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Supplementary Letters

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

ADEA AADSAS - Activity List Examples

I have added example descriptions for each of the different categories for the experiences section of the Dental School Application portal.

From Enlisted Green Beret to Stanford MBA and Deep Tech VC: AMA with Ian Kennedy [6/9/2026] (Recording)

This is an informal, no-agenda open AMA on my path from the Army Special Forces to business school at Stanford and a career in venture capital. Bring your questions about the transition out of the military, applying to business school while still serving, breaking into VC and tech, or anything else! I served as an enlisted Green Beret (18E) in 1st SFG and applied to business school while on deployment, with admittance to Stanford, MIT, and Berkeley. I chose to go to Stanford, where did a joint MBA/MS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on AI and quantum computing. After business school, I was Chief of Staff at Khosla Ventures, where I helped invest in and manage a large portfolio of deep tech companies. I'm now a full-time coach helping military and veteran applicants through the MBA admissions process.

AMA/Office Hours with Former Stanford GSB Admissions Director [7/15/2026] (Recording)

I spent more than 16 years working at Stanford GSB, including five years as Executive Director of the school's Center for Leadership, where I helped revamp the MBA leadership curriculum, and more than a decade as Director of the Stanford MSx Program and Director of Admissions. I taught electives, advised students, strategized with the deans, and read thousands of applications. If business school is your objective, I'm happy to offer any insight I have to the admission process and how to maximize its value proposition.

Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Law Admissions Cycle

The 2026 law school admissions cycle brings new timelines, evolving expectations, and heightened competition, and being informed early can make a meaningful difference. This session covers what’s changing, how admissions committees evaluate candidates, and how to plan your LSAT, essays, recommendations, and school list strategically. You’ll learn key deadlines, common pitfalls, and practical steps to position yourself strongly from start to finish.

HBS Admit: Recommendation Letter Sample

See a successful recommendation letter that helped an applicant gain admission to Harvard Business School. Learn what makes a powerful MBA recommendation!

Why Stanford GSB? (Deferred Essay Example)

Take a look at a compelling "Why Stanford?" essay that helped a deferred candidate get into the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

HBS: Post-Interview Reflection Example

Review an example of a successful Harvard Business School post-interview reflection, detailing insights, clarifying points, and reiterating commitment to the community.

Overview of Top Deferred MBA Programs

Learn about the top deferred MBA programs (HBS, Stanford, Wharton & more) and how to secure your spot at a leading business school.

MBA Goals Worksheet

A concise worksheet to clarify your MBA career goals and articulate the “why MBA, why now, and why this school” with precision.

How am I Unique? Brainstorming Topics

This aid will help you identify topics for your statement based on unique perspectives you would bring to a law school community

What if I Have to Write My Own Recommendation?

Asked to write your own letter of recommendation? Learn how to craft a powerful letter that gets you into your dream school.

HBS Personal Statement: A Strong Example

See a compelling personal statement that helped an applicant gain admission to Harvard Business School. Learn what makes a powerful MBA essay.

What to do from Freshman Year On

The ultimate guide for ambitious dental school students. Learn what to do each year of college to build a stand-out application.

Applying as a Non-traditional Applicant

Are you a non-traditional applicant? We break down how to stand out and get into dental school, no matter your background.

Personal Statement Example that Worked

From patient to practitioner: See how one student's personal health challenges and research background helped them craft a successful dental school application.

HBS Recommendation Letter Sample: A Winning Profile

Explore a strong Harvard Business School recommendation letter highlighting exceptional performance, quick learning, quantitative expertise, and a commitment to team and organizational impact.

A Sample Booth Admit Letter of Recommendation

Here is a powerful letter of recommendation example that got a Deferred MBA applicant into the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Yale SOM: Interview Tips

Ace the Yale School of Management interview with expert tips on mastering the behavioral questions, storytelling, and showcasing your fit for the program.

How Are the GMAT and GRE Scored?

Demystify GMAT and GRE scoring systems! Learn how each test is graded and what your scores really mean for your grad school applications.