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Sia Admissions

Maximize Admissions Success

Committed to success. We operate with the premise that each client has a unique story to tell.

Committed to Success • Personalized Approach
Why Choose Sia Admissions?

Your Partner in Achieving Business School Dreams

At Sia Admissions, we take a personalized approach to help professionals like you maximize your chances of acceptance into elite MBA programs. With fierce competition at schools like Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton, we're dedicated to boosting your odds with comprehensive support throughout the application process.

Proven Success for Diverse Applicants

For nearly a decade, we've helped professionals from technology, consulting, family businesses, and retail gain admission to M7 and T-20 programs, with a success rate of over 90%. Whether you've faced challenges with previous applications or are starting fresh, our process is designed to enhance your chances.

Founded by Susan Berishaj

Our founder, Susan Berishaj, started Sia Admissions to provide the personal guidance that applicants need. Our coaches pay close attention to detail, helping you craft a compelling narrative that highlights your unique character and aligned goals. We listen deeply, ask insightful questions, and draw out a genuine story that captivates admissions teams.

Limited Clients Per Year

Because of the service level we provide, we take on a limited number of clients each year. We provide best-in-class service and take great pride in the success of our clients—therefore, we take only those that we can work with effectively.

Our Process

Our 6-Phase Approach

A proven, step-by-step process designed to position you for admission to your target schools

01

Uncover Your Story and Define Your Goals

Your personal story is the heart of your application. We collaborate closely to explore the experiences that shape who you are and connect them to your future goals, crafting a powerful narrative that highlights your potential as a future leader.

02

Identify the Right B-School Fit

Finding a business school that aligns with your aspirations goes beyond rankings. We help you pinpoint programs that resonate with your values and develop a tailored application strategy that ensures you stand out.

03

Create Engaging Essays and Resume

Your essays and resume are critical tools for storytelling. We work together to produce clear, engaging materials that effectively communicate how you can contribute to the classroom and thrive beyond it.

04

Secure Meaningful Letters of Recommendation

Strong letters can significantly enhance your application. We help you choose advocates who know you well and can authentically highlight your strengths, and provide guidance to ensure their letters reinforce your central message.

05

Excel in Your MBA Interview

The interview is your chance to demonstrate fit and share your unique story. We conduct mock interviews and provide feedback, helping you discuss your experiences and aspirations confidently while impressing the admissions committee.

06

Make Informed Decisions

From selecting the right school to negotiating scholarships, we help you navigate the final stages of the process. Our guidance ensures you make decisions that align with your goals and set you on the path to success.

Our Packages

Sia Admissions Packages

Choose the package that best fits your needs

Associate

Focused Package

A package for those who:

  • Are seeking to submit top-notch custom SOPs for multiple schools
  • Do not require help with their resume, LOR, or interview (still available a-la-carte)
  • Want to receive individual service and personal contact that goes beyond the initial brainstorming session (online/email and over the phone)
COMPREHENSIVE

Partner

Full Service Package

This package is for those that:

  • Are seeking to submit top-notch, custom MBA packages to school(s), and desire comprehensive coaching and assistance
  • Seeking to leverage the full strength and experience of Sia Admissions by receiving individual services and personal contact (virtual, email, and telephone) throughout all aspects of the application process
  • Require focused attention on all aspects of the MBA application, including resume, LOR, and interview prep
Our Services

Comprehensive Admissions Support

Expert guidance tailored to your unique journey

MBA Admissions Coaching

Work closely with our experts to navigate the intricacies of MBA applications, ensuring your story is compelling and authentic.

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MBA Interview Prep

Rigorous mock interviews and feedback to help you communicate your story with confidence.

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Wharton TBD Mock Interview

Specialized group practice for Wharton's unique Team-Based Discussion, led by experienced facilitators to help you stand out.

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Executive MBA Consulting

Tailored strategies for experienced professionals. We help you balance your career achievements with your future leadership potential.

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Hourly Service

Flexible support for specific parts of your application, exactly when you need it.

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MBA Strategy Circle

Small group coaching that combines personalized strategy with the benefits of peer learning and shared insights.

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PhD Admissions Consulting

Expert guidance for doctorate applications, focusing on your research interests, academic profile, and long-term scholarly goals.

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Susan is more than an MBA consultant. She's a coach.

I could not speak more highly of Susan Berishaj and her MBA admission consulting services. Coming from a non-traditional background with a blip in my professional experience, I was worried about the prospects of getting into business school. With Susan's help, I was able to interview with Stanford GSB and was accepted to 6 of my 7 target schools (Wharton, Yale, Kellogg, Booth, Berkeley-Haas, and NYU), with full-ride scholarship from NYU, significant scholarships from Yale, Kellogg, Booth, and Berkeley.

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Priya Bhaidaswala

GMAT 730 Q49 V41 • Accepted to 6/7 Schools

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Susan is an exceptional MBA admissions consultant!

I cannot recommend Susan enough as an MBA admissions consultant. With Susan's help, I got in to all five schools that I applied to (Wharton, Booth, Kellogg, Haas, and LBS) with several scholarships including my top choice school. Susan led me through a thorough and structured process from start to finish, including personal story and goal development, school selection, application development, recommender support, interview practice, and even acceptance decisions and early recruitment strategizing.

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TomJOSmith

GMAT 770 Q47 V51 • Accepted to 5/5 Schools

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Extremely personalized experience

I was a re-applicant, applying to the same M7 schools that had rejected me in the previous year. I did manage to get some interviews during my first application cycle but fell short. After the rejections, I wasn't too sure on what I had to do differently the second time around. So, I decided to research for consultants and found Susan from Sia Admissions. With Susan's help, I obtained an acceptance letter to an M7 school. It was a lot of work. We went through roughly 10 drafts before each essay and resume submission, and numerous practice interview sessions. But I am glad I worked with Susan because she possesses all the technical tools of a great admissions consultant, in addition to her strong ability in empathizing with applicants.

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jukin

GMAT 680 Q50 V31 • Accepted to M7 School

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I got accepted on my top choice!

I had a great experience working with Susan. Not only was I accepted in my first choice, but I enjoyed the entire application process. In February 2020, I decided to apply to 3 of the top MPP programs (Oxford, LSE and Cambridge). I was overwhelmed by the number of requirements for each school and confused about the entire process, so I started looking for help. I interviewed over 10 consultants and when I spoke with Susan, I knew I wanted to work with her. She is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, listens to them and understands them. This was very important as she was able to help me reflect my goals throughout my application. Even though I knew what I wanted, I didn't know how to put that on paper, and she helped me to do it. She has a methodology in which I learned what the universities were looking for and how would that fit my purpose, increasing the chances of acceptance.

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SandraLSF

Oxford, LSE & Cambridge • Top MPP Programs

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FAQ

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Everything you need to know about working with Sia Admissions

Sia Admissions takes a personalized, story-driven approach. The process is fully one-on-one with Susan and her team, covering discovery (understanding your story), a custom game plan with internal and external deadlines, and iterative crafting of every component of your application. Contact happens virtually, via email, and over the phone throughout the entire engagement.
The Associate package is focused on custom SOPs for multiple schools, with resume, LOR, and interview prep available à la carte. The Partner package is the full-service option, covering SOPs, resume, LOR, and interview prep with personal contact throughout the entire application process. Most applicants seeking comprehensive guidance choose Partner.
The service level Sia Admissions delivers requires deep, sustained engagement with each applicant. By capping client volume each year, Susan and her team can give every applicant the attention required to refine essays through multiple drafts, run thorough interview prep, and stay closely involved across every school on your list. Spots fill early in the cycle, so reaching out sooner rather than later is recommended.
Sia Admissions clients have been accepted to the full M7 (Wharton, Booth, Kellogg, Berkeley-Haas, Yale, NYU, and beyond) as well as top international programs including LBS, INSEAD, Oxford, LSE, and Cambridge. The team works with both U.S. and international applicants targeting top U.S. universities.
Yes. Re-applicants are a meaningful share of past clients — including applicants who were previously rejected by M7 schools and successfully re-applied with Sia's guidance. The process typically involves diagnosing what fell short the first time and reshaping the narrative, school list, and supporting materials accordingly.
Sia Admissions does not offer a traditional sia admissions discount code or public coupon that can be entered at checkout.
Start by submitting an inquiry through the Sia Admissions intake form or contact page. You'll be invited to a brainstorming consultation to discuss your background, target schools, and goals, after which Susan will recommend the package that best fits your situation. Because client capacity is limited, reaching out early in the cycle is recommended.

Ready to Maximize Your Admissions Success?

Schedule your consultation with Sia Admissions today and discover how we can help you craft your unique story for top U.S. universities.

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