Saint John’s College student accepted into three Ivy League universities
For high school learners with dreams of studying at a top university abroad, a St John’s College learner’s portfolio provides a template for success.
A Saint John’s College learner who graduated at the beginning of the year has secured admission to three Ivy League universities.
Eighteen-year-old Eli Osei built an impressive list of extracurricular activities and awards throughout his school career to ensure he stood out to Ivy League admissions counsellors. A creative at heart, Eli is looking forward to pursuing his passion for writing, African cinema, and creating art at one of the world’s top tertiary institutions.
“Waking up on Ivy day, which is when all the Ivy League schools release their admissions decisions online, to find out that I’d been accepted to all my top choices was an incredibly gratifying experience. It’s been a long journey and the fact that it’s paid off is a testament to the continuous support of my family, friends, teachers, and mentors,” said Eli.
In 2020, he co-founded Ukuzibuza, (meaning ‘to ask oneself’), an online platform that aims to provide a platform for young people’s thoughts, opinions and commentary.
Eli has racked up an impressive number of national and international awards during his school career. “Top American universities look for students who demonstrate academic potential and are intellectually curious, passionate, and innovative. The volume and depth of Eli’s extracurriculars highlight his expertise and commitment to his areas of interest, as well as his impact on the community around him,” said Rebecca Pretorius, country manager at global mentorship company Crimson Education, who assisted Eli with his candidacy development and application process to his chosen universities.
Once Eli decides on which university to attend, he’ll head to the United States for the 2022 academic year, which kicks off in August. “My advice to other students wanting to study overseas is to remain hopeful and humble. The application process is as taxing as it is rewarding, so it’s important to both keep perspective and takes care of oneself throughout,” he said.
Details: For more information, visit www.crimsoneducation.org/za
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