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How to Get Into a Top Law School Panel

Dreaming about getting into a top law school? Join the Leland team for this FREE event to learn admissions process best practices and exclusive insights from Indrani S. (Former Admissions at Stanford Law), Teddy U. (University of Michigan Law School, and Liz C. (Former Admissions at University of Houston Law). ​Our coaches will share key tips and tactical strategies to help you shine in your applications. If you are interested in applying to law schools, have questions about the process, or just want to receive valuable insight, join us.

Ask Me Anything: Entrepreneurship and Startups

Join us for an open Q&A with Rohit A., an experienced founder, startup advisor, and investor. Rohit will share candid insights from his journey building and scaling ventures, navigating fundraising, and working with early-stage teams. ​Whether you’re just exploring entrepreneurship or already building your own company, this is your chance to get personalized advice on topics like ideation, product-market fit, fundraising, hiring, and more. Bring your questions — no topic is off-limits.

Activity List for the Common App [Prep Template]

Activity List for the Common App [Prep Template]

The Amy Approach: Grad Student Budget Worksheet

A fillable worksheet to help track your expenses for grad school.

A Leader’s Interview Playbook (90+ Questions)

Unlock your competitive edge and build your confidence with 90+ questions from senior recruiters at FAANG companies.

10 Must Haves to Land Multiple M7 Admission Calls

​Maximize your chances of M7 acceptance! In this powerful session, expert coach Timothy F., a Chicago Booth alum who has guided over 100 MBA applicants into every M7 school, will use his years of MBA admissions experience to unveil the 10 key ingredients for a standout application. Timothy's expertise includes extensive admissions committee experience and a unique ability to coach applicants from non-traditional backgrounds. Increase your odds of landing multiple acceptance letters and securing your future at a top business school like HBS, GSB, Booth, or CBS.

McKinsey BA Intern Cover Letter

Cover Letter used to successfully secure interview for McKinsey Business Analyst internship interview

UC Application Power Workshop: Maximize Your Essays + Activities List

Join expert college admissions coach Hillary H. for an engaging UC Essay & Activities Workshop designed to help students craft compelling and authentic responses to the University of California Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) and maximize the impact of their Activities & Awards List. In this session, we’ll explore how to choose the right prompts to showcase your strengths, align your writing with UC’s 13 Comprehensive Review Factors, and present a cohesive, well-rounded application. ​Students will learn how to write with clarity and purpose, make their four essays distinct yet connected, and elevate the activities section to support their narrative. Whether you're just getting started or refining your drafts, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to write with impact.

Elevate Your Common App: Craft a Powerful Activities List

Are you applying to college and nervous about how to talk about your activities? Join Isamar, a former Stanford Admissions Officer, for this live workshop focused on helping you highlight your story through your activities list. This workshop will help you craft a powerful Common App activities list that showcases your unique interests and accomplishments beyond superficial activity descriptions. Learn 3 strategies to ensure that your application makes a compelling impression on admissions committees, captures your essence, and maximizes your chances of standing out in the admissions process. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your application! Who is leading the workshop? As a former Assistant Director of Admissions at Stanford, Isamar personally reviewed over 7,000 applications. As an admissions consultant, she coached students to gain admission to universities like Yale, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, Georgia Tech, UVA, Pomona, and more. She has supported both US and international students, as well as first-gen students. Isamar’s personalized, empathetic, and strategic approach ensures that your unique strengths and experiences shine through in your application. Her goal is for you to feel that you are applying as your best self, no matter where you’re applying. Isamar is a proud first-generation college graduate with a BA and EdM from Harvard, and an MBA from Oxford.

Finance Recruiting Guideline: Class of 2028

This guide includes a function glossary, recruiting timeline by industry, and networking toolkit for the Class of 2028 (Summer 2027 internships).

College Workshop: Three-Month Application Plan to Land Your Early Decision School

​Are you a high school student aiming to apply Early Decision (ED) to your top-choice U.S. university? Join Kevin P. for an interactive session that lays out a focused three‑month plan—from now to the Nov 1–15 deadlines—so you can craft a standout ED application on time and with confidence.With over a decade of experience supporting students across the world, he will guide you through the essentials—from weekly milestones and essay drafting to coordinating recommendations, understanding ED’s binding and financial implications, polishing your activities list, and building a smart backup plan for EA/RD. Topics include: ​90‑day ED timeline and task checklist (mid‑Aug → Nov 1–15): essays, supplements, testing, recommenders, and school documents ​Standing out fast: personal statement and “Why Us?” strategy, activities impact, and recommendation packets ​Readiness and backup: score strategy, financial/aid planning for ED, portal tracking, and an EA/RD contingency if ED doesn’t land

Dalberg Cover Letter - Project Manager

Example - cover letter for Dalberg project manager role

Advanced LSAT Techniques: Diagramming Formal Logic

​Ready to take your LSAT prep to the next level? Join LSAT expert Adam T. (experienced LSAT tutor with 15+ years experience) for a deep dive into formal logic! This session will cover diagramming techniques to manage complex logical relationships with confidence and accuracy.

Letters of Support Tips - 2025

Tips for Seeking Letters of Support Post-Application Submission

Ex-MBB (BCG & Dalberg) Strategy Consulting Resume

Ex-BCG and Oxford MBA Resume High-Impact Template

The Three Biggest Secrets of the GRE (that will raise your score!)

​Join Leland coach Bruce H. for our Three Biggest Secrets of the GRE event! There are three secrets of how the GRE actually works. Nobody talks about them very much but when you unlock them - they are HUGE drivers of your score. ​If you're feeling the pressure to post an elite score but you're not exactly sure what steps you need to take or exactly how how or what to study - this event will help you a lot. ​And if you feel like you've been studying but your score is stuck and you'll never break into the top percentiles - then this event is definitely for you!

Amazon Leadership Principles Interview Prep Guide

A structured worksheet to guide you in writing stories aligned with Amazon’s LPs, with tips from an ex-Amazon Sr. PM to help you excel.

Panel: Get Accepted to Your Dream College

​​​​​​Join Abigail L., Mel B., and Benito N., top Leland college admissions coaches and former admissions officers, for a panel packed with actionable advice to help you stand out in today’s competitive college landscape. We’ll cover everything from building a balanced school list and writing compelling essays to showcasing your extracurriculars and avoiding common mistakes. Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the application process, this session will give you the insights and confidence to apply strategically—and successfully. ​Let's get you into your dream school!

The Non-Technical Manager’s AI Toolkit

AI is useful when it saves time and reduces errors, not when it adds noise. In this practical session, join Noah T. (AI Product Manager @ Ergo) in this session where you’ll learn how to turn everyday work into faster, cleaner outcomes by drafting, summarizing, analyzing, and automating tasks with confidence, using simple quality checks to keep results reliable.