Abigail H. | Leland

Abigail H.

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College Admissions Expert - Perfect for Low-Middle -Income, BIPOC App

Studied at Harvard Business School

Works at PwC

Available today at 9:00 PM UTC

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Abigail's Coaching Offerings

Get Into Your Dream College — Complete Package

Expert help on your applications, including essays, activities, and more

Starting at $2,00020h+ of coaching

Write Powerful College Essays

Expert help to brainstorm, draft, and polish winning college essays

Starting at $3605h+ of coaching

Complete UC Application Support

Expert help on your UC applications to make you stand out.

Starting at $70010h+ of coaching

Custom hourly

Get help with Financial Aid & Scholarships, Editing, and .

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Abigail’s free events & group classes

Go to College for Free: Understanding FAFSA, Scholarships, etc

Tue, Aug 12 from 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM UTC

Abigail’s College Qualifications

20+ people coached for College

Abigail has helped clients get into these schools:

As a college admissions coach, I specialize in helping students from everyday backgrounds craft standout applications that unlock doors to top-tier universities, often with incredible scholarships. I’ve guided students through every step of the process, from strategic course planning and letter of recommendation strategy to powerful, authentic essay writing that speaks directly to what admissions officers want to see. My students have been admitted to UC schools, USC, elite private liberal arts colleges, and Ivy League institutions, many attending for a fraction of the sticker price. I believe that great outcomes don’t require perfect resumes or expensive consultants, just smart strategy, clear storytelling, and someone in your corner who’s done it before.

Abigail can help with:

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Editing

Recommendations

Interviews

School Selection

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

Essays

Resume

Abigail also coaches for MBA and Career Coaching. View all.

About Abigail

An MBA admissions coach who’s been in your shoes and knows how to help you stand out. I was accepted into Harvard Business School’s 2+2 Deferred MBA Program, Columbia Business School’s Deferred Enrollment Program, and Yale’s Silver Scholars Program. I earned a 331 on the GRE and graduated with honors in Economics and Psychology from a small liberal arts college. Today, I work at PwC on the AI Strategy team under the Chief AI Officer, and I’ve helped applicants from diverse backgrounds tell powerful, authentic stories that get results. Whether you're a traditional applicant or come from a non-traditional background, I can help you craft a compelling narrative, perfect your resume, and approach interviews with confidence. I’ve supported candidates with everything from overcoming low GPAs to positioning entrepreneurial ventures — and I’d love to do the same for you.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I know how overwhelming and opaque the MBA admissions process can feel — especially when you don’t come from a “typical” background. When I was applying, I didn’t know anyone in my personal network who had gone through the process before. What made the difference for me was the mentorship I received from people who believed in me, helped me find my voice, and pushed me to aim higher. I wouldn’t be where I am today — accepted to HBS 2+2, Columbia’s Deferred Enrollment Program, and Yale Silver Scholars — without their guidance. Coaching is my way of paying it forward. I’ve been in your shoes: second-guessing my story, revising my essays for the tenth time, and wondering if I was “enough.” I coach to demystify the process and help applicants tell their story with clarity and confidence. Whether you're a non-traditional candidate, a first-gen student, or someone pivoting industries, I’m here to be the coach I wish I had even earlier in the process.