Leland+ Content Library

School-Specific Advice

Applying to a specific school? Get the inside scoop from our top coaches, with tips and strategies tailored to your target programs.

Strategies for GRE Text Completion

Crack the GRE Text Completion section! Learn proven strategies and expert tips to boost your vocabulary, find the right answers, and maximize your score.

Supplementary Letters

Stand out from the crowd. Learn when and how to submit a compelling supplementary letter to strengthen your grad school application.

Introduction to The Wharton TBD

Learn the basics of the Wharton TBD interview from a seasoned interviewer.

What is a College List?

An overview of the college list, including its purpose in the application process and a breakdown of the three main categories: safety, target, and reach schools.

Intro to MBA Application Interviews + Interview Odds

So you got an interview invite. Now what? Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and what your chances of acceptance are after the interview.

Roseman University Statement of Purpose

A detailed breakdown of a statement of purpose that successfully got an applicant into Roseman University's College of Dental Medicine.

What Are You Trying to Accomplish with Your MBA Application Essays?

Move beyond the basics. Learn how to craft MBA application essays that tell your unique story and prove you belong at your dream school.

How to Collect Feedback and Polish Your Essays

Learn how to get the right feedback on your essays to make them shine! We share expert tips for editing and polishing your writing.

Why is the Personal Statement Important?

An overview of why the personal statement is a critical part of your college application, with a focus on how it allows you to showcase your unique voice, personality, and personal growth.

How to Prepare and Guide Your Recommenders

Don't just ask for a recommendation—guide your recommenders to write a powerful letter. Learn how to prepare them to help you get accepted.

Guide to the McKinsey Interviewer-Led Case

Master the McKinsey case interview format. This guide covers what interviewers look for in problem-solving, personal impact, and leadership skills.

LEK Consulting MBA Internship Example Cover Letter: US Sample

Review a sample cover letter for an MBA internship at LEK Consulting in the US. Learn how to tailor your letter to stand out for top consulting roles.

L.E.K. Cover Letter Example – From Urban Education to Private Equity Consulting

A first-year MBA’s cover letter emphasizing leadership in large-scale school reform, interest in L.E.K.’s fast-paced PE work, and a desire to contribute strategic thinking and team management skills to client engagements.

Salary Negotiation Scripts That Get You Higher Offers

Learn the exact scripts and strategies to use when negotiating your salary and get the compensation you deserve.

How to Land Your Dream Job: Essential Career Strategies

Unlock key strategies to advance your career and secure your dream role. Perfect for ambitious professionals and students!

Guide to the McKinsey Personal Experience Interview (PEI)

This guide breaks down the McKinsey Personal Experience Interview (PEI) and provides a framework for structuring your stories. Learn how to prepare for the five key leadership dimensions and ace your interview.

Build Your Best Resume: General Resume Example

See a clear, effective general resume example. Learn how to structure your experience and skills for any job application.

An Example of a Latham & Watkins Cover Letter for Emerging Companies Practice

This cover letter connects a background in entrepreneurship and clean energy to a firm's forward-looking practice in emerging companies.

Deferred MBA Planning - Preparing for a Successful Application

Watch an event with Leland CEO, John K., where he walks through the components of and timeline for deferred MBA applications.