Leland+ for Traditional Full-Time MBA

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.

How to Write a “Why Stanford” Essay That Stands Out

Actionable guidance on crafting a compelling Stanford GSB essay that clearly connects your goals, values, and motivations with what the school uniquely offers.

MBA Resume Guide: Craft Your Winning One-Pager

Build a sharp, results-driven resume that highlights your impact and fits top MBA standards.

Template: How to Guide your Recommenders

A comprehensive guide for recommenders to craft impactful MBA letters, focusing on key attributes and application requirements for top business schools.

Application Strategies for Non-Traditional Candidates

Learn how to leverage your distinctive background and stand out in the MBA application process!

How to Stand Out in the MBA Applicant Pool

Differentiate your story, showcase impact, and craft an application that grabs top programs’ attention.

Letter of Recommendation Deadlines Tracker – MBA Applications

A spreadsheet to help applicants organize recommender deadlines across schools, ensuring timely submissions and clear communication throughout the application cycle.

Ace MBA Interviews: Strategies for Walk Me Through Your Resume & TMAY

A tactical session focused on nailing two of the most common MBA interview questions with structured approaches, strong storytelling, and tips for tailoring your narrative to each program.

Traditional MBA Candidates: Differentiating Yourself

A strategic session for applicants from common pre-MBA backgrounds—like consulting or finance—focused on how to craft a distinctive narrative, highlight unique experiences, and stand out in a competitive pool.

Getting Into a Top MBA Program: Strategies for Success

An overview session covering key tactics for building a standout MBA application—from defining your story and choosing schools to optimizing each component for maximum impact.

Harvard Business School Application

Full Harvard Application from student

Annotated Sloan Cover Letter

Sloan cover letter with sentence-by-sentence annotation

Ace Your Chicago Booth MBA Interview (2026 Intake)

This practical guide shows you how Booth interviews work and how to prepare effectively, based on real candidate experiences.

MBA Resume Template (Top School Format)

Admissions-Optimized Resume Format Used by Successful Applicants (Editable Word Doc Version)

GSB Admit - Recommendation Letter - Board Chair

Example Recommendation from GSB Admit, by Board Chair of the community service organization they founded

GSB Admit - Why Stanford Essay - Climate VC

Why Stanford essay from finance > climate VC candidate

GSB Admit - Recommendation Letter Example

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

GSB Admit - Rec Letter - Direct Manager VC

Example Direct Manager Recommendation from GSB Admit

GSB & HBS Admit - Resume - Finance / VC - Climate

Resume of American admit to GSB and HBS - GS to VC - Climate Tech

M7 MBA Resume Differentiators - School by School Guide

A detailed school-by-school guide on refining your resume for competitive M7 MBA programs