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Adcom Insider Tip #3

How Top MBA Programs Actually Read Essays (HBS vs GSB vs Wharton vs MIT)

Writing a Holistic Set of Booth Essays (with Top Leland Coaches)

Many applicants find a way to write at least one strong essay. But those that really maximize the essay-writing process find a way to make clear how their experiences inform their goals, and develop clear narrative through-lines that make their contributions to the school and program tangible. They have a “brand”. You know what they’re all about. This event will draw from example essays written by successful U Chicago Booth admits. These essays were particularly strong in how they spoke to one another—how they created a three-dimensional applicant who top Booth AdComs could envision contributing to their community. Their professional and judiciously placed personal experience offer evidence for why they’re the kind of person who will make their specific kind of difference in the world. During this session, we'll analyze these essays alongside you so you have a clear view into how you can apply what you've learned to your own writing, and put your best application forward for Booth's top-flight MBA program.

AdCom Insider Tip #1

Why International Applicants Get Misread in the U.S. MBA Process

GMAT, GRE & English Tests

Test options, typical target scores by school tier, TOEFL vs IELTS vs Duolingo

Recommendation Letter Request: Sample & Pro Tips

See a sample recommendation letter request that gets results. Learn how to ask effectively for powerful endorsements!

Common Pitfalls in AI Writing

Checklist of common writing issues (tone drift, hallucinations, overconfidence) and how to identify and fix them.

Cambridge MBA | Application Essays

Successful admission with bursary scholarship

GMAT & GRE: Ratios and Mixtures

This is an overview of ratios and mixtures for the GMAT and GRE. Watch as this coach works through problems and see how logic and test strategy play a role in these quant questions.

Why Notre Dame? Essay

This is a successful essay for a Notre Dame undergrad applicant's "Why Notre Dame?" essay.

Financial Aid for International Students

Scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, Prodigy/MPower loans, sponsorship options

Getting into Stanford GSB

Are you aiming to secure a spot in a top MBA program? Join me, Sydney, for an insightful session on how to navigate the MBA application process and stand out among a competitive pool of applicants. As a recent MBA graduate from Stanford's Graduate School of Business and a former MBA Student Admissions Ambassador, I am passionate about guiding prospective students through this journey. During this event, we'll cover essential topics such as general exploration, essays, application strategy, recommendations, and networking strategy. Whether you're considering applying in round 2 or looking for an extra push for round 1, this session is tailored for you. Let's work together to present your authentic story and find your passion through business.

Overview of the Waitlist Process

• Visual timeline from decision release → movement → final outcomes • Key decision points: R2 admit shifts, summer yield management • Typical volume of waitlisted candidates and admit conversion rates • School-specific examples (generalized, not data-heavy) • Summary: What you can and can’t control at each stage

Resume Example: Goldman Sachs Offer

Check out this resume from a Leland customer who got a Goldman Sachs offer.

How to Increase Your GRE Quant Score by 10 Points

In this video I strive to show aspiring M7 applicants how to increase their GRE quant score by 10+ points in a 10 week period.

Business School Application Resume Example

Successful business school application resume; generated admit with full or partial scholarships to Kellogg, Ross, & Fuqua

Stanford University Admit: Letter to Rommate Example

Read a short essay that got me into Stanford based on this 2024 prompt: Virtually all of Stanford's undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate – and us – get to know you better.

Corporate Recruiter Approved STAR Interview Guide

A comprehensive guide that will ensure you are prepared for any interview question that comes your way.