Oxbridge vs the Ivy League: Which One Is Right for You?
An exclusive Crimson Education webinar, ideal for students in Years 10-12 and their families. Join former admissions officers from Oxford, Stanford, and Northwestern in this beginner session, where they’ll help you decide whether Oxbridge or the Ivy League is the right fit.
- 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 Rebecca, and I’ll be joined by former admissions officers from Oxford and Stanford. 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:
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The differences between top US & UK universities.
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What’s involved in submitting an application to both.
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What US & UK admissions officers look for when reviewing applications.
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How you can level up your candidacy & strengthen your application(s).
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How Crimson supports students on their journey to top universities.
Register Now!
After completing the form below you will receive an email from Zoom with your link to join the webinar on 15/10/25 at 6:30pm (BST).
Meet Your Speakers
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.
Kimberley L.
Former Stanford Admissions Officer
Formerly at Stanford and Northwestern, Kimberley spent a decade in admissions, directing transfer admissions at both. At Stanford, she oversaw all international applications and the UWC scholarship process. At Northwestern, she led the entire evaluation process—writing the reader handbook, training staff, revamping review systems, and setting admissions priorities with university leadership.
Rebecca P.
Regional Director, Crimson UK and Europe
Rebecca has 15 years of educational experience in Publishing, EdTech and Admissions. She has previous experience in other global education companies, serving as Publishing Director, eLearning Director, and Digital Director. Rebecca is a mum to two teenage boys at school in the UK. Rebecca has advised hundreds of students from the European and African regions on US and UK university admissions.
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.
Kimberley L.
Former Stanford Admissions Officer
Formerly at Stanford and Northwestern, Kimberley spent a decade in admissions, directing transfer admissions at both. At Stanford, she oversaw all international applications and the UWC scholarship process. At Northwestern, she led the entire evaluation process—writing the reader handbook, training staff, revamping review systems, and setting admissions priorities with university leadership.
Rebecca P.
Regional Director, Crimson UK and Europe
Rebecca has 15 years of educational experience in Publishing, EdTech and Admissions. She has previous experience in other global education companies, serving as Publishing Director, eLearning Director, and Digital Director. Rebecca is a mum to two teenage boys at school in the UK. Rebecca has advised hundreds of students from the European and African regions on US and UK university admissions.
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How Crimson Can Help
Applying to top 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.
