MBA Waitlist Strategy

MBA Waitlist Strategy

Offered by Horatiu S.

5.0

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MBA Admissions Strategist w/ 100% Success Rate | Kellogg MBA

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Studied at Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern)

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Package Description:

A waitlist decision isn’t a rejection—it’s an invitation to make your case one more time. Admissions committees placed you there because they see potential; the question is how to keep that momentum alive and give them the reasons they need to move you off the list. I’ve guided clients through waitlists at programs across the M7 and beyond, and I know precisely what these committees are looking for in the weeks and months after the initial decision: genuine updates that move the needle, communication that reinforces your fit without overstepping, and a strategic posture that signals both continued interest and self-awareness. Getting this right requires the same level of craft and intentionality as the original application—and the same quality of guidance. This package is designed for applicants who have been waitlisted and want to approach the next phase with a clear plan, not just hope. Together, we’ll assess where your application stands, identify the most compelling updates you can make, and craft every piece of communication with precision and purpose. • Full waitlist application review: a candid, detailed assessment of your original application—identifying gaps, strengths, and the specific areas most worth addressing • Strategic action plan: a clear, prioritized roadmap for the weeks ahead, tailored to the school’s waitlist norms and your unique profile • Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI): drafting and editing of a compelling LOCI that strikes the right tone—enthusiastic, substantive, and never desperate • Waitlist updates: guidance on what updates are worth sending, when to send them, and how to frame new achievements, experiences, or information for maximum impact • Ongoing support: continued counsel and communication support through to a final decision, so you’re never navigating this alone The waitlist is not the end of the road. With the right strategy and the right support, it’s one more chance to make your case—and I’m here to help you make it well.


What you'll get from this package

• A clear-eyed read on your application: an honest assessment of where you stand and what’s genuinely movable

• A tailored action plan: specific, prioritized steps—not generic advice—grounded in how top programs actually evaluate waitlisted candidates

• A polished LOCI: a letter that reinforces your fit, communicates genuine enthusiasm, and gives the committee something new to work with

• Compelling waitlist updates: carefully crafted communications that keep you visible and relevant without overplaying your hand

• Confidence and clarity: you’ll know exactly what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and what to expect—so you can stay focused rather than anxious


Additional details

Coaching delivered via live sessions.

Refund Policy

Services included:

Editing

Interviews

Ding Analysis

Waitlist Strategy

Secondary Review

Application Strategy

General Exploration

Supplementary Materials


Horatiu S.

Offered by Horatiu S.

Joined February 2025

5.0

MBA Admissions Strategist w/ 100% Success Rate | Kellogg MBA

With over twenty years of multifaceted professional and MBA admissions consulting experience, I bring a perspective that most consultants simply can’t replicate. My career has taken me from Deloitte’s Strategy & Operations practice and Samsung’s Global Strategy Group in Seoul to the operating teams of multiple tech startups and the halls of higher education, where I have coached MBA candidates at UCLA Anderson and USC Marshall. I understand what admissions committees at top programs are looking for, because I’ve lived the kinds of careers they want to see and I know how to help you frame your story in the most compelling way possible. My commitment is to help you articulate your unique story and personal brand in an authentic and engaging way. I ensure that every aspect of your application, from essays and resumes to recommendations and interviews, reflects your full potential. Whether you need comprehensive end-to-end guidance or targeted assistance with a specific component, I provide honest, actionable feedback and individualized hands-on support. I work with a select group of clients each cycle—to give each engagement the attention it deserves and ensure that no one gets lost in the shuffle. The results speak for themselves: ➤ 100% of clients receive 2 or more offers of admission ➤ 90% of clients admitted to 2 or more M7 programs ➤ Clients admitted to HBS, Stanford GSB, Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, MIT Sloan, CBS, Berkeley Haas, NYU Stern, Yale SOM, Fuqua, and Tuck I hold an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a BA from Swarthmore College.

Coaches professionally

60+ people coached for MBA

$1,350

3h–5h of coaching

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