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Before You Apply: 5 College Admissions Myths Busted!

Join Will F. (former admissions officer at Penn Engineering and Fox School of Business, Senior Counselor at InGenius Prep) and Annabella G. (college admissions expert with 20 years guiding students to the right schools) as they host a webinar dispelling the biggest myths about the college admissions process. They'll cut through the hype and the chatter from talking heads, podcasts and your neighbor's uncle's best friend, and tell you why what you've heard on TikTok or read on Facebook isn't going to be the "secret" to getting into a top school. They'll also take part in an AMA, answering your toughest questions with honest answers about a complex process - making sense of college admissions.

MBA Application Tracker

A spreadsheet to organize school deadlines, application components, recommender progress, and submission status across multiple MBA programs.

Why Berkeley Essay

Craft a Berkeley essay that stands out from the crowd and gets you into your dream school.

Stanford MBA Essay - "What Matters Most to You and Why?"

Read an example essay for the Stanford Graduate School of Business focused on helping emerging markets grow.

Michigan Ross Essay Examples for a Standout Application

See the actual essays that got one student admitted to the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business.

Stanford Learning Design & Technology - Rec Prep

Comprehensive recommender prep guide for aspiring candidates of the Stanford MS Learning, Design & Technology, Graduate School of Education

Writing a Holistic Set of HBS Essays

Your first-draft essays for Harvard Business School probably aren't what you think they are. Listen to two of Leland's top coaches help you see why, and more importantly, know how you can elevate them to a point where you can "go to school in the Boston area".

HBS Admit Full Letter of Recommendation Example

This is an example of a letter of recommendation that lead to candidate admittance into the Harvard Business School.

MBA Interview Prep Guidelines

A concise MBA interview prep guide focused on storytelling, school fit, and nailing the questions that drive admissions decisions.

MBA Interview Prep Guidelines

A concise MBA interview prep guide focused on storytelling, school fit, and nailing the questions that drive admissions decisions.

HBS Short Answer Examples

A curated collection of successful short answer essay examples for Harvard Business School, showcasing effective strategies and authentic applicant voices.

Nailing Questions for Your MBA Interviewer

A practical guide to asking thoughtful, strategic questions during MBA interviews—tailored for different types of interviewers and school formats.

Are You Ready to Submit?

A final checklist to ensure your application is polished, complete, and ready for submission to your dream school or program.

How to Write a Personal Statement They’ll Remember

This step-by-step guide breaks down exactly how to craft a compelling, memorable personal statement for law school admissions.

Intuitive Eating for a Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving and the holidays are often a joyous time of year filled with food and family. However, when all mixed together, they tend to bring out a lot of all-or-nothing attitudes towards eating. There is another option, the middle ground, that incorporates balance, enjoyment, and peace of mind. While some people, including those with diet-related medical conditions such as diabetes, might require more thoughtful planning for the day, everyone can make simple, healthy last-minute choices that enhance the day and align with their health goals.

MBA Networking and Events Tracker

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize school events, conversations, and outreach—making it easy to track engagement and tailor applications effectively.

MBA Networking Template – Outreach and Follow-Up Tracker

A structured spreadsheet to plan, track, and personalize MBA networking efforts, including contact logs, follow-up reminders, and school-specific notes.

Supplementary Letters

Stand out from the crowd. Learn when and how to submit a compelling supplementary letter to strengthen your grad school application.