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Stanford MBA Recommendation – Strategy Consultant

A compelling endorsement of the applicant's analytical rigor, leadership, and growth mindset—written by a colleague on a high-stakes strategy project.

The Stanford MBA Recommendation That Got Me In

A deep dive into a real, successful Stanford MBA recommendation letter. See what makes an application stand out!

Example HBS Essays from an Applicant with a Rural Background

See how this successful HBS applicant tells the story of their rural upbringing and passion for improving education.

How To Fund Dental School

Professional school costs can be daunting. Review options including federal loans, scholarships and loan fogiveness programs.

Medical School Funding Guide

Professional school costs can be daunting. Review options including federal loans, scholarships and loan forgiveness programs.

Successful Bain Resume (Associate Consultant Offer)

Real resume from a Bain applicant who received an offer.

Kellogg Admissions Essay Example - Growth Prompt

See this essay example for an admitted student, MMM Program 2018, awarded full ride.

Kellogg Admissions Essay Example - Why MMM Prompt

See this essay example for an admitted student, MMM Program 2018, awarded full ride.

HBS Admit | New 2025 Set of 3 Essay Examples | Redacted

Check out a strong HBS essay from a successful applicant who will be matriculating in 2025.

Example Holland and Knight BigLaw Cover Letter - Summer Associate

See a cover letter that highlights a professional background in legal research and policy analysis, resulting in a summer associate role

2025 Life Sciences Casebook

First ever management consulting casebook containing 10+ medium/hard cases focusing on life sciences/healthcare/biotech.

Standout BigLaw Cover Letter

Read a compelling cover letter for a summer associate position that leverages the author's professional background in legal research and cross-border projects.

TOEFL Speaking Guide

A full guide to the speaking section on TOEFL iBT

Recruiter-Approved, ATS-Proof Resume Template

Use this resume example as a template of how to convey your impact and transferrable skills for your applications.

Resume that got all 3 MBB offers

Resume a candidate used as a PhD student in the sciences to apply and get offers at all 3 MBBs and 2 Tier 2 firms

Example of a First-Year Law Student's Resume: A Roadmap to Success

See how a student with diverse experiences in legal research, policy, and cross-border projects crafts a standout resume for BigLaw.

Identify Transferrable Skills for Career Pivots

Are you ready to unlock your potential and discover your "why"? Checkout a 5 steps 'Career Navigation Hack' to your dream role!

Cutting Carbs Case Interview

Crack the cutting carbs case. This intermediate-level, candidate-led case challenges you to evaluate a new product launch.

The Amy Approach: Navigating the Grad School Search

Graduate school is an exciting opportunity to deepen your knowledge, build your expertise, and shape your career path. This guide breaks the process down into clear, manageable steps.

The Amy Approach: What Parents Need to Know About the College Search Process

A guide to help parents help with the college-search process