- Wednesday, June 25, 2025
- 12:00 AM CUT
- Zoom
I Reviewed Thousands of Ivy League Applications — Here’s What DMV Students Need to Know
As a former admissions officer at Princeton, I reviewed countless applications from students in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. I can tell you firsthand: this region produces some of the most competitive applicants in the country.
But with tens of thousands of students applying from the DMV every year, and Ivy League acceptance rates hovering around 5%, standing out takes more than just good grades and strong test scores.
In this webinar, I’ll walk you through exactly what top colleges are looking for, and how students from this region can use their unique backgrounds and experiences to rise to the top of the pile.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- What’s changed in Ivy League and top-tier admissions, and what that means for DMV applicants
- Key differences in how applications are evaluated from public vs. private schools in the region
- How to leverage your academic, extracurricular, and personal background to create a standout application
- Practical strategies to strengthen every section of your application — from your essays to your activities list
I’ll also be answering your questions live throughout the session.
If you’re aiming for schools like Princeton, Stanford, MIT, or Duke, this is the kind of guidance that makes a difference. I look forward to helping you take the next step with confidence.
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Meet Your Speaker: Ricky
Ricky graduated from Pomona College with a BA in Linguistics & Cognitive Science and has extensive experience in university admissions.
Having started as an Admissions Officer at the Stevens Institute of Technology, Ricky went on to become the Assistant Director of Admissions at Princeton University, where he reviewed thousands of applications from students around the world.
Now a Consultant at Crimson, Ricky leverages his expertise to help students craft compelling applications to top-tier universities, offering personalized guidance on every aspect of the admissions process.
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