Traditional Full-Time MBA Admissions Coaches

As a proud NYU Stern MBA graduate with a merit-based scholarship and a spot on the Dean’s List, I bring a wealth of experience from my time as a strategy consultant at Deloitte and in investment banking at FT Partners. I've successfully coached candidates, helping them secure interviews and admissions at prestigious M7 schools, INSEAD, LBS, ISB, and other top programs. My expertise lies in guiding professionals from diverse backgrounds, including tech, finance, engineering, and family businesses, to sharpen their application strategy, essays, and interview skills. As a non-IIT, non-IIM Indian applicant myself, I understand the unique challenges international candidates face and am here to help you craft a compelling narrative. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

I am well-qualified to offer coaching for an MBA program due to my diverse background and relevant education. Notably, I hold an MBA degree from Cornell University, which has provided me with a strong foundation in business principles, strategic thinking, and leadership skills. This academic experience has equipped me with the knowledge to guide MBA students in navigating their programs effectively and achieving their career goals. Additionally, my extensive experience in product marketing and management across top tech companies like NVIDIA, Microsoft, and Google has given me a deep understanding of the business world and the skills required to succeed in it. My leadership roles in the United States Air Force have also honed my ability to mentor and guide individuals towards achieving their objectives. By combining my academic credentials with my professional experience, I can offer valuable insights and practical advice to MBA students, helping them bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. This makes me an ideal candidate to provide coaching for an MBA program.

I’m an MBA coach who combines insider insight with genuine, hands-on support. I’m currently an MBA student at the Kellogg School of Management, where I earned two merit scholarships. I have very recently been through the business school application and decision-making process myself—so I know exactly what works, what’s confusing, and what’s unnecessarily stressful. I specialize in helping candidates craft compelling stories, sharpen their personal narratives, and edit resumes and essays so they clearly communicate impact and potential. Beyond tactics, I focus on mentorship. Whether it's brainstorming alongside you or pressure-testing ideas, my goal is to help you build confidence at every step and feel proud of your application. My goal is for you to feel not just prepared, but empowered: clear on your story, proud of your application, and confident walking into this process knowing you’re putting your best self forward.

First-generation college student Accepted to HBS, Booth, MIT, Columbia, and NYU Stern despite 720 GMAT and overrepresented demographic

Welcome to my profile! As a Columbia Business School MBA graduate and former member of the admissions committee, I have a deep understanding of what top business schools are looking for in applicants. My professional journey spans roles at Oliver Wyman, Guggenheim Partners, and UnitedHealth Group, where I honed my skills in health and life sciences, investment banking, and operations research. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

I'm a first-generation college student and former U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot who had no roadmap to business school. After navigating the process largely from scratch, I was accepted to MIT Sloan, Kellogg, Haas, Fuqua, Darden, and Tuck, and ultimately chose Sloan. That experience of figuring it out without a built-in network is exactly what drives my coaching: I know what it's like to feel lost and I know how to help you find clarity. Since then, I've helped 20+ candidates earn acceptances at programs including HBS, Stanford GSB, Booth, Sloan, Columbia, Kellogg, and others across the top 25. I specialize in helping applicants craft a compelling narrative, especially career changers, veterans, and anyone who feels like their story doesn't fit a traditional mold. If you're not sure where to start or how to stand out, that's exactly where I do my best work.

I am a great MBA coach because of the unique process and framework I developed and followed to obtain admission to multiple top 10 MBA programs. I come from a low-income first generation immigrant and college student background. I have experienced first hand what it's like to undergo the application process as an underdog by multiple measures and emerge victorious. I know how to navigate the common pitfalls and how to build a competitive application that punches above its weight. In addition, I have a passion for passing on the torch to the next generation and pulling folks up as I climb. In my free time I coach/mentor multiple students and professionals that share my background and have repeatedly heard from them that my advice, clear communication, and encouragement was instrumental in helping them achieve their academic and career goals. If you share my tenacious underdog mentality, know you deserve to be in a better place in life, and want someone to help you punch above your weight and navigate all the twists and turns, I am the coach for you!

As a triple admit to top MBA, JD, and Public Policy programs, I bring a wealth of experience surrounding joint degree program admissions including identifying best-fit programs for career growth, crafting a compelling narrative to fit your target institution, and ensuring GMAT and LSAT scores meet institutional requirements. Prior to graduate school, I spent 3 years at the Boston Consulting Group, and have supported multiple consultants in their application efforts to both MBA programs and JD programs. I also have a diverse set of experiences in the non-profit and advocacy space, with experience supporting 'non-traditional' candidate applications. Reach out and we'll work together to get you to a program you are excited about!

I applied only to Stanford GSB, in Round 3, and got in — without any external help or review. I built my application from the ground up, relying on reflection, storytelling, and clarity about what I wanted to say. I’ve since spoken with countless successful applicants, and one thing is clear: beyond your GMAT or GPA, it’s the power of your story that makes the difference. I can help you think deeply about your experiences, identify key themes, and choose stories that resonate. I’ll also help you explore what you might want to get out of business school and what potential paths you could write about — and pursue. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your final application, I’m here to help you make it real, personal, and unforgettable.

Hey there! I'm Katie—I earned dual MBA/MPA degrees at Stanford GSB and SPIA, and coach admissions for MBA, MPA, and fellowship programs for graduate and undergraduate students. I can't wait to meet you and learn more about how we can turn your dreams into achievable goals, together. I grew up in Tennessee, and got life-changing opportunities to gain a higher education through three fully-paid programs: the Jefferson Scholarship, the Knight-Hennessy Scholarship, and Princeton SPIA's funded MPA program. I've successfully navigated admissions to multiple MBA and MPA programs, and have weighed virtually every combination of joint degree and fellowship program out there. I know how high-stakes these application processes can feel, and how important it is to develop an application and interview in a way that reflects what you uniquely bring to the table. Beyond my own experience, I've spent six years serving on scholarship and admissions selection committees. I've seen how reviewers read applications, what makes essays memorable, and how candidates can avoid common obstacles in the process. I've coached +20 students through every stage of the process—from preparing for standardized tests and identifying the right programs, to crafting compelling narratives and preparing for interviews that feel authentic. Beyond working in investment policy, I love exploring running routes through my new hometown of San Francisco, dabbling on the piano, playing tennis at the park up the street, and hosting dinner parties with my wife.