Part-Time MBA Admissions Consultants

I've helped over 1000 applicants from around the world get into Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, INSEAD, and every other top program you can name. I’m Ellin Lolis, founder of Ellin Lolis Consulting, a global MBA admissions firm with a 98.9% success rate. I’ve spent the last 10+ years guiding applicants with a proven, step-by-step methodology that simplifies the process and maximizes results. As a certified career coach and award-winning writer, my approach helps you craft a powerful personal brand, connect your story and values to each program, and submit applications that actually get you in. Clients often say I treat their application like my own. That’s because I do. I bring the same level of strategic precision and emotional support to every engagement, pushing you to deliver your best work while helping you stay grounded and confident along the way. I've collaborated with a range of different clients from every continent, including clients with low GMAT scores, 40+, traditional IB/MBB applicants, and even non-traditional applicants like nuclear scientists and sports journalists. For each, I helped them find their unique voice that helped them stand out in the crowded admissions space. If you’re aiming high and want a coach with the track record, tools, and heart to get you there, I’d love to work with you.

I went through the MBA admissions process myself and won a place at London Business School as a Merit Scholar — so I know what a competitive application actually looks like from the inside, not in theory. Seven years at Citi before that gave me the kind of finance and leadership track record that admissions committees look for, and I understand exactly how to position one. But my real focus is the part most applicants get wrong: the "why." Schools can spot a generic story instantly. I help you build an essay-and-interview narrative that's sharp, authentic, and impossible to confuse with anyone else's — the difference between a strong profile and an admit.

I have supported Admissions interviews for candidates in to the Chicago Booth part-time MBA program so I have a strong sense of what it takes to gain successful admission. During my application process, I only considered 2 part-time programs (Booth & Kellogg) and was able to attain admission to both. In addition, I TA'd Negotiations courses at Booth so I have significant experience negotiating offers and scholarships. I enjoy helping others achieve their goals and look forward to working with you!

Welcome to my profile! As a Ross MBA graduate with a rich professional background at industry giants like Google, Amazon, and Square, I am well-equipped to guide you through the MBA admissions process. My roles as a Senior Program Manager at Google and a Supply Planning Manager at Square have honed my strategic and leadership skills, which are crucial for crafting standout applications. Let's collaborate to turn your MBA aspirations into reality—reach out to start your journey today!

I've guided candidates through the full MBA admissions process for over 10 years — from school selection and application strategy through to essays, CV, letters of recommendation, and interview prep. Nearly all candidates who completed the full journey with me were admitted to their target school, including M7 programs (Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Columbia, Booth, Kellogg, MIT Sloan) and top European schools (LBS, INSEAD, HEC Paris, Bocconi, IE, IESE, Cambridge, Oxford). As a BCG consultant with an engineering background, I bring a perspective that most admissions coaches don't have. I know what top employers actually look for in MBA graduates, which programmes open which doors, and how to position technical and STEM profiles for business schools — because I've done it myself. I hold an MBA from SDA Bocconi and Columbia Business School, and a mechanical engineering degree from Politecnico di Milano and the University of Illinois, so I've navigated this transition firsthand, on both sides of the Atlantic. I work on every element of the application: defining your narrative and positioning, selecting schools strategically, crafting essays that sound like you and not like a template, shaping your CV for impact, coaching recommenders on what to highlight, and preparing you for interviews. The goal is a cohesive application where every piece reinforces who you are and why you belong. If what you've read resonates, write to me.

The MBA admissions process is stressful; people juggle work, testing requirements, career goal mapping and so many other parts of the puzzle. For the past ten years, I've been a steady, encouraging and organized partner to help hundreds of people unearth the authentic story that lives inside them. My clients have receive over $10 million in scholarship offers and have been admitted to every M7 program as well as leading MBA programs across the United States, Europe, and Canada. I have coached candidates from investment banking, private equity, venture capital, consulting, healthcare, real estate, sustainability, marketing, technology, hospitality, education, sales, and other fields, helping applicants from India, Europe, Canada, China, Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Vietnam, and across the United States present their strongest and most distinctive candidacies. Throughout this process, I’ve’ been an active member of The Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants (AIGAC), a global organization dedicated to enhancing transparency, ethics, and best practices in graduate admissions consulting. I have also been certified as a Leadership Story Lab Story Facilitator, which gives me additional tools to ask the questions that help people reflect upon what is most important to them and connect with the "why" that drives their career goals. I’m a proud graduate of Kellogg’s MBA program and UNC Chapel Hill’s Undergraduate Business Program. If you’re ready to build an MBA application that feels authentic, strategic, and truly differentiated, I’d be excited to work with you. Book a session with me on Leland, and let’s start shaping your story together.

Welcome! I'm a Harvard Business School MBA graduate with experience spanning international development, management consulting at BCG, and tech. I was admitted to all three MBA programs I applied to—HBS, Wharton/Lauder, and UVA Darden—and secured consulting offers from McKinsey, Bain, and BCG. I also led the Management Consulting Club at HBS and coached dozens of students on how to tell their pre-MBA story and land the summer internship offer. I believe MBA programs value applicants who bring distinct perspectives and experiences to the classroom. I love helping people uncover what makes their story unique and translate it into a compelling application that honors who they are. Whether you're exploring a career pivot or looking to advance your current path, I can help you connect the dots between your experiences and aspirations. From career exploration and school selection to application strategy, essays, resumes, and interview preparation, my goal is to help you put your best foot forward without losing what makes you, you.

Welcome to my profile! As an experienced admissions professional with deep expertise in MBA and graduate program admissions, I specialize in guiding applicants through the rigorous MBA application journey. I hold a J.D./LL.M. from Duke University School of Law and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and my admissions experience includes serving as Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions for the Chicago Booth Executive MBA program, Senior Admissions Counselor at AddedEducation, and Strategy Consultant at Crimson Education. I've successfully supported numerous professionals and aspiring leaders in crafting compelling MBA applications, leveraging my insight into admissions committee perspectives, strategic storytelling skills, and deep understanding of what top business schools seek in candidates. Whether you're targeting full-time, executive, or part-time MBA programs, I'm committed to helping you highlight your unique professional experiences, leadership potential, and career aspirations in a way that authentically resonates with admissions committees.

As a Senior Admissions Consultant at California Ivy Admissions Consultants, I've successfully guided clients into top-tier programs at Harvard, Stanford, Berkeley, Dartmouth, Duke, Yale, UCLA, USC, Cornell and more. My experience on the admissions committee at UCLA has equipped me with insider knowledge of what top programs seek in candidates. With a Juris Doctor from UC Berkeley School of Law and a Master of Arts from UCLA, I bring a unique blend of expertise to the MBA admissions process. Whether you need help with application strategy, essays, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you craft a compelling application. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

Hey there! I'm Shane a graduate of Harvard Business School (MBA), with a strong foundation in engineering and music from Northwestern University. My professional journey includes impactful roles at McKinsey & Company and a in venture capital. I've successfully coached many individuals, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process and secure spots at top programs. My experience spans strategic consulting and engineering, equipping me with a unique perspective to guide you through your unique journey. Excited to support you in your application journey!