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December 5, 2025
Top 10 College Essay Tips From Former College Admissions Officers
Get expert-backed college essay tips from former admissions officers. Learn what actually stands out, and how to write essays that get you admitted.
November 4, 2025
The 10 Best Private Equity Career Coaches Guide (2025): How Experts Help You Land Top PE Roles
Discover the top 10 private equity career coaches of 2025. Learn how expert coaching helps you land roles at leading PE firms.
October 25, 2025
How to Get Into Venture Capital: Lessons Learned Interviewing 100+ Investors
A partner at a top venture firm outlines the VC hiring process, what makes the best candidates stand out, and more in this insightful article.
October 25, 2025
What It (Actually) Takes to Land Your First Job in 2025
New data from thousands of students reveals the hidden costs of getting hired: 135 hours, 78 applications, and hundreds to thousands of dollars spent, with major disparities by field, race, and school. Plus, the helpfulness of career centers and what students are doing to increase their chances.
October 21, 2025
The 10 Best Law School Coaches (2025): Who to Hire and Why
Discover the best law school admissions consulting services of 2025—expert reviews, insider tips, and how to find the right coach for your goals.
October 21, 2025
The 10 Best Graduate & PhD Admissions Consultants (2025): What They Do and When to Hire One
Find the best PhD consultants of 2025 to help you craft a standout grad school application, from strategy to statement to acceptance.
October 9, 2025
The Top 10 Investment Banks – By Size & Tier (2025)
Discover the top investment banks by size and tier in 2025. Get insights into the biggest players in finance and what sets them apart in this detailed guide.
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Top 15 Medical School Acceptance Rates & Class Profiles | Leland
Discover medical school acceptance rates and class profiles for the top 15 programs so you can compare schools, understand competitiveness, and plan your path.
December 5, 2025
Stanford GSB Deferred MBA Guide: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, & What to Know (2026)
Learn everything about the Stanford Deferred MBA program, including acceptance rates, eligibility requirements, and tips to boost your application in 2026.
December 5, 2025
10 College Essay Examples With Commentary [& Template]
Discover 10 college essay examples with expert commentary and a practical template. Learn what works and how to write your own standout college essay.
December 5, 2025
Top 10 College Essay Tips From Former College Admissions Officers
Get expert-backed college essay tips from former admissions officers. Learn what actually stands out, and how to write essays that get you admitted.
December 4, 2025
How to Build a DAT Study Schedule (1, 3, and 6-Month Plans)
Create a realistic, high-impact DAT study schedule with expert tips, timelines, and test-day strategies tailored to your goals and availability.
December 4, 2025
Top MBA Admissions Consultants for Round 2 Applications (2025-2026)
For those who are looking for some last-minute help on round 2 applications for business school, we've rounded up the expert MBA admissions coaches who can help with polishing your essays and finalizing your application.
December 3, 2025
Everything to Know About the Columbia Deferred MBA Program
Learn everything you need to know about the Columbia Deferred MBA: eligibility, how to apply, real applicant tips, and how to stand out this year.
December 2, 2025
Top 5 Tech Clubs at UCLA (2026)
Discover UCLA’s top Computer Science clubs in 2025 - Bruin AI, Product Space, NOVA, ACM, Blueprint - ranked by Leland for career outcomes, impact, and recruiting success.
December 2, 2025
Top 3 Consulting Clubs at UCLA (2026)
Discover UCLA’s top consulting clubs in 2025 - Uconsulting, Bruin Consulting, Bruin Ventures - ranked by Leland for career outcomes, impact, and recruiting success.
December 2, 2025
Top 3 Finance Clubs at UCLA (2026)
Discover UCLA’s top finance clubs in 2025 - Bruin Asset Management, Bruin Hedge Fund, Bruin Value Investing - ranked by Leland for career outcomes, impact, and recruiting success.