Online MBA Admissions Coaches

With an MBA from Columbia Business School, where I served as both a student and alumni interviewer, I bring firsthand insights into the admissions process. As a former Head Admissions Consultant at Veritas Prep, I have over a decade of experience guiding 62 clients to success in their MBA applications. My background in strategic roles at Gartner and American Express, combined with my consulting experience at Deloitte, equips me with a unique perspective to help you craft a compelling application. Let's work together to highlight your strengths and secure your spot at a top business school. Reach out to start your journey today!

Over 10 years in graduate admissions, I bring a wealth of experience in admissions and recruitment to help you navigate the MBA application process. As the former Director of Masters Admissions and Recruitment at Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business, I have conducted evaluative interviews and reviewed 300-400 applications per cycle, giving me deep insights into what top programs and adcoms are looking for. I have successfully coached clients, helping them craft compelling applications and secure spots at their dream schools. Let's work together to develop a personalized strategy that highlights your unique strengths and maximizes your chances of success. Reach out to start your journey today!

I am a professional with over 20 years of experience in industry and admissions. I have an MBA (Darden) and PhD (Michigan State). I enjoy coaching individuals regarding their higher education goals.

🎉 Dozens of candidates I've worked with have got into Stanford GSB, Harvard, Wharton & the rest of M7 🎉 ⏳ Fair, honest pricing: 4-5 hours for one school, 8-12 for 3+ is almost always sufficient⏳ 💰 Check out my packages for discounts, or ask me for 50% off your 1st hour 💰 My story: I was 23. My GMAT was an uneven 710: 99th percentile verbal, 55th(!) non-verbal. My major was English literature. I was at a non-MBB consulting firm with zero US brand recognition. I had less than 3 years of work experience. I couldn't afford an admissions consultant. And yet... I got in. How? Because I'm an expert-level storyteller. And telling your story is >50% of your application. A bad story can kill an otherwise-great application. A GREAT story can make up for a mediocre GMAT, so-so work experience, etc. Beyond your qualifications and institutions, you have several short- and long-form essay/answer prompts, plus 2 letters of reference. Together, these present you with an opportunity to craft a COMPELLING, HOLISTIC narrative for why you belong at the business school of your dreams. What got me over the line and won the heart of my AdCom reviewer was that I treated these answers not as distinct opportunities to shine, but a tapestry through which I wove a singular, compelling narrative thread. On Leland, I help others achieve the same. I am confident that any life, no matter how mundane-feeling, carries a powerful growth story. I will help you tell that story in a way that feels authentic and inspiring, making your offer a no-brainer to AdCom. I work with candidates for any school, and have a range of approaches based on your specific needs & working style. I particularly love to support international applicants - the US has a very specific, slightly opaque culture and set of values that I've had the privilege of adopting, through the lens of both a Brit (where I grew up) and a Russian (where I was born). No need to message ahead - my calendar is up to date. Schedule an intro call anytime!

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.