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Mastering the Path to Top Universities: InGenius Prep's Exclusive Strategy Session

In a bid to improve acceptance rates to the world's leading universities, InGenius Prep will host a special information session on March 28, 2026, in Tokyo. This event promises to reveal the latest strategies from former admissions officers of prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. With a staggering success rate, students enrolled with InGenius Prep see acceptance rates soar to as much as seven times higher than average applicants.

What is InGenius Prep?

Founded by alumni from Yale University, InGenius Prep is an American educational consulting organization dedicated to assisting students with their overseas university applications. What sets it apart is its team of over 150 former admissions officers from elite schools, who have invaluable firsthand experience in the admissions process. This unique expertise allows them to develop effective teaching methodologies that extend beyond standard test preparation. Their focus on personal branding and soft skills development equips students with the ability to stand out to admissions committees.

The Rising Challenge in International University Admissions

As competition intensifies for top-tier universities, it has become increasingly difficult for students to secure a place. The acceptance rates to Ivy League schools and the top 50 universities worldwide have been declining, making it insufficient to rely on high GPAs or test scores alone. Students often find themselves questioning what activities enhance their applications or what to convey in their essays. Unfortunately, critical information regarding admissions criteria remains scarce in Japan.

Practical Strategies Over Generic Recommendations

The upcoming session will leverage InGenius Prep's extensive network of former admissions officers to provide a clear understanding of what makes a student stand out during the selection process. Attendees will gain insights into three key elements that can significantly enhance their chances of being accepted to elite universities:

1. The 'Acceptance Formula' Based on Real Data
InGenius Prep's former admissions officers will unravel the intricacies of the admission scores, shedding light on what criteria truly matter in decision-making. Through detailed discussions, they will clarify the often-mysterious evaluation standards used by admissions committees.

2. Quantifying Soft Skills and Differentiation Strategies
Achieving high GPAs and test scores merely represents the minimum requirement. The session will focus on how to effectively showcase one's leadership qualities and entrepreneurial spirit through essays and extracurricular activities, setting students apart from their peers.

3. Latest Trends for the Admission Cycle of 2025-26
The presentation will discuss recent changes following the pandemic, including the evolving importance of tests like the SAT and ACT and what admission documents should look like in the age of AI.

Meet Our Experts

Harry Sherratt

The Director of InGenius Prep in the UK and Asia, Harry graduated from the prestigious University of Oxford. With previous consultancy experience from KPMG, he now specializes in guiding students to U.S. and U.K. top universities. His familiarity with both the UK and US admission processes empowers him to unlock students’ potentials effectively.

Miku

Miku is responsible for the Asia division of InGenius Prep and has extensive knowledge of education systems across Asian countries. She will address the crucial gap between Japanese students' humility and the self-assertion required by top schools in the UK and the U.S. to help students develop a competitive mindset.

Event Details

Special Session: Admission Strategies for the Top 50 Universities

• - Date: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
• - Time: 14:00 – 16:30 (Doors open at 13:30)
• - Venue: Vision Center Tamachi 404
• - Address: 5-31-19 Shiba, Minato, Tokyo, Japan, 4th Floor, Round Cross Tamachi
• - Access: 2-minute walk from Tamachi Station (Mita Exit) or 1-minute from Mita Station (A3 Exit)
• - Participation Limit: 50 groups (Pre-registration required, first-come-first-served)
• - Languages Used: English and Chinese (Japanese support available upon request)
• - Fee: Free
• - Registration: Please register via the dedicated form.

Join us to equip yourself with the strategies that could potentially pave your way to the world’s best universities!