Courtney Bland

Hi, I'm Courtney! I'm currently pursing my MBA at NYU Stern and am a graduate of Duke University where I studied Mechanical Engineering and Finance. I also spent two years at Bank of America as an equity derivatives trader, giving me a unique analytical perspective on admissions and recruiting. As an alumni admissions interviewer for Duke, and having gone through both the undergraduate and business school admissions process, I have gained a multitude of experience writing application essays, perfecting resumes, and preparing for interviews. After spending years advising friends and family throughout these processes, I am thrilled to use my expertise to help even more students navigate the overwhelming process. I also handled the intimidating process of gaining admission to Duke after being deferred, so I am more than happy to guide through the waitlist/deferral process. Let’s start shaping an application that powerfully showcases your strengths, interests, and aspirations to get you into your dream schools!