27,060Leland Reviews

I had a great experience working with Gun. He analyzed everything very thoroughly and gave me clear, helpful feedback. He was extremely professional and clearly very invested in helping me improve. I really appreciated his attention to detail and the way he explained things step by step. I would definitely recommend working with him.

Kerry is, in my view, the best coach on the Leland platform and likely among the very best MBA admissions coaches anywhere. Leland is a stronger platform because she’s on it. I have a brother who works at Leland, so over the course of several years I repeatedly asked which coach I should use. The answer was always the same: Kerry. What makes Kerry exceptional is that she brings both deep admissions expertise and a rare talent for personal branding. As a former HBS admissions officer, she understands the process at the highest level. But just as importantly, she knows how to help applicants uncover and articulate what makes them compelling. I went into the application process feeling like I didn’t have anything particularly interesting to say, and Kerry helped me identify stories and perspectives from my own background that I never would have recognized as meaningful or distinctive on my own. When it came time for final edits, Kerry went above and beyond. She worked tirelessly reviewing my essays and giving me real-time feedback through countless iterations right up against deadlines. I genuinely can’t imagine having gone through this process with anyone else. Even if working with Kerry had cost three times as much, it still would have been worth it. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Rabeea helped me polish and brainstorm some of my interview responses and gave very helpful tips on how to approach the interview process, which changed my perspective and approach to interviewing. Would recommend a mock interview session with Rabeea if you're applying to med school!

I came to Hanie with no idea how to approach scholarship negotiations for grad school. She was incredibly responsive, helped me build a clear strategy for each program, and worked with me on crafting a negotiation letter that sounded confident without being pushy. With her help I was able to secure a $20K scholarship increase from Chicago Booth, which was my dream school. I'd recommend her to anyone navigating this process!

Jonathan helped me prepare for Biomedical Sciences PhD interviews, specifically perfecting communication of my research experiences. We went through a guided structure he had designed before working through my individual experiences and what I should highlight. The questions he asked me to prepare almost perfectly mirrored what I was asked in interviews. Jonathan was energetic, responsive, and flexible with my last-minute scheduling. Our sessions were a major factor in my content and confidence going into PhD interviews. I can happily report that I was accepted to 3/3 of the programs I interviewed for with his help!

Bryan helped me organize my thoughts and draft my SOP in an impactful way.

Michael helped me throughout my master’s applications. We worked together on two programs, and I ended up being accepted to both. What I appreciated most was that he genuinely cared about helping. He was very responsive, supportive, and thoughtful in his feedback. He took the time to understand my background and goals and helped me think through how to present my story in a clear and authentic way. It never felt transactional or rushed. I always felt like he was invested in the outcome and wanted me to succeed. I’m really glad we worked together and would definitely recommend him to anyone applying to graduate programs.

The entire MBA process is objectively rifled with uncertainty and confusion. It's hard not to get demotivated. I knew I needed someone who would push me and keep me grounded. Jesse did exactly that and more! He and M worked every weekend to ensure I get to the finish line. His response rate was uniquely high (I had sampled other coaches) which helped calm my nerves. The storytelling process they built helped significantly with my application essays and my interviews. If you're someone who needs more than a transactional coach but an emotional support system, you'll be safe going with Jesse and M!

Ash is an amazing coach who truly goes the extra mile. She helped me navigate the essays for Stanford and Columbia, expertly tailoring my 9-year career history into a compelling story. She often shared inputs within hours and her willingness to support me through holiday weekends showed how much she cares about her clients' success. Thanks to her expert narrative building and quick turnarounds, I’ve secured my spot at Columbia for Fall 2026. Her support was the competitive edge I needed.

Working with Tim was one of the most valuable parts of my application process. From our first session, he pushed me to think more deeply about my story, motivations, and goals, helping me articulate ideas that I knew were there but hadn’t fully developed. He was incredibly thoughtful in the brainstorming stage and helped me shape essays that felt authentic while still being strategically strong. Tim’s feedback on my essays was always precise and actionable. Rather than simply editing language, he helped refine the structure, sharpen the narrative, and ensure each essay clearly communicated the “why” behind my experiences and goals. His guidance helped elevate my writing from good to compelling. He was also extremely helpful in interview preparation. We worked through potential questions, refined my responses, and focused on communicating my story confidently and clearly. What stood out most was how invested he was in my success. He challenged my thinking, provided honest feedback, and consistently helped me improve at every stage of the process. I’m incredibly grateful for his support and would strongly recommend him to anyone applying to top MBA or finance programs. Working with Timothy played a meaningful role in my acceptance to MIT, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly.