Is the IB Really the Right Fit for Your Child’s Path to Top Universities?

Hi, I’m Lyn Han, Senior US Strategy Consultant at Crimson Education and a graduate of the University of Chicago. I've worked in university admissions — both as an interviewer and on the admissions team — and guided students to top universities like Stanford, Princeton, UPenn, Cornell, Oxford and more.

Over the years, I’ve noticed that many families assume the IB is the “gold standard” — until they realize it can actually make it harder for students to stand out. Between managing TOK, EE, and CAS, taking six subjects (even irrelevant ones), and navigating the restrictive 7-point grading system, the IB often rewards breadth over depth — the opposite of what many top universities value.

🔑 In this pre-recorded webinar, I’ll reveal:

✅ Why IB students face hidden disadvantages when it comes to elite university admissions

✅ What top US and UK universities really want to see in applicants

✅ Smarter, more efficient alternatives — like A Levels and AP — that allow students to specialize, shine, and get ahead

The IB isn’t one-size-fits-all. Join me to discover if your child’s path could be sharper, simpler, and more strategic.