Navigating Ivy League & Oxbridge Admissions in 2026
University admissions are becoming increasingly competitive. Between shifting application requirements across different geographies and jurisdictions, parents and students alike are left wondering not only how to meet the baseline requirements, but how to truly stand out.
At the same time, one of the biggest challenges families face is the rising cost of higher education. According to data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), popular study-abroad destinations, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and Australia — all rank among the top 20 countries with the highest costs of education.
To help you navigate these challenges, Endowus invites parents and students to an exclusive, in-person panel discussion on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Janice Shiu, Founder of JanAces Admission, and Helena Chan, Founder & CEO of Koios Education, will share their expertise on the admissions processes for top US Ivy League universities and Oxbridge in the United Kingdom. They will provide practical, ground-level insights into what elite universities are actually looking for today, empowering you to start preparing early, strategically, and with confidence.
The session will be moderated by Steffanie Yuen, Managing Director and Head of Hong Kong at Endowus.
Exclusive In-Person Event
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 6:30-8 PM HKT (Registration starts at 6 PM)
Location: Central (Disclosed upon confirmation)
Language: English
Secure your spot by registering via the link above. Due to limited capacity, registration will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
For any inquiries, please feel free to email us at [email protected].
About the speakers
Janice Shiu, Founder & Chief Strategist, JanAces Admission
Janice Shiu is Founder and Chief Strategist at JanAces Admission, a premier Hong Kong boutique US university admissions consultancy she founded.
As a University of Pennsylvania graduate and former alumni interviewer, Janice brings authentic Ivy League insights to Hong Kong's aspiring students. Her 13-year tenure in Fortune 500 corporations has honed her ability to identify and nurture potential, translating corporate strategic excellence into educational success.
JanAces’ value beyond mere application support, on top of its structured approach on aspirational discovery, progress through strategic positioning, it is committed to developing future-ready leaders. Beyond applications, the well-being of the student and the entire family are important to long-term success. Janice’s unique methodology combines rigorous academic standards with practical hands-on strategic planning, enabling students to navigate admission journeys and beyond. This commitment to developing the individual has a proven Hong Kong consistent successful admission to Ivy League & Top 20 offers.
Janice obtained an MBA with Distinction from HKU Business School, BA from the University of Pennsylvania and a bilingual IB Diploma from Li Po Chun United World College.
Helena Chan, Founder & CEO of Koios Education
Helena is the founder of Koios Education.
She is currently a student at University College London (UCL) who has established herself as a successful education consultant. She specializes in guiding students through UK university applications, with particular expertise in Oxbridge admissions, and has built her consultancy around strategic, data‑driven coaching that empowers ambitious applicants.
Koios Education delivers 1‑to‑1 support through a peer‑led model, connecting students with current undergraduates from leading universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL, Imperial, King’s College London, and Durham. Its services include personal statement feedback, interview preparation, admissions test coaching (LNAT, TMUA, TSA), and tailored super‑curricular profile building.
The consultancy has achieved notable results: in the 2026 admissions cycle, Koios students secured eight Oxbridge offers, alongside placements at universities such as Manchester, York, UCL, and other top UK institutions. Helena has positioned Koios Education as a trusted partner for students aiming to succeed in the UK’s most competitive admissions landscape.
Steffanie Yuen, Managing Director and Head of Hong Kong, Endowus
Steffanie Yuen is the Managing Director and Head of Hong Kong at Endowus.
Before joining Endowus, Steffanie was Managing Director at Value Partners responsible for leading the Group's Direct Distribution, Marketing, Communications and Investor Relations functions, as well as other key strategic growth initiatives. Prior to Value Partners, she was the Business Development and Strategic Partnerships Director at Alibaba's fintech affiliate Ant Group, where she was responsible for driving strategic collaborations and partnerships with international financial institutions and Ant's overseas e-wallet partners, which together serves over 1.2 billion annual active users globally.
Steffanie started her career in the investment banking divisions of Deutsche Bank and Barclays in Hong Kong and holds a BS in Finance and Accounting degree from New York University’s Stern School of Business.
She was selected into the Financial Leaders Programme in 2023 organized by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and is currently a Board Director of the Fintech Association of Hong Kong. She was selected as “Women to Watch” by The Women’s Foundation and 30% Club Hong Kong Chapter in 2026.