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Three Tricky GRE Quant Questions
An overview of 3 tricky quant questions for the GRE.
Need Based Scholarship Essay Response
Need Based Scholarship Essay Response (successful in 50% scholarship)
15 Challenging GMAT Questions
An overview of 15 challenging GMAT questions and walkthroughs.
Columbia Business School: Recommender Guide
A template to ensure you have strong recommendations for your Columbia Business School application.
How to Ace the Wharton TBD (From an Ex-Admissions Fellow)
The Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) is unlike any other MBA interview—a fast-paced, collaborative exercise designed to test how you think, communicate, and lead in a group setting. In this session, Brian B., a Wharton MBA graduate (with honors) and former Admissions Fellow who helped run Wharton’s TBDs, will share insider insight into what the admissions team is really looking for. Having coached dozens of MBA candidates, Brian will walk you through how to prepare effectively, contribute with confidence, and stand out as both a strong teammate and leader. Whether you’ve received your Wharton invite or are planning ahead, you’ll leave this session with actionable frameworks and strategies to excel in the TBD.
Darden MBA Example Essay 2: Post-MBA Goals
A successful example of a Darden Essay Prompt 2 response on short and long-term post-MBA goals, which secured the applicant’s acceptance to Darden.
Deferred MBA Deep Dive: What You Need to Know Now
In this panel, join admissions experts Justin K., Kelsey K., and Siri G. who will break down everything you need to know about deferred MBA programs so that you have a concrete strategy going into application season. You’ll learn how these programs work, what top schools are looking for in college seniors and early-career applicants, and how to start building a strong application now. Check out their profiles here: Justin K. - Former BCG consultant and MIT Sloan MBA student with a strong record helping candidates land MBB offers and top MBA admits Kelsey K. - Former M7 Admissions Director and Columbia Business School Admissions Committee member with a 93% client acceptance rate and $180K average scholarship awards Siri G. - Accepted to deferred MBA programs at Harvard and Wharton from a non-target school through authentic, story-driven applications
The Deferred Blueprint: A Detailed Guide to Breaking into M7 as a Deferred Applicant
Applying to deferred MBA programs can feel like a black box—especially when it comes to the ultra-competitive M7 schools. In this session, expert coach Tim F. will break down exactly what it takes to stand out as a deferred applicant. By the end, you’ll have a step-by-step blueprint for building a competitive application and putting yourself on the fast track to an M7 admit.
NYU MBA Example Admitted Essays
NYU Stern MBA Example Admitted Essays - 2024-25 cycle
Networking & Events Tracker
A customizable tracker to help you organize your Kellogg networking efforts and reference in applications and interviews.
Columbia Sample Essay - PPIL
PPIL essay response for successful admit application.
How to Ace the Wharton TBD (From an Ex-Admissions Fellow)
The Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) is unlike any other MBA interview—a fast-paced, collaborative exercise designed to test how you think, communicate, and lead in a group setting. In this session, Brian B., a Wharton MBA graduate (with honors) and former Admissions Fellow who helped run Wharton’s TBDs, will share insider insight into what the admissions team is really looking for. Having coached dozens of MBA candidates, Brian will walk you through how to prepare effectively, contribute with confidence, and stand out as both a strong teammate and leader.
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.
CBS MBA Example Essays
CBS MBA successful example essays. Asian Male - Consulting.
Building a Strong Narrative
Learn a step-by-step framework for identifying your Kellogg “MBA Story”: your cohesive story across essays, resume, and interviews.
Power Verbs for MBA Applications
A curated list of impactful action verbs to help you write stronger, results-driven essays and resumes that convey leadership, initiative, and impact.
Awards & Activities
A tactical guide to highlighting your leadership, impact, and global experiences in Kellogg’s awards and activities sections.
