Traditional Full-Time MBA Admissions Experts

After ~3 years at Bain & Company, I was accepted into the Kellogg School of Management as a sponsored consultant. I have experience navigating the resume, letters of recommendation, application (including essays), and interview tips that will give you the best chance at landing your spot at a top MBA program.

T10/Ivy League Admits, current Yale MBA Student. Have guided multiple students in the previous application cycle, helped secure T10 admits from schools like Tuck, Haas, and Booth.

As a Harvard Business School graduate, I went through the MBA application process as an international applicant myself. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, resume review, or interview preparation, I would love to help you navigate the admissions process. I have worked across multiple industries including financial services, nonprofits, and startups, and have experience translating complex or non-traditional career paths into narratives that draw out personal stories and show personality, values, and motivations. I will not let you submit anything that is not clear, differentiated, and compelling to an admissions committee. :)

As a current MBA candidate at The Wharton School, I have provided 1:1 coaching to over 30 prospective students to support their MBA application process. I bring a wealth of experience through my own MBA application process, which was enriched by my role as an MBA Fellow with Management Leadership for Tomorrow and Questbridge MBA Scholar, where I gained insights into crafting compelling applications for top business schools. Through these efforts, I was accepted as an MBA Candidate at The Wharton School, Harvard Business School, and UChicago Booth. Let's get started today and help best prepare you for the business school program of your dreams!

Greetings! I'm Alyssa, an MBA-MA graduate from The Wharton School (dual degree in International Studies with the Lauder Institute) and a former Manager at Bain & Company. I pride myself on having a strong background in both numbers and words—I graduated magna cum laude from Brown University with degrees in History and Economics, and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. At Bain & Company, I spent several years working on strategic projects for Fortune 500 clients across a diverse set of industries, sharpening my analytical skills and working on high-stakes problem solving. In addition to my consulting experience, my academic journey at Wharton and the Lauder Institute has equipped me with a deep understanding of global business strategy, cross-cultural communication, and leadership. This combination of practical experience and rigorous academic training, in addition to my strength in writing, allows me to help MBA applicants from all walks of life develop authentic, compelling applications that truly showcase their strengths. My goal is to guide you with the same level of dedication and strategic insight that I brought to my own life and career decisions, and help you work towards your goals with confidence and clarity.

I'm a Wharton MBA and Palmer Scholar (top 5% of my graduating class), and I've spent years helping high-performing professionals navigate some of the most competitive admissions and career processes in the world. As a candidate, I successfully earned admission to a top MBA program. As a consultant and leader at BCG, I spent more than a decade mentoring and advising consultants pursuing MBA programs, helping them develop compelling applications, articulate their leadership stories, and position themselves for success at top business schools. Many of those candidates went on to earn admission to leading programs including Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, and Said. What makes my perspective unique is that I've also spent years on the other side of the table. As a former BCG Partner, I hired, mentored, and developed dozens of MBA graduates throughout their careers. I understand not only what top business schools are looking for in applicants, but also what employers expect from MBA talent once they arrive on campus and beyond. Whether you're applying to an M7 program, evaluating your school strategy, refining your resume, developing your personal narrative, preparing for interviews, or deciding between offers, I can help you present the strongest and most authentic version of your story. MBA admissions is ultimately about more than credentials—it's about demonstrating leadership, impact, self-awareness, and future potential. I'll help you do exactly that.

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've helped over five applicants in the last two years gain admission to Wharton with funding ranging from 25% to full-tuition scholarships, and have coached peers into top 10 MBA and master’s programs—many with significant scholarship offers. I specialize in helping applicants craft compelling, authentic stories that clearly show how an MBA aligns with their personal and professional goals. My expertise in storytelling was sharpened through years of securing nationally competitive fellowships, including the PPIA Junior Summer Institute at Princeton and the Harvard Kennedy School’s PPLC Fellowship. If you’re looking for a coach who will help you connect the dots between your experiences, aspirations, and the MBA journey, I’d love to support you.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Oxford's Said Business School, where I was a Skoll Scholar and winner of the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investment Challenge, I bring a wealth of experience in both business and social impact. My professional journey includes roles at McKinsey & Company as a GenAI Fellow and Senior Consultant, where I honed my skills in strategic consulting and innovation. As a co-founder of HiveLend and a founding team member at Rabobank's Project ACORN, I have a strong background in entrepreneurship and sustainable development. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and potential. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

With ~5 years experience in consulting at Bain & Co and Deloitte, I have helped 10+ students crack consulting case interviews with confidence. Now, having just started my MBA at Columbia in New York, I am helping applicants navigate the intense business school admissions process and stand out at every stage - leveraging my successful essays and recommendation letters as inspiration! Focus areas include: - Preparing for the GMAT - Crafting a compelling CV and personal essays - Gathering effective recommendation letters - Nailing interviews - Building smart, effective relationships with alumni and admissions Scoring in the top 3% in the GMAT exam (685 Focus Score / 740 Classic Score), I am well-positioned to support this area in particular - whether you are at the very start of your prep journey or approaching test day and want some last-minute tutoring to settle your nerves! Focus areas include: - Crafting effective study plans - Optimising exam strategy - Drilling on tricky problems