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Master List of PE Firms for Networking
This Firm Database includes thousands of investment banks, private equity (PE) firms, and hedge funds, organized by region — from large money-center banks to small two-person firms.
Kellogg Program & Academics
Understand the structure of the MBA program, including majors, pathways, and global learning experiences that define Kellogg’s academic edge.
Kellogg’s Core Identity
Explore what “high impact, low ego” really means and how this principle shapes the school’s culture, from classrooms to recruiting.
Industry Placement & Recruiting Landscape
Identify where Kellogg grads go - from consulting and PE/VC to CPG, tech, and sustainability - and what this reveals about the school’s career DNA.
Mapping Your Strengths to Kellogg’s Values
Assess your personal alignment with Kellogg’s environment and define how your experiences, strengths, and leadership style connect to its values.
Networking with Students & Alumni
Strategies for meaningful outreach to Kellogg students and alumni.
Wharton 2025-26 Example Essays
Example essays answering the latest Wharton 2025-26 essay prompts. Female candidate with government/defense background.
Sample Outreach Messages
Sample emails and LinkedIn messages to help you confidently connect with Kellogg student and alumni for networking and insights.
Wharton 2025-26 Example Essays
Example essays answering the latest Wharton 2025-26 essay prompts. Asian Male candidate with consulting background.
Leveraging Events & Resources
How to make the most of info sessions, AdCom events, and student panels to build your story.
Networking & Events Tracker
A customizable tracker to help you organize your Kellogg networking efforts and reference in applications and interviews.
MBA Resume Example - Admitted M7
MBA Resume Example - Admitted M7 - Asian Male - Consulting.
No Ivy, No Problem: How My Startup Got into Y Combinator
Think you need an Ivy League degree to make it into Y Combinator? Think again. In this workshop, Chanhyung K.—a Georgia Tech graduate, McKinsey alum, and Y Combinator founder—shares how he built and pitched a successful startup without the traditional pedigree. Drawing from his experience landing offers at McKinsey, JPMorgan, and FAANG while coming from a non-target school, Chan will reveal how to craft your founder story, stand out in competitive application pools, and navigate the YC process with authenticity and confidence. Whether you’re an aspiring founder or already building your startup, this session will show you how to turn unconventional beginnings into startup success.
Stay Calm, Solve On: How to Manage Stress and Master GRE Quant
Struggling to stay calm under pressure while tackling GRE Quant? You're not alone—many test-takers feel the stress building as they approach those high-stakes math questions. In this session, Avi L., a 15-year veteran GRE/GRE-Quant coach on Leland who scored a 339 on the GRE and has coached over 500 people, will show you how to manage stress, sharpen your mindset, and master key Quant topics efficiently. You’ll learn how to build a clear prep plan, recognize your mental bottlenecks during test day, and apply proven strategies to elevate your score while staying composed. Whether you’re aiming for a big Quant jump or simply seeking clarity and confidence, this session will equip you to perform at your best.
The GRE Is a Game You Can Win: Building Verbal Mastery Through Depth, Strategy, and Control
Cracking the GRE Verbal section isn’t just about memorizing vocabulary—it’s about mastering the game. In this session, expert Leland GRE coach Ralph L. will break down how top scorers approach verbal questions with strategy, precision, and confidence. You’ll learn how to build true verbal depth through smarter study methods, approach Reading Comprehension and Text Completion questions strategically, and maintain control under timed conditions. By the end, you’ll have a practical framework to study efficiently, avoid common traps, and play the GRE verbal game to win.
STAR Response Worksheet
A guided worksheet to help you structure impactful interview answers using the STAR framework, highlighting your actions, results, and leadership in a clear, compelling way.
How to Craft a Powerful Introduction
In this exercise, you'll try drafting several different introductions using the provided models. Find which style works best for you.
Addenda Final Editing Checklist
Surely editing my addenda should be simple? Think again! Editing is critical to showing your attention to detail, a critical lawyerly trait. Use this checklist to reach perfection.
Equations, Coordinates, and Inequalities Examples
This deck explains the core concepts of integers, quadratic equations, coordinate geometry, inequalities, number lines, and absolute values as seen in the GMAT and GRE. It includes practice problems similar to those on the exam. Concepts and problems are explained in a video walkthrough by the author in "Equations, Coordinates, and Inequalities for the GMAT and GRE".
How to Write a Unique Dental School Personal Statement
A detailed breakdown of a compelling personal statement that got an applicant into dental school, with key strategies for making your own application stand out.
