
Kashif Malik
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Former Georgetown Admissions Staff | Master Your Grad School Entry
Studied at University of Cincinnati
Admissions Committee at University of Cincinnati
Available Wednesday at 9:00 PM UTC
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Kashif's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $50/hr
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Kashif’s Master’s Programs Qualifications
I know how overwhelming the graduate school process can feel — because I've spent years on the inside watching talented people struggle to tell their story in a way that truly lands. Having worked in admissions at Georgetown University, the University of Cincinnati, and George Washington University, I've sat across from hundreds of applicants and reviewed thousands of applications. That experience gave me a deep understanding of what committees are genuinely looking for, and more importantly, how to help you present your best self with confidence. My goal has always been to make this process feel less intimidating and more empowering for each student I meet with What drives me is seeing people get into programs they once thought were out of reach. As a current MBA student myself, I haven't forgotten what it's like to be on your side of the process — the self-doubt, the late nights, the endless second-guessing. I've helped students navigate tight deadlines, sharpen their personal statements, and build strategies that resulted in students enrolling in their dream programs. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all advice, because your story is unique and deserves to be told that way. When you work with me, you're getting someone who genuinely cares about where you're headed and will be with you every step of the way.
Kashif can help with:
Letters of Recommendation
Essays
Secondary Review
Application Strategy
Resume
General Exploration
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Interviews
Editing
Waitlist Strategy
School Selection
About Kashif
With over five years of experience in graduate admissions at institutions like Georgetown University and the University of Cincinnati, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to build a competitive MBA application. As a Former Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions at Georgetown, I personally reviewed hundreds of applications and developed recruitment strategies that drove significant enrollment growth. My experience with the entire admissions process, from application review to prospective student advising, gives me a unique perspective to the application process. My passion lies in helping ambitious professionals navigate one of the most important decisions of their careers. Whether you're crafting your personal statement, preparing for interviews, or mapping out your application strategy, I bring the same student-centered approach that allowed me to achieve my #1 MBA program as a student. I know what admissions committees are looking for because I was one of them and I'm here to make sure your application reflects your full potential.
Why do I coach?
My journey into application coaching began with rejection. When I was denied from the first undergraduate school I applied to, I was left confused, discouraged, and without a clear understanding of why or what to do next. That experience taught me firsthand how overwhelming and isolating the application process can feel, and how the lack of the right guidance can stand between you and your dream school. It became my mission to ensure that no one else had to navigate that process alone or uninformed. As I pursued my own graduate education, I was fortunate to have mentors who invested in me, shared their knowledge, and helped me put my best foot forward in my master's applications. That guidance changed the trajectory of my life, and I want to pay it forward. I now have both the personal and professional experience to give my clients what I once needed most: honest, informed, and compassionate guidance that turns a daunting process into a confident one.
Work Experience

Senior Admissions Counselor
University of Cincinnati
November 2023 - December 2025
Admissions Committee

Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions
Georgetown University
January 2022 - November 2023
Admissions Committee

Operations Coordinator
The George Washington University
August 2020 - December 2021
Admissions Committee
Education

University of Cincinnati
MBA, Data Analytics
2024 - 2026

George Washington University
Masters Degree, Higher Education Administration
2020 - 2022

Temple University
Bachelors Degree, Information Systems
2015 - 2019
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Overall Rating
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