MBA Application: Essay Brainstorming and Editing (Traditional + Deferred)
This plan is crafted to help you create MBA application essays that are not only compelling but also authentically yours—whether you're applying through traditional or deferred routes. As a former Booth Adcom member and someone who has successfully navigated the MBA admissions process, I understand what it takes to stand out, especially if you're coming from a non-traditional background. My own journey led me to secure admissions and scholarships at top MBA programs, including Booth, Darden, Kellogg, Tuck, Yale, and Kelley, totaling over $600,000 in scholarships. This experience, combined with my role as the founder of a successful tutoring company, equips me to guide you in crafting essays that resonate with admissions committees. Here's how we'll work together: Kickoff & Planning Session: We'll begin with a deep dive into your background, experiences, and aspirations. This session will help us identify the key themes and stories that will form the backbone of your essays. Story Discovery & Brainstorming: I'll assist you in uncovering the unique narratives that highlight your strengths and motivations. We'll explore how to frame your experiences in a way that aligns with the values and expectations of your target schools. Draft Development: Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing draft, I'll guide you through the writing process. We'll focus on structure, tone, and clarity to ensure your essays reflect your authentic voice and strategic positioning. Revisions & Feedback: I'll provide detailed, constructive feedback across multiple rounds of edits. Our goal is to polish your essays until they are cohesive, impactful, and ready to submit. Throughout this process, I am committed to being your strategic partner, helping you present the strongest version of your story. My approach is structured, honest, and results-driven, ensuring that your essays not only meet but exceed the expectations of admissions committees. Let's work together to craft essays that open the doors to your dream MBA program.
What's included
- The coaching plan is designed to help applicants create compelling and authentic MBA application essays for both traditional and deferred MBA programs.
Meet your expert
Siri O.
Former Booth Adcom | Craft Winning MBA Applications That Stand Out
Hi, I'm Siri (yes, like the iPhone), a Chicago native and the founder of Chitown Tutoring, one of the highest-rated college admissions, academic coaching and test prep companies in Chicago. With over a decade of experience, I’ve helped more than 500 students build confidence, raise their scores, get admitted into T50 undergraduate and graduate school programs, and and take control of their academic futures, especially in high-stakes environments like the SAT, ACT, GRE, and high school entrance exams in Chicago and NYC. I hold a civil engineering degree from Illinois Tech and an MBA from Chicago Booth, receiving full-tuition scholarships from both institutions. As a first-generation / low-income college student, I know what it’s like to face big goals with limited guidance. That’s why I built Chitown Tutoring -- to provide the kind of consistent, high-quality support I wish more students had access to. Over the years, I’ve designed full curricula, onboarded and trained 50+ tutors, led school programs, partnered with various youth organizations servicing low-income students, and personally delivered more than 10,000 hours of one-on-one instruction. I created Chitown to close the gap between potential and access. I don’t just help students pass a test or get into their top school. I help them believe in their ability to learn, to problem-solve, and to compete. I blend personalized instruction with strategy and mindset development so students can excel in school and beyond.
