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School-Specific Advice

Applying to a specific school? Get the inside scoop from our top coaches, with tips and strategies tailored to your target programs.

My Winning Kellogg Deferred MBA Essays

A successful applicant shares the powerful essays that got them into Kellogg and breaks down how to tell a compelling story, even with a non-traditional background.

How to Prepare and Guide Your Recommenders

Don't just ask for a recommendation—guide your recommenders to write a powerful letter. Learn how to prepare them to help you get accepted.

How to Collect Feedback and Polish Your Essays

Learn how to get the right feedback on your essays to make them shine! We share expert tips for editing and polishing your writing.

Columbia Business School: Interview Tips

Get into CBS! Learn how to impress the admissions committee with a guide to common questions, key strategies, and expert tips.

What Do You Want to Accomplish with Your MBA Essays?

Move beyond the basics. Learn how to craft MBA application essays that tell your unique story and prove you belong at your dream school.

Supplementary Letters

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

MBA Resume: 3 Tips for Success

Craft an MBA resume that gets noticed. We break down three essential tips to help you highlight your experience and land an interview.

Intangibles

It's all about the hustle. We break down the "intangible" factors that can set your MBA application apart and help you get accepted.

Kellogg Interview Tips

Get into Kellogg! Learn what to expect, common questions, and how to impress the admissions committee with a guide to key strategies and expert tips.

MBA Resume: Community Service & Leadership

Learn how to showcase your community service and leadership experience on your MBA resume to make a lasting impression on the admissions committee.

MBA Resume: Work Experience

Your work experience is key to getting in. Learn how to highlight your professional accomplishments and impress the admissions committee.

What Parts of the MBA Application Are the Most Important?

MBA admissions are holistic, but some elements carry more weight than others. Learn what to focus on to stand out and get into your dream school.

2023-2024 Essay Prompts for the Top 10 MBA Programs

Get into your dream MBA program! We break down the example essay prompts for the top 10 schools.

Chicago Booth: Interview Tips

Prepare for your Chicago Booth interview with key insights and proven strategies to impress the admissions committee and secure your spot.

The GMAT and GRE: A Comprehensive Overview

Deciding between the GMAT and GRE? This comprehensive guide breaks down each exam to help you choose the right test for you.

Example of a Winning Kellogg Personal Statement - Leadership Amidst Uncertainty

A breakdown of an actual personal statement that got a deferred candidate admitted to the Kellogg School of Management, focusing on how they addressed the prompt to "educate, equip and inspire brave leaders who create lasting value."