Traditional Full-Time MBA Admissions Consultants

As an international student, I navigated the path from an F-1 visa to a career at Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla, with two master's degrees from Carnegie Mellon. I've sat in the exact seat you're in: writing essays that need to feel distinctive without being gimmicky, picking schools that actually translate to the U.S. career you want after, and figuring out how to tell your story in a way that lands with admissions committees who read thousands of them. International MBA applicants face a specific challenge: most application advice is built around domestic applicants. The narrative arcs that work, the school selection criteria, the post-MBA career lens — they all assume a U.S.-citizen default. That's a real gap. And if your background is international, non-traditional, or both, that gap is where strong applications struggle. I work specifically with international applicants because that's the path I walked, and it's where I can add real value: - Finding the narrative angle that makes you distinct without leaning on the generic immigrant story - Picking schools through a sponsorship and post-MBA career lens - Positioning a non-traditional background as a strength, not a gap to explain - Writing essays that feel authentic and like you. - Preparing for the post-admit reality: visa timing, internship sponsorship, long-term career arc Whether you're applying to a MPP/MPA/MS/MBA program, the crux of a great graduate school application starts with crafting a bespoke winning strategy designed for you. I take a small cohort of clients per cycle. I'm selective because outcomes matter more than volume. If you're an ambitious international applicant aiming at top programs and you want a coach who's lived this path, let's talk.

I'm a current graduate from MBA at The Wharton School (Class of 2026), where I scored a 760 on the GMAT (99th percentile) and was admitted with a nontraditional, technical profile — an IIT Delhi engineering degree, five years in quantitative finance, and no prior business coursework. I know firsthand how to build an application that turns a "nontraditional" background into a differentiator rather than a liability, because I had to do it myself. Before Wharton, I spent five years at JPMorgan Chase as a quant researcher, where I was fast-tracked through three promotions and rated in the top 10% of 350 peers — experience that gives me a clear view of what admissions committees are actually looking for underneath the essay prompts: evidence of impact, leadership, and self-awareness, not just credentials. At Wharton, I've stayed close to the admissions and career-strategy world through the Consulting Club, the Wharton India Economic Forum (where I served as VP of the Startup Challenge), and as an Investment Associate with Wharton Impact Ventures — giving me an up-to-date, insider's read on what's resonating with committees right now, not just what worked when I applied.

I’m a CPA and a Tax Manager at Deloitte. I’m on Leland because I know what it’s like to feel "pigeonholed" in a highly technical, niche role while eyeing a top-tier MBA. I successfully pivoted from Big 4 Tax to securing Full-Ride Scholarships at both Chicago Booth and Northwestern Kellogg, along with admission and scholarship offers from MIT Sloan, Columbia (CBS), Yale SOM, Duke Fuqua, Dartmouth Tuck and NYU Stern. My focus is helping "quiet" professionals translate their technical rigor into the high-impact leadership stories that M7 schools look for. I’ve lived the 60+ hour work week grind while navigating the application cycle, and I’m here to help you audit your own experience to find the threads that lead to an M7 acceptance (and hopefully with scholarships).

With an MBA from The Wharton School and an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. My professional journey includes strategic roles at top companies like Google, Meta, and Deloitte, where I honed my skills in strategy and human capital. As a coach, I've successfully guided clients through the MBA admissions process, helping them craft compelling applications and navigate the complexities of business school admissions. Whether you need assistance with application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you achieve your MBA dreams. Let's connect and create a personalized plan for your success!

Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay crafting, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals! I applied to only two business schools - Harvard Business School and Stanford Graduate School of Business - and was admitted to both schools coming from a more traditional background (investment banking and private equity). I have spent extensive time thinking through how to best position yourself early on in your career if you want to differentiate yourself for business school one day, and I am happy to support those who are both currently applying or thinking of applying in the future.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in product management at top-tier companies like Intuit, Meta, Oracle, and Apple, I bring a wealth of industry experience to my MBA coaching. I hold an MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor's from Georgia Tech, equipping me with a strong academic foundation. My journey through diverse roles has honed my skills in strategic thinking and leadership, which I now leverage to help aspiring MBA candidates craft compelling applications. Whether you need guidance on essays, interviews, or overall application strategy, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your MBA dreams a reality!

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA / MA candidate at The Wharton School and Lauder Institute and a seasoned consultant at Oliver Wyman, I bring a wealth of experience and insight into the MBA admissions process. With a strong academic background from Washington University in St. Louis, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude, I understand the importance of crafting a compelling application. My professional journey at Oliver Wyman, where I've progressed from Consultant to Associate, equips me with the strategic thinking and problem-solving skills essential for MBA success. I'm also a first generation student, have founded a nonprofit, and am able to help with traditional / nontraditional applications. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy or need guidance on essays and interviews, I'm here to help you navigate the competitive landscape of MBA admissions. Let's connect and work together to achieve your goals!

Applied ED to Columbia MBA as non traditional candidate Accepted to Michigan Ross, Duke Fuqua, Emory Goizueta, Northwestern Kellogg Current alumni interviewer at CBS Alumni Board Member, CBS

I’m a Wharton MBA candidate with experience at McKinsey and in product management, so I know what top programs look for and how to position you to stand out. I take a structured, insight-driven approach to help you craft a clear, compelling story across essays, resume, and interviews. My focus isn’t just polishing your application, but making sure your narrative is sharp, authentic, and differentiated.

I hold an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School. I've coached 10+ clients into MBA programs including HBS, Wharton, Stanford, Oxford, LBS, and INSEAD. Having navigated roles across strategy consulting, finance, VC and impact myself, I work with you to decode unconventional career paths and turn them into a sharp, coherent and distinctive MBA narrative. I specialize in helping you build the genuine story that ties your career trajectories, values, and ambitions into a compelling case for why you belong at a top program.