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Personal Statement 1: Example & Analysis
A detailed breakdown and analysis of a successful personal statement, with an explanation of its key components and a guide to crafting your own.
Extracurriculars: What Not to Do
Avoid the most common mistakes students make when listing their extracurriculars and learn how to create a compelling narrative that showcases your impact.
Why Are Interviews Important?
An overview of why interviews are a critical part of the admissions process, with a focus on what colleges are looking for and how you can make a memorable impression.
The Deferral Strategy
A step-by-step guide on what to do after being deferred from a college, with strategies for crafting a compelling Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) and demonstrating your continued commitment to the school.
How to Elevate Your Writing
Learn proven strategies to elevate your writing from good to great, with tips on style, voice, and editing for a memorable application essay.
Are You Ready to Submit?
A final checklist to ensure your application is polished, complete, and ready for submission to your dream school or program.
Additional Info Essay: An Overview
A comprehensive guide to the "additional information" essay, with tips and examples for turning your weaknesses into strengths.
Personal Statement - Medicine as a Catalyst for Growth and Connection
From a family tragedy to a volunteer experience in underserved communities, this personal statement tells the story of pursuing medicine for social good.
How to Prioritize Your Awards & Honors
Learn how to strategically prioritize your awards and honors on your application to make the strongest impression on admissions committees and stand out from the competition.
"Why Our School?": Program Question Guide
A comprehensive guide to answering the "Why our school?" question by focusing on specific programs, research opportunities, and academic offerings that align with your unique goals and interests.
Tips for Success: Navigating MBA Letters of Recommendation
MBA letters of recommendation! Who do I ask for a letter of recommendation? How do I make a successful recommender packet? When is the right time to ask recommenders? How do I ask? How do I ensure my recommender writes a winning recommendation? If any of these questions have crossed your mind and you're applying to top MBA programs like Stanford GSB, Harvard Business School, and Wharton, join this event to learn what it takes to obtain the best letters from your recommenders. Your host for this session is Angela C.! With extensive experience coaching applicants into top MBA and dual-degree MBA/MPP programs (including Stanford GSB, Harvard Business School, Wharton, and MIT Sloan), Angela understands what it takes to stand out. Her clients have successfully pivoted careers, secured scholarships, and been admitted to highly competitive programs.
GMAT Quant Workshop: Divisibility & Algebra
Ace the GMAT Quant section! We'll cover essential concepts like divisibility, number properties, arithmetic, and algebra to boost your score.
The U-Substitution Strategy for the GMAT and GRE
Simplify complex equations for the GMAT and GRE. Learn the powerful U-substitution technique to solve problems faster and more accurately.
Women in MBA Panel
Join us for an exclusive Office Hours session with former MBA Admissions Committee members and top admissions experts! This is your chance to get insider advice on the MBA application process—directly from those who used to make the decisions. Learn how to craft a compelling narrative, avoid common pitfalls, and stand out in competitive applicant pools. Whether you're just starting your MBA journey or putting the finishing touches on your application, our panelists are here to answer all your questions. Meet our panelists: Faisal K., Chicago Booth MBA, Chicago Booth Admissions Office, coached 100+ M7 admits, 15 years of experience aiding US and international applicants translate their rich global experiences into compelling, relevant, and memorable applications.
Who to Ask & What to Write About
A comprehensive guide on identifying the best people to ask for letters of recommendation and a step-by-step process for choosing a compelling essay topic that highlights your unique story.
Direct Outreach Template for Networking
Stop sending cold emails that get ignored. Learn how to write effective outreach templates that get responses and land you opportunities.
Technical Program Manager: The On-site Take-Home
Land a Technical Program Manager job! Practice working through this real take-home assignment, showing you how to demonstrate program management and communication skills.
GMAT Quant Workshop: Ratios & Mixtures
Master ratios, fractions, decimals, and mixtures for the GMAT Quant section. This workshop gives you the tools to solve complex problems quickly and accurately.
Why Duke Law? An Essay on Entrepreneurship
This essay connects past entrepreneurial ventures and a passion for interdisciplinary studies to make a powerful case for joining Duke Law's unique program.
Wells Fargo Investment Banking Resume
See a real-world investment banking resume and learn what it takes to land a top finance job.
