Webinars and Events
Check out our upcoming events and watch our on-demand webinars on US university applications.
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The ACT test is changing: Should it now be your first choice over the SAT?
Free webinar
Fewer sections, fewer questions, more time – the new ACT format coming in September 2025 is looking very likely to be a preferable option for candidates applying to US universities. On the surface, the ACT now looks like the go-to test.
This webinar will show students how to -
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Harness the new, slower pacing of the ACT to maximise your score
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Optimise their section scores with key test strategies
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Strategise preparation with super-scoring
It will also cover how to decide whether to take the now optional Science section – a key decision depending on your prospective major.
21 August 2025 | 06:00pm BST
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Why Years 10 and 11 are Critical: How To Plan Your Child's Route to An Elite US College
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Thursday, 18th August 2026
06:00pm GMT
The journey to an elite US university begins earlier than many families realise. In this webinar, we will explain why Years 10 and 11 play such a pivotal role in shaping your child’s future application.
You’ll gain insight into how academic choices, extracurricular development, and early strategic planning can collectively strengthen a student’s long‑term admissions profile.
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Beyond 1500: The Study Blueprint and Strategies of Top SAT Scorers
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Wednesday, 16th September 2026
06:00pm GMT
What does it really take to score 1500+ on the SAT? Join this exclusive webinar to uncover the study blueprint used by top scorers.
Learn how to build an effective preparation plan, master high-impact test-taking strategies, avoid common mistakes, and maximise your score through smart practice - not just more practice. Whether you're aiming to break into the 1500+ range or striving for your personal best, this session will give you the tools, insights, and confidence to succeed.
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How to Manage Oxbridge & US Early Application Deadlines Simultaneously
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Thursday, 1st October 2026
06:00pm GMT
Applying to both Oxbridge and US universities? This webinar will show you how to successfully navigate overlapping timelines without feeling overwhelmed. Learn how to prioritise key deadlines, balance admissions tests and application requirements, manage essays and interviews, and create a strategic plan that keeps you on track.
Whether you're applying to Oxford or Cambridge alongside US Early Action or Early Decision schools, this session will help you stay organised and maximise your chances of success.
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Beyond GCSEs: Crafting a High-Impact Summer & Extracurricular Strategy for Top US Unis
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Thursday, 10th December 2026
06:00pm GMT
Strong GCSE results are just the beginning. Join this webinar to learn how to make the most of your summer and build an extracurricular profile that stands out to top US universities. Discover how to choose meaningful activities, develop a compelling personal narrative, and demonstrate the qualities that highly selective admissions teams value.
Whether you're aiming for the Ivy League or other leading US institutions, this session will help you create a strategic plan that strengthens your university application long before you apply.
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We break down how these early application plans work, including the varying levels of commitment, flexibility, and potential advantages each offers to applicants.
Becoming a student‑athlete in the US can open the door to world‑class academics and competitive university‑level sport. In this webinar, we provide an overview of the key factors that shape the student‑athlete journey.
In this exclusive masterclass, a former Admissions Dean at Princeton University and a former fellow from New York University draw on their extensive first-hand experience to demystify how interviews are assessed at the very highest level.
With just over one minute per question for 98 questions, the SAT demands excellence. To achieve top scores, students must demonstrate mastery over English grammar, critical reading and mathematics, as well as exhibit top-level problem-solving skills.
With acceptance rates hovering between 2% and 10% for Ivy League and other top US institutions, early preparation is essential. Building a competitive Ivy League profile takes time, intention, and strategic planning to compel the admissions reader immediately.
For families, understanding this landscape early ensures smoother navigation of key milestones: course selection, meaningful extra-curriculars, and the SAT/ACT journey. Early awareness also helps parents support their child’s wellbeing by avoiding bottlenecks in Years 11–13, when academic demands grow.
The right Regular Decision shortlist turns your academic profile, interests, budget parameters, and priorities into a plan you can execute: balancing risk across reach, match, and likely choices while protecting time and energy for high-impact tasks. In this session, Umut and Aayzah shared practical, pattern-driven best practices that reflect what works across diverse profiles and subject interests.
The SAT is getting harder than ever. Yet every test sitting, a small cohort of students manage to reach a score of 1500 or above. This equates to above 90% across the sections. What are their rechniques to achieve this level of accuracy?
This webinar showed students how to harness the new, slower pacing of the ACT to maximise their score and strategise preparation with super-scoring. Charlotte McKechnie also unveiled how to decide whether to take the now optional Science section – a key decision depending on student's prospective major.
Admissions Panel and Application Hints
Listen to Mark Blaweiss having a Q&A and admissions panel with representatives from top universities in the US. Hear from the admissions teams at Duquesne University, Florida State University, and the University of California at Santa Cruz.
Global MBAs: How to Successfully Apply
Listen to Ashley Cole who shares her experiences as an Ivy League admissions reader on what it takes to be a successful MBA applicant. Ashley will share insights on leading business schools in the US, but also around the world in key locations within the UK and Europe.
Using Supplemental Essays
Are you ready to elevate your US college applications to the next level?Gain valuable insights that could make all the difference in your journey to studying in the US.
Got In - Stay In: Keys to Student Success
Holding an offer to university? Join us for a rundown of top tips to success at university and how best to transition from school to higher education.
Artists, Actors, Musicians – The Admissions Process
Discover amazing opportunities for arts students at American universities. Learn how to profile your creative talents and find the best options.
Join A-List’s resident expert, Mark Blaweiss, on athletic recruitment for an introduction to recruitment and admission at US universities.
The SAT is getting harder than ever. Yet every test sitting, a small cohort of students manage to reach a score of 1500 or above. This equates to above 90% across the sections. What are their rechniques to achieve this level of accuracy?
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Discovery Session
Guiding your journey from start to finish
If you are new to US universities and the application process, we offer a free 20-minute session to guide you.