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Getting Started: When & How to Use Addenda

Optional addenda can be used for a variety of purposes. This guide will help you figure out if you need to include one or more optional essays.

Sample Addenda

Examples will help you understand how to approach tricky topics and strike the right tone

Sample Redlined Optional Essay

Seeing red? Good! This example shows you how even short optional essays need thorough editing and revision.

Leadership in Global Contexts

Influence vs title, cross-cultural teamwork, initiative

Full-time or Executive MBA - That is the Question!

One question I hear again and again is, "At my age, and with years of experience, should I be aiming towards a full-time MBA or an Executive MBA?" Some candidates worry that they might be too young for an EMBA. Others fear that they are overqualified for a typical full-time program. Still others wonder if a part-time MBA might not be all that they need, and is it really worth pursuing the other programs instead? Each type of MBA program comes with its particular advantages and disadvantages, and each one has its standard cohort, with the expected outliers. The question is really, what are you looking for? Why do you want or need to attend that program? Which will truly be the best for your particular goals? In this webinar we will start to open up these questions to bring clarity to the issue.

Master List of Hedge Funds for Networking

This Firm Database includes thousands of investment banks, private equity (PE) firms, and hedge funds, organized by region — from large money-center banks to small two-person firms.

Finding Success as a Non-Traditional MBA Applicant

Learn how Coach Melanie E. went from Fashion to McKinsey as a successful non-traditional MBA applicant to M7 programs.

Master List of PE Firms for Networking

This Firm Database includes thousands of investment banks, private equity (PE) firms, and hedge funds, organized by region — from large money-center banks to small two-person firms.

Kellogg Program & Academics

Understand the structure of the MBA program, including majors, pathways, and global learning experiences that define Kellogg’s academic edge.

Kellogg’s Core Identity

Explore what “high impact, low ego” really means and how this principle shapes the school’s culture, from classrooms to recruiting.

Top 10 Kellogg Facts Every Applicant Should Know

Learn the top 10 facts about Kellogg that applicants should be aware of during the application and interview process.

Understanding the Kellogg Interview Format

Overview of Kellogg’s behavioral interview and how it reflects the school’s culture and values.

Your Path from Law School to Big Law

Breaking into Big Law takes more than strong grades—it requires strategy, timing, and a clear understanding of how the recruiting process really works. In this workshop, Teddy U.—a legal professional who has worked across multiple major markets and top Big Law firms—will share insider insights on how to navigate recruiting and land your ideal position. ​Drawing on his experience successfully recruiting in four metro markets, Teddy will walk you through how to identify the right firms for you, prepare for interviews, and manage the often-overwhelming on-campus and market recruiting processes. Whether your goal is to secure your first Big Law offer or make a strategic lateral move, this session will give you actionable guidance to chart your path with clarity and confidence.

How to Craft a Powerful Introduction

In this exercise, you'll try drafting several different introductions using the provided models. Find which style works best for you.

Sample Successful Personal Statements

Examples can spark ideas for style, structure, and content. Just remember, no two personal statements ever look the same.

What is an Experience/Perspective Statement and Do You Need One?

Start with this PDF to learn why law schools ask about your unique (i.e., diverse) experiences and perspectives.

How am I Unique? Brainstorming Topics

This aid will help you identify topics for your statement based on unique perspectives you would bring to a law school community

Addenda Templates & Tips

If you know you need a certain type of addenda but feel unsure of how to approach it, try using one of these templates to get started

Law School Addendum Submission Checklist

Finished drafting? You're not done yet! Make sure to run through this checklist to ensure your addenda helps rather than hurts your application package.

It's October, But I'm Stuck on my Essays!

Feeling stuck on your MBA application essays? You're not alone, and I'm here to help you successfully get to a Round 2 deadline. Join me for an insightful session where we'll tackle the art of crafting compelling essays that truly reflect your unique story and aspirations. With over 15 years of experience admitting student to every top MBA institution in the world, I will distill the components of effective essays that my clients have written to help you understand how to make your essay powerful and memorable. Whether you're applying for a traditional full-time MBA, deferred, executive, part-time, or online MBA, this session will provide you with the strategies and insights needed to elevate your application. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge—RSVP now to secure your spot!