firsthand Oxbridge experience to helping students navigate the toughest entrance requirements and interviews. She also worked as an Oxford Admissions Officer before joining Crimson in 2019, and now supports students aiming for top universities, including Oxbridge and the Russell Group.
Nerses S.
Academic Advisor, Crimson UK & EU
Nerses was educated in the United States, earning a BA in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton. As a native Russian speaker, he previously worked for a large Eastern European Ed-Tech company, advising and assisting students with their English studies.
Erin C.
Former Columbia Admissions Officer
Erin holds a BA from Columbia University. She worked as an Admissions Officer at Columbia, managing domestic and international territories and reviewing thousands of applications for Columbia College and the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Since joining Crimson, she has supported students applying to the Ivy League and other top US universities, helping them craft compelling narratives and present their strongest applications.
Lucy B.
Former Oxford Admissions Officer
Lucy has a BA from Cambridge and an MSc from Liverpool John Moores. A Clarendon Scholar completing her DPhil in Anthropology at Oxford, she brings deep academic knowledge and firsthand Oxbridge experience to helping students navigate the toughest entrance requirements and interviews. She also worked as an Oxford Admissions Officer before joining Crimson in 2019, and now supports students aiming for top universities, including Oxbridge and the Russell Group.
Nerses S.
Academic Advisor, Crimson UK & EU
Nerses was educated in the United States, earning a BA in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton. As a native Russian speaker, he previously worked for a large Eastern European Ed-Tech company, advising and assisting students with their English studies.
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How Crimson Can Help
Applying to top US and UK universities is a difficult task, which is why so many students seek external support in addition to the guidance offered at school. Our tailored programmes pair each student with a team of expert mentors, guiding them through every step, from university selection to essays and test prep. By joining this webinar, you’ll have the chance to qualify for a 1:1 meeting with an Academic Advisor to assess your candidacy and learn how Crimson helps students boost their admission chances by 2–10x.
This Is a Multi-Language Webinar
The webinar will be delivered in English, with live translation available throughout the event in Mandarin, Russian and Japanese. When you register, just let us know your preferred language.
