Leland+ Content Library

Michigan Ross Essays

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

Columbia Sample Essay - PPIL

PPIL essay response for successful admit application.

DIY Your Stand-Out Summer Program or Project that Colleges Notice

Can't afford fancy summer programs? Didn’t get around to applying to summer programs? No problem! Create a summer experience that turns heads in admissions offices ands fuels your personal interests. This workshop reveals how to design and execute impressive self-directed summer projects that both strengthen college applications and deepen your unique interests. Learn how to transform curiosity into meaningful action without expensive programs. Perfect for ambitious high schoolers seeking authentic growth opportunities that naturally translate to applications that shine.

Coffee Chat/Networking Tracker

This simple tracker helps you to stay organized with all your coffee chats.

Georgetown-Specific Essay Example

I selected this from a list of prompts to write this essay.

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.

MBA Recommendation Letter Example

MBA Recommendation Letter Example for M7 Admitted Applicant

Develop Your Plan of Attack: Breaking 705 on the GMAT

Crushing the GMAT isn’t about memorizing facts—it’s about sharpening logic, mastering time pressure, and building test-day readiness. In this session, we’ll walk through how to practice effectively, which prep resources to trust, how to simulate the real exam environment, and how to craft a weekly study plan that builds stamina and precision. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap to cross the 705 threshold with confidence.

Example Harvard MBA Essay - Career Aspirations

This example essay for Harvard Business School answers the "Briefly tell us more about your career aspirations" prompt and focuses on goals to be a cross-cultural leader.

Decoding the GMAT FE: What You Need to Know Before You Register

Thinking about business school? The new GMAT Focus Edition is here—shorter, smarter, and designed to highlight the skills that matter most in today's data-driven business world. Whether you're transitioning from the classic GMAT or comparing it to the GRE, this session breaks down everything you need to know: from exam structure and section strategies to scoring and test-day logistics. Join us to get insider tips, practice problems, and the confidence to plan your prep—and your future—effectively.

Ask. Me. Anything. AMA with a Former Stanford Admissions Officer

Join me for an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session to get answers to your college admissions questions. I'm Isamar, a former Stanford Admissions Officer, a Harvard grad, proud first-generation college graduate, and an experienced college admissions coach. With years working with students from all backgrounds, including US-based, international, and first-generation applicants, I'm here to help you navigate the college admissions process. My goal is to provide thoughtful, empathetic, and strategic guidance. Whether you're a high school student or parent, don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a seasoned professional.

McKinsey Full-time Business Analyst Cover Letter

Cover Letter used to successfully secure interview & receive offer for McKinsey Business Analyst interview

MBA Application Process: Questions to Ask

A list of questions to ask during your interview–or a chat with students/alumni–when going through the MBA application process to help you standout

CASPer Tips for Dental School

The CASPer (Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics) is a situational judgment test (SJT) used by many dental schools

How-To Industry Deep Dive

Get the inside scoop on your target industry! Learn how to conduct expert-level research for job applications, career changes, and more.

Amazon Interview Prep: What You Need to Know to Succeed

You will get practical tips on what to do in days and weeks leading up to an Amazon behavioral interview. I am a professional coach and I worked at Amazon for 4 years. During that time I interviewed dozens of people. I myself went through several interview loops.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application

Join Indrani as she goes over her top 5 tips to help you put your best foot forward as you apply to law school! A great law school application requires research, authenticity and hard work, and Indrani will help you strategize. She will go over the importance of the LSAT, putting together a thoughtful school list, who should submit letters of recommendation, how to go about writing your essays and the optimal timeline for getting it all done!

Standout Personal Statement Example

See how to write a compelling personal statement that showcases your unique story, highlights your strengths, and gets you accepted to your dream program!

BCG Cover Letter | Post-MBA/Experienced Consultant

Cover letter for acceptance into BCG (Consultant)

Crafting the Perfect MBA Resume

​Join Leland coach Betsy M. (Former Resume Coach for Stanford GSB Career Management Center) for a hands-on workshop on Crafting the Perfect MBA Resume—a crucial step in standing out during the business school admissions process. In this session, Betsy will break down exactly what top MBA programs are looking for, how to translate your work experience into impact-driven bullet points, and how to tailor your resume specifically for admissions (not just job hunting). ​Whether you're starting from scratch or revising a draft, you'll leave with clear takeaways and expert guidance to elevate your MBA resume to the next level.