Note: This is an in-person event with limited capacity to adhere to social distancing and covid restrictions. We are prioritising the safety of our attendees working closely with the SMC, to provide a COVIDsafe event.

About this Event

Could your talents get you into the world's top universities? Join us to find out how you can put Harvard, Yale, Oxford and Stanford within your reach! This day is perfect for students in years 7-12, parents, and teachers. Are you ready to change your future? Get in quick, limited tickets are available.

Event Schedule

1:00PM - Arrival and Registration (Conversation Quarter)

Check in and collect some goodies!

1:30PM - Welcome

1:40PM - The Trend of New Education - Jamie Beaton

2:00PM - The Fundamentals of Applying and Studying in the US & UK - Will Yaxley

• US & UK application process and timeline
• The difference between US, UK and Australian universities
• The academic scores to aim for
• Q&A

2:40PM - Recent Admit Q&A Panel with Crimson Education CEO, Jamie Beaton

3:00PM - Afternoon Tea & Free Roam

3:30PM -4:10PM Breakout Room Talks (Session 1)

Main Room: US and UK Application Breakdown

Room 2: How to Get into Medical School

• Why choosing a career in medicine might be right for you
• Information about applying to medical schools in Australia and the UK
• Acceptance requirements for medical school
• Insights into the academic life of a medical student
• Strategic tips to successfully gain admission in medical school

Room 3: US Sports Scholarship Opportunities

• Securing Scholarship Funding
• Building a Competitive Profile
• Finding a Best Fit College
• The Importance of Academics
• Life as a College Athlete (Q&A)

Room 4: Crimson Global Academy

• Learn how to accelerate beyond your year level with A-Levels and a Global Curriculum
• The growing role of technology in education
• The benefits of studying part time
• The technology that makes Crimson Global Academy an online first high school
• Q&A

4:20PM - 5PM Breakout Room Talks (Session 2)

Main Room: US and UK Application Breakdown

Room 2: How to Get into Medical School

• Why choosing a career in medicine might be right for you
• Information about applying to medical schools in Australia and the UK
• Acceptance requirements for medical school
• Insights into the academic life of a medical student
• Strategic tips to successfully gain admission in medical school

Room 3: US Sports Scholarship Opportunities

• Securing Scholarship Funding
• Building a Competitive Profile
• Finding a Best Fit College
• The Importance of Academics
• Life as a College Athlete (Q&A)

Room 4: Crimson Global Academy

• Learn how to accelerate beyond your year level with A-Levels and a Global Curriculum
• The growing role of technology in education
• The benefits of studying part time
• The technology that makes Crimson Global Academy an online first high school
• Q&A

About Your Speakers

Jamie Beaton

Originally from Auckland, Jamie is a graduate of Harvard University, Stanford's MBA program, and an Oxford Rhodes Scholar. He co-founded Crimson Education in 2013 and is a leading authority on US and UK university admission and the future of education. Jamie has shared his in-depth university admissions knowledge and the story of Crimson Education's growth in more than 30 countries.

Will Yaxley

Will is from Sydney and is a passionate musician and composer. He has been at Crimson Education since 2018 and helps students to navigate the application processes to leading US and UK universities.

Callum Chalmers

Callum is the Admissions Specialist for UK Medical Admissions. Callum completed First Year Biomedical Science at The University of Auckland and recently completed his Masters in Biomedical Science at the University of Auckland developing a novel vaccine for Pneumonia. While he was studying, he also worked as a Data Technician at St Andrew's Retirement Village.

Tessa Berger

Tessa attended Florida Gulf Coast University on an NCAA Division I full scholarship, majoring in Business Management and Accounting with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. She earned a perfect 4.0 Grade Point Average (A+) whilst also gaining prestigious Presidents List Honours.

A New Zealand Football representative, Tessa has successfully competed on the international stage over the last decade. Most notably, attending the FIFA Women's World Cup and being listed for the 2012 London Olympic Games.

About the organisers:

Crimson Education

Crimson Education creates personalized education packages for students looking to advance their competitive edge. A team of high performing tutors and mentors offer academic assistance, extracurricular instruction, leadership training, personal development, and university admission consulting. Crimson Education is an international network of services offered in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and more. With customized edutech platforms and cost-free resources for families, Crimson Education makes it possible for close to 95% of their students to gain admission to one of their top three universities .

Crimson Global Academy

Crimson Global Academy is a world-class, registered New Zealand online high school offering accelerated courses taught by top teachers. Students study the internationally-recognised International GCSE and A Level curriculum in small, live classes to ensure they get the personalised support, and results, they deserve.

MedView

MedView is the leading medical school preparation organisation in Australasia, with a proven record of success. MedView believes in a holistic approach to medical school admissions, meaning we surround the student with a team of experts to help develop their candidacy and skills in all pillars of the journey to medical school. Our mission is to not just help students to succeed in their medical school admissions, but to create students to become top doctors with lifelong leadership, skills and connections!

Crimson Athletics

Crimson Athletics: “With Crimson Athletics, students are assisted academically and athletically throughout the recruitment process with the implementation and oversight of a personalised admissions program, ensuring that every Crimson athlete is a well-rounded candidate, to maximise scholarship offers and coach interest”