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Package Description:
This package is designed for applicants who want to write compelling, authentic essays that elevate their Master’s program applications. Whether you're just starting to brainstorm or refining final drafts, this package provides expert guidance to help your story stand out. You’ll partner with a Leland coach to clarify your narrative, highlight your strengths, and shape essays that resonate with admissions committees. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Kickoff & Planning: Discuss your background, goals, and experiences to lay the groundwork for essays that align with your personal and professional journey. - Application Strategy: Identify key strengths and differentiators to emphasize across your materials, creating a cohesive and standout application. - Essay Brainstorming: Explore themes and storylines with your coach to uncover authentic, impactful narratives. - Essay Development: Write and shape essays that clearly convey your fit for the program and reflect your unique voice and aspirations. - Essay Refinement: Receive detailed feedback and edits to polish your essays for clarity, cohesion, and confidence at submission. This package is ideal for applicants who want to craft essays that are powerful, purposeful, and fully aligned with their goals.
What you'll get from this package
Compelling essays that are differentiated, personalized, and thoughtful — tailored to each school you decide to apply to
A deeper understanding of who you are, what impact you plan to have on the world, and why different programs should care
An outline and several drafts of essays that get you closer to the final polished version that will stand out to admissions teams
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Services included:
Editing
Essays
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Joined March 2026
5.0
Former Columbia Admissions Director | Elevate Your Application
I’ve spent several years working in graduate admissions across multiple schools within Columbia University, and I’m genuinely passionate about helping people navigate this process with clarity and confidence. Over time, I’ve evaluated thousands of applications across highly competitive programs—including Engineering, Public Administration, and International Affairs—so I understand both the big picture and the small details that truly matter. Through that experience, I’ve developed a strong eye for what makes an applicant stand out and how to position each piece of an application strategically. I know the nuances—what admissions committees are really paying attention to, where applicants can strengthen their story, and how to avoid common missteps. I’m here to demystify the graduate admissions process and help you approach it in a way that feels informed, intentional, and aligned with your goals. My goal is to give you both the insight and the confidence to put your strongest application forward.
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5h+ of coaching