Data Science Master’s Admissions Experts

While attending the University of Chicago as a PhD student, I mentored master's degree students and worked in MBA admissions. I then returned to California and worked in admissions for the Haas School of Business. After spending years in admissions, I am very interested in helping grad school applicants succeed. Lately most of my clients have applied to Finance, Management, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, and Financial Engineering programs within top business schools, but I have also helped clients apply to Public Health, Economics, and Art History programs. If your budget is tight, please let me know so that we can figure out how to work together.

Applying to a Master’s program is more than just submitting an application—it’s about crafting a compelling story, showcasing your strengths, and aligning your education with your long-term goals. That’s where I come in. ✅ A Decade of Experience in Adult Learning & Mentorship With over 10 years of experience in adult learning programs and mentoring, I’ve helped more than 30 students successfully gain admission to their desired Master’s programs. I don’t just help you apply—I help you find clarity in your interests, passions, and the right academic path. ✅ Deep Understanding of Education & Career Growth I spent nearly 7 years at IIM Ahmedabad, working at the intersection of education, leadership, and personal development. My background in founding two organizations has given me real-world insights into how to shape a career that is both impactful and fulfilling. ✅ Personalized & Strategic Approach Every student is unique, and I tailor my coaching to fit your specific needs. Whether you’re: ✔️ Still figuring out your interests and need guidance on choosing the right program ✔️ Working on your applications and need support with essays, resumes, and interviews ✔️ Looking beyond admissions to set yourself up for success in graduate school and beyond I provide structured, personalized guidance that helps you put your best foot forward. ✅ Beyond Admissions: Your Long-Term Success Matters Getting into a Master’s program is just the first step. My coaching helps you: Make informed decisions about your career path Build skills for success in graduate school Develop a strong personal narrative that aligns with your future goals Let’s Make It Happen! If you're ready to take the next step in your academic and career journey, let’s work together. I’ll help you unlock your potential, navigate your path, and get into the program that’s right for you.

Welcome to my profile! With a Master of Finance in Financial Engineering from MIT and a B.Tech from IIT Roorkee, I bring a strong academic foundation to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles as a Quantitative Analyst at Goldman Sachs and a Quantitative Researcher at a High Frequency Trading Firm, equipping me with real-world insights into the finance industry. As a former Graduate Teaching Assistant at MIT, I have a passion for mentoring and have helped numerous students navigate the complexities of master's program applications. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy or need guidance on essays and interviews, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and chart your path to a top master's program!

Hi, I’m Madeleine! I am a former Harvard admissions team member, while being a graduate student at Harvard University. I'm an expert in nailing the admissions interview, and I have coached more than 500 students through highly selective interview process ranging from undergraduate, graduate, and private K12 schools. I know how strong interviews create positive bias that follows you into committee and elevates your entire application. I have a unique multifaceted approach based on my rare interdisciplinary background: • Harvard-trained: Harvard admissions insight and extensive network - • Athlete mindset: Performance and mindset coaching from being a NCAA Division I Athlete, and turned Pro Athlete • PR Psychology: As the spokesperson for a global tech company, having done 100+ conference panels, webinars, and podcasts, I know how to infuse the • Proven success helping 500 plus students shine in selective interviews, including admits to MIT, Cornell, UT Austin, Harvard, and Columbia Let's make your BEST self shine through, and BOOST your entire application together!

After reviewing thousands of graduate applications during my 15 years in admissions, I learned that the strongest applications are rarely the ones with the longest résumés or the most polished essays. As a former Associate Director of Recruitment and Admission at the USC Price School of Public Policy, I know admissions committees aren't looking for perfection. They're looking for applicants who have a clear sense of purpose and can communicate how their experiences, values, and future goals fit together into a compelling, cohesive narrative. That's the foundation of my work. I help applicants gain the clarity and confidence to make decisions aligned with their strengths, values, and long term goals, then translate that into an authentic application that stands out. Whether you're unsure how to tell your story, deciding between graduate programs, or applying to a highly competitive field, I'll help you communicate not just what you've done, but why it matters and where you're headed. I'll help you communicate not just what you've done, but why it matters and where you're headed. That's what makes applications stand out. My work is especially valuable for applicants who: ✨ Have meaningful professional experience but struggle to translate it into a clear, cohesive application narrative. 🌱 Feel that their essays are polished but still missing the deeper story that connects their experiences, motivations, and goals. 🔄 Are navigating a career transition and want to position it as an evolution rather than a weakness. 🎓 Are first generation students, LGBTQ+, students of color, or from historically underrepresented communities seeking guidance from someone who understands the importance of honoring your lived experience. ⚖️ Are applying to joint or concurrent degree programs and need help creating a cohesive narrative across multiple disciplines. 🌍 Want to create meaningful impact through public service, policy, social innovation, or systems change. If you're looking for thoughtful, personalized guidance throughout the graduate admissions process, I'd be honored to help you create an application that reflects your strengths, your purpose, and your potential. Not sure if we're the right fit? Watch my recent masterclass on Leland+ to learn more about my approach to graduate admissions and how I help students build applications with clarity and purpose.

I turned my own skill with graduate-school applications--including admission to the US's top clinical psychology Master's/PhD program--into a way to help other applicants succeed. I do that by helping them find the right stories to tell and put their best foot forward, using my experience/success not only with applications but with writing fiction, narrative non-fiction, screenplays, and other story-driven work. Story is the best way to show admissions committees the "person behind the profile." That's what I help my clients do.

My diverse experiences, from Deloitte and Samsung’s Global Strategy Group to high-growth tech startups and the halls of UCLA and USC, have given me a cross-industry, cross-functional perspective on what it takes to build a compelling graduate application. I’ve worked with applicants to master’s and specialized graduate programs across disciplines ranging from business and finance to healthcare, education, data science, and engineering, and I understand what each type of program is looking for and how to position your unique background to meet it. My commitment is to help you articulate your unique story and personal brand in an authentic and engaging way, ensuring that every aspect of your application reflects your full potential and speaks directly to the program you’re targeting. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗜’𝗺 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀. My approach is highly personalized. We’ll start with an in-depth conversation about your background, experiences, and aspirations. I’ll help you identify the programs that best fit your goals, coach you through every step of the application process, and provide honest, actionable feedback. With my support, you’ll approach each application component (i.e. personal statements, recommendations, resumes, and interviews) with confidence, showcasing your full potential. I work with a select group of clients each cycle to give each engagement the attention it deserves and ensure that no one gets lost in the shuffle. The results speak for themselves: ➤ 100% of clients receive offers of admissions. ➤ Clients admitted to Harvard, Stanford, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern, University of Chicago, MIT, Columbia, Berkeley, NYU, Yale, Duke, Dartmouth, UVA, UCLA, and USC. I hold an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a BA from Swarthmore College and LSE.

Welcome to my profile! With a J.D./LL.M. in International and Comparative Law from Duke University and a B.A. in French and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I bring a robust academic background to my coaching. My experience spans several roles, including Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where I gained invaluable insights into the admissions process. I've successfully guided numerous clients through the complexities of master's program applications. Whether you're aiming for a top-tier program or need strategic advice on your application, I'm here to help you craft a compelling narrative. Looking forward to connecting!

I help Master’s applicants clarify which degree and program fit their goals, strengthen their applicant-authored materials, and make financially informed decisions about graduate study. My work spans research-oriented and professional programs, including applicants pursuing career advancement, a career change, research preparation, or a future doctoral pathway. We can work on degree and program discernment, application strategy, statements and resumes, recommendations, funding and affordability, interviews, and offer comparison. Sometimes the question is how to strengthen an application. Sometimes it is whether graduate school—or a particular degree, program, cost, and community—is truly the right next step. My aim is to help you make both a strong application and a thoughtful decision about the education and environment you are choosing.

MBA & MASTER'S COACHING, WRITING EXPERTISE & GMAT WORK • Stanford GSB Alum, Class of 2021 -- see relevant experience sets below: • Coaching | Advised multiple admits into Stanford GSB, HBS, Wharton, Kellogg, MIT Sloan, INSEAD, Haas, and more (see >20 Leland reviews), while teaching multiple courses through Leland • Professional Writing | Speechwriting in public policy & political environments, Lead Editor for Nondisclosure (Stanford GSB's magazine) and Managing Editor for the Stanford International Policy Review • GMAT / Test-Taking | Scored in the highest percentile of GMAT test-takers (99th), but more importantly I've honed my ability to help others extrapolate top test-testing strategies in the areas they're weakest • Interview Training | I'm interview-trained for McKinsey, allowing me to give high-quality mock interviews for MBBs and any MBA program • Additional Writing | Crafting op-eds, ghostwriting for major publications, developing a fictional short story collection, policy deep dives, a book on chess applications to life, and application essays of all sorts CAREER • What I'm Doing Now | Based in NYC working on a stealth, marketplace startup while continuing various forms of advisory work • Public Policy | Prior to Stanford, worked on the Policy Team for the Chicago Mayor's Office under Mayor Rahm Emanuel, focusing on 5G infrastructure policy, criminal justice policy, and citywide corporate/economic development deals • McKinsey | Before policy, worked at McKinsey & Co , with casework focused on job training for the formerly incarcerated and workforce development for at-risk youth • PE / VC / Startup Advising | After Stanford, worked in Bain's Private Equity Group on various due diliegences, managed deals with several venture capital firms, and advised multiple startups on growth and go-to-market strategy