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Citi Explains Role In Helping Families Plan International Education

Tom Burroughes

24 June 2026

Following the trend of wealth management intersecting with health and wellness, it seems that the same is happening with banks and educating clients’ children.

As reported in late April, Citi is partnering with education consultancies, our students are seven times more likely to be admitted to Ivy League and other elite universities globally. 

“This year, two-thirds of Singapore’s Harvard undergraduate admits were supported by Crimson,” it said. The organisation says it gives strategic advice from experts who have worked in universities themselves, helping students build a structured and effective plan from an early stage. 

 

Attendees at a Global Admissions Summit

Kundu highlighted the bank's commitment to fostering meaningful connections among its international clientele, bringing together parents to exchange their experience as they navigate the complexities of planning for their children's education. 

“We create a space where parents can come together as a community to share their insights on planning for their next generation’s growth and development. The conversations that emerge from these interactions have proven to be profoundly valuable.” he said.

“We are very positive about initial developments,” he said. The service is an example of how can provide a “holistic offering,” he added.

Selected Citigold Private Clients will enjoy a complimentary one-hour consultation, and special discounts on the full Crimson university admissions consulting programme. Onwards Education Consultancy offers a personalised profile assessment and academic guidance for international students planning to study in Singapore, including expert admissions support and tuition services.

Citigold Private Clients will receive a complimentary one-hour consultation, and special discounts on all academic programmes with Onwards Education Consultancy, the bank said. 

The struggle to get youngsters into sought-after college spots remains a major issue, as this article shows.