Journeys of Excellence – 2

Growth & Success Stories from Students Admitted to Harvard, Princeton and Stanford

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
7:30pm - 9pm

This seminar is held in English.

April Cao - web autotuned v2
Christopher Li - web autotuned v2
Ronan Zhong - web autotuned v2

Meritus Academy will host an online seminar on August 12 — Journeys of Excellence: Growth & Success Stories from Students Admitted to Harvard, Stanford, and Yale”

 

We are delighted to invite three outstanding students to share their valuable experiences and insights from applying to top universities in the U.S. They will present their unique strengths and growth stories from different perspectives. They are:

 

  • April Cao:Stanford University
  • Christoph Li:Harvard University
  • Ronan Zhong:Princeton University

 

On June 20 this year, Meritus Academy successfully held a Peer Inspiration seminar, inviting seven students to share their successful experiences in applying to top U.S. and U.K. universities (click here for details).

 

According to our latest tally, 22 Meritus Academy students have been admitted to top U.S. and U.K. universities this year (click here for details). These successful students benefited from the experiences shared by previous Meritus graduates and are now passing that inspiration forward.

 

Every outstanding student follows a unique path of growth shaped by admirable qualities. While no two success stories are the same, they all share a strong sense of purpose, perseverance in the face of challenges, and the courage to continually push beyond their limits. These are the qualities that have earned them the recognition of the world’s most prestigious universities and led them to the universities they had dreamed of attending.

 

The meaning of education has never been to provide standard answers, but to inspire the way forward for our students.

Topics to Be Covered

Academic Growth & Learning Strategies 

  • How to develop effective study habits
  • How to improve learning productivity
  • How to balance schoolwork and extracurricular activities
  • How to manage pressure and overcome challenges

Competitions & Academic Exploration 

  • Why participate in academic competitions
  • How to choose competitions that fit your interests and strengths
  • How to plan a long-term academic development pathway

Extracurricular Activities & Leadership Development 

  • How to discover your passions
  • How to build meaningful projects and activities
  • How to develop leadership skills and social impact

University Application Experience 

  • What top universities look for in applicants
  • How to highlight your unique personal profile
  • Personal statement writing and interview preparation

Interactive Q&A Session 

  • Parents and students will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the speakers.

Event Information

  • Date: Wednesday, August 12
  • Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Format: Live Zoom
  • Fee: $15.00 per person

We welcome parents and students to join these outstanding students. Hear their stories to gain inspiration and plan for your own future.

 

We look forward to seeing everyone at the seminar!