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Deciding Anecdotes for HBS Essays

With the new HBS essays, many candidates wonder "how do I decide what stories to tell for what essay?". This guide will walk you through the answer.

Michigan Ross Essays

These essays are from a successful candidate who was admitted to Ross.

Questions to Ask Alumni and Current Students

This document outlines twenty questions you can ask alumni and current students to learn more about MBA programs.

Comprehensive Guide to Dental Specialties

A comprehensive guide to dental specialties.

Darden MBA Example Essay 1: Inclusivity at Darden

A successful example of a Darden Essay Prompt 1 response on creating an inclusive environment at Darden, which secured the applicant’s acceptance.

Crafting a Cover Letter for BCG

See how this successful cover letter from a student at Ivey Business School helped them land an Associate position at a top firm like BCG.

Dental School Reapplicant Strategy Guide

This guide offers basic advice for a reapplicant to build on, including the importance of seeking reliable advising.

Sample Cover Letter - Product Manager

Cover Letter focused on how mission and the particular role align with previous experience. Pulling in how to add value to the organization.

Medical School Reapplicant Strategy Guide

Tips for reapplicants to medical school.

Intermediate Practice LBO Model

This case practice model is designed to assist lateral analysts targeting roles at middle-market private equity and investment banking firms.

Darden MBA Example Essay 2: Post-MBA Goals

A successful example of a Darden Essay Prompt 2 response on short and long-term post-MBA goals, which secured the applicant’s acceptance to Darden.

Nurse Practitioner vs. Physician Assistant

Basics differences between these similar paths.

Do vs MD - What is the Difference?

A look at osteopathic medicine vs allopathic medicine

BCG Resume

See this example of a compelling resume that landed a spot at a top consulting firm - BCG. This example from a successful applicant shows how to structure your experience and stand out.

Columbia Sample Essay - Favorite Book

Favorite book essay for successful admit application to CBS.

Stern Essay - Pick 6

Successful admit application essay

Need Based Scholarship Essay Response

Need Based Scholarship Essay Response (successful in 50% scholarship)

Stern Essay - Change It

Successful admit application essay

Columbia Business School Application Essay Example

Career Goals Application Essay for successful admission into program.

Columbia Sample Essay - PPIL

PPIL essay response for successful admit application.