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Letter of Continued Interest: What to Write

Learn how to craft a powerful Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) by focusing on key components like reaffirming your commitment, providing meaningful updates, and showcasing why you are a perfect fit for the college.

Charles L.

Interviews: Storytelling & Tone

Learn how to master the art of storytelling in your interviews, using a confident and engaging tone to make a lasting impression.

Charles L.

How to Stand Out in Your Application

Learn how to differentiate your application from the competition with strategies for crafting a compelling narrative, showcasing your unique skills, and making a lasting impression.

Charles L.

How to Set Better Goals

Learn how to set more effective and achievable goals with a proven framework that will keep you motivated and on track to success.

Charles L.

Gap Year: Is It Right for You?

A comprehensive guide to the pros and cons of taking a gap year, with key questions to consider before making your decision.

Charles L.

Ask a Former Adcom: How to Get Into BYU

A former BYU admissions officer breaks down the holistic review process and shares what they're really looking for in applications.

Christian H.

How to Structure a Quality Cover Letter

Watch this walkthrough video of an example cover letter to learn how you can build a standout cover letter for any job application, especially post-MBA jobs.

Matt P.

Senior Product Manager Example Resume

From LinkedIn to a Series C startup, this resume landed multiple PM roles. Learn how to build a great PM resume from this example.

Chase E.

Tackling Medical School Secondaries

A guide to the medical school secondary application process, including strategies for writing effective essays and managing the timeline.

Akila M.

Oxbridge Degree Application Tracker

Manage your Oxbridge degree application with ease. Stay organized and on track for Oxford & Cambridge admissions!

Zuwena V.

Example Resume - Background in Consulting, Coaching, and Product Management

See a standout example resume from someone with extensive experience as a consultant, coach, and product manager.

Yash S.

Wharton Essays – Transformational Strategy and Peer-Driven Leadership

Two admissions essays outlining a clear path to becoming a Chief Transformation Officer, with a focus on retail innovation, global business, and a commitment to resilience, mentorship, and community-building at Wharton.

Steve B.

MBA Application Tracker – Multi-School Progress Sheet

A spreadsheet to manage deadlines, task completion, recommender status, and materials across multiple MBA programs.

Shikhar C.

Recommender Prep Packet – Timeline, Strategy, and Talking Points

A structured slide deck to guide recommenders through the application process, including school-specific expectations, key application themes, deadlines, and detailed examples to help them craft strong, personalized letters.

Reagan C.

Wharton Essay – Resilience, Recovery, and Building Authentic Connection

A powerful response to Wharton’s impact prompt, reflecting on recovery from a life-altering injury and the lessons of vulnerability, optimism, and team trust that the applicant plans to bring to Wharton’s community.

Patrick N.

MBA Resume – Social Impact, Strategy, and Startup Growth

Resume of an admitted applicant to Wharton, Kellogg, and CBS, highlighting experience in consulting, consumer goods, and nonprofit leadership, with a strong focus on education equity and product innovation.

Patricia T.

New Grad Consulting Resume

Management consulting resume of a UPenn Math major with a Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies minor and experience in investment banking summer roles.

Gina M.

Why Stanford: Driving Equity in Retail

Explore a successful Stanford GSB essay focusing on leveraging an MBA to champion strategy and equity, foster inclusive retail environments, and engage with cutting-edge social innovation.