The Speaker Series: How US Universities Evaluate American High School Students Applying from Singapore

Thursday, May 15, 2025
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Complimentary event.

Does being an American student in Singapore make you stand out, or just blend in? IvyPrep breaks down how top colleges assess expat applicants and what truly gives you an edge.

What You’ll Learn:

• The “Singapore Factor” – Does an international education set you apart?
• Curriculum Confusion – AP, IB, A-Levels… which carries the most weight?
• Essay Pitfalls – Overused themes vs. stories that grab attention.
• Strategic Storytelling – Turning expat life into a real admissions advantage.

Speaker Profile

Robbie Short, an Ivy League Admissions Consultant at IvyPrep, is a magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Yale University with a degree in History. With experience as a Yale peer counselor, ESL program leader, and Yale-China Fellow, he brings a holistic approach to guiding students – helping them build skills, define aspirations, and navigate the path to top universities.

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