Deferred MBA Admissions Coaches

I’m Becky Song, an MBA admissions strategist with 15+ years of experience and a Wharton MBA, specializing in helping candidates earn admits to M7 and T15 programs. As Executive Director of Ivy Journey LLC (https://www.theivyjourney.com/), I’ve coached 200+ MBA applicants to successful outcomes at schools including HBS, Stanford GSB, Wharton, MIT Sloan, Columbia, Kellogg, and Booth. I work with a broad range of profiles — from traditional candidates in consulting, finance, tech, and product roles to non-traditional applicants pursuing career pivots, entrepreneurship, or leadership paths in family-owned businesses. I also have deep experience supporting international candidates, including first-generation applicants and those navigating U.S. MBA admissions from Asia, Europe and other global markets. My core strength is narrative positioning — I believe every candidate has a unique and compelling story to tell, and my role is to help you translate complex professional and personal experiences into clear, adcom-ready stories that convert into interviews. As a former admissions fellow, I also bring insider judgment on what admissions committees actually prioritize, from leadership signal and career logic to differentiation and credibility. I am excited to learn more about you and look forward to supporting you every step of the way. Reach out today to jump start your MBA journey!

Welcome to my profile! I was accepted into deferred MBA programs at the Harvard Business School and Wharton School of Business after graduating from a non-target school with an 82% acceptance rate. I had big dreams in undergrad: get into an M7 business school. But, I had no connections, no target background, and no clue how to get there. I share this because if I can do it, you can too. My journey taught me the power of authentic storytelling. Allow me to share my experience and help you craft a striking application, bringing your unique story to light.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from MIT Sloan and a Master’s in International and Public Affairs from Columbia Business School, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. My professional journey spans roles at top companies like Nike, Hinge, and Nasdaq, where I honed my skills in product management and marketing. I have successfully coached 5 clients, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process and secure spots at their dream schools. Let's work together to craft a standout application that highlights your unique strengths and experiences. Reach out to get started!

I've helped over 1000 applicants from around the world get into Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, INSEAD, and every other top program you can name. I’m Ellin Lolis, founder of Ellin Lolis Consulting, a global MBA admissions firm with a 98.9% success rate. I’ve spent the last 10+ years guiding applicants with a proven, step-by-step methodology that simplifies the process and maximizes results. As a certified career coach and award-winning writer, my approach helps you craft a powerful personal brand, connect your story and values to each program, and submit applications that actually get you in. Clients often say I treat their application like my own. That’s because I do. I bring the same level of strategic precision and emotional support to every engagement, pushing you to deliver your best work while helping you stay grounded and confident along the way. I've collaborated with a range of different clients from every continent, including clients with low GMAT scores, 40+, traditional IB/MBB applicants, and even non-traditional applicants like nuclear scientists and sports journalists. For each, I helped them find their unique voice that helped them stand out in the crowded admissions space. If you’re aiming high and want a coach with the track record, tools, and heart to get you there, I’d love to work with you.

I have advised 100+ applicants pursuing MBA and/or MPP applications to top institutions, helping applications secure admissions and a combined $500,000+ in scholarship money. Yes, that's over 10 candidates a year, with most of them receiving some form of financial aid! I will help you ethically secure scholarship funding where possible post-admissions (I.e., only after you've decided which school you'd like to attend!).