I ended up working with Michel through the comprehensive package. Michel brought amazing organization and structure to every part of the admissions process, ensuring my essays and interview preparation were thorough and well-executed. At the start we worked through all the details that could be beneficial to my application from goals and career progression to my life story. Beyond the tactical application support, she was a genuinely encouraging presence during an inherently stressful time, helping me manage anxiety and stay focused when it mattered most. She was extremely responsive at all times, and very flexible with her calendar. I cannot recommend her enough, working with Michel was one of the best decisions I made throughout this process. I would go on to receive offers from Wharton, Kellogg, and Booth.

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Strengths:

Personalizad attention throughout the application process. Brings out the best in you.

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No notes! Heidi was prefect!

Heidi exceeded all expectations! From the start she was very good in helping me find the story I wanted to tell. We reviewed my background, determined what worked and what didn't, and planned out the whole application process. She gave me excellent feedback and helped me through every challenge. I felt supported every step of the way and she would always make time to help me no matter the hours. I would highly recommend for anyone looking to take their MBA applications to the next level. Especially for the top schools like Stanford, HBS and Wharton. Thank you Heidi for everything!!! You are awesome!!!!

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Working with Silpa has been an incredible experience, and I truly don’t think I would have gotten into my dream school without her guidance and mentorship. She has a unique ability to deeply understand your personality, your story, and your aspirations, and then help shape them in a way that highlights the most unique, compelling, and, most importantly, authentic aspects of who you are.

Silpa has an exceptional eye for detail and an amazing memory. She remembers even the smallest things you mention and is able to connect them in meaningful ways. In fact, she often reminded me of lived experiences and accomplishments that I had completely forgotten about, which ended up becoming valuable parts of my application story.

Beyond her expertise, Silpa is genuinely wonderful to work with. She makes what can be a stressful and overwhelming process feel exciting and manageable. She truly cares about her clients and is deeply invested in their success. I always felt supported, encouraged, and confident throughout the journey.

I cannot recommend Silpa highly enough to anyone looking for an MBA consultant who is insightful, strategic, and truly cares about helping you put your best foot forward.

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I’m so grateful to Becca for her support throughout my MBA application journey. Coming into the process, I didn’t have a network of friends or colleagues who had gone through MBA applications before, and I was coming from a relatively non-traditional background - so it initially all felt quite overwhelming and difficult to navigate.
Becca helped me bring my story to life in a way that felt both authentic and compelling. Just as importantly, she gave me the structure and clarity I needed to map out my career vision and connect the dots across my experiences in a way that finally made sense.
She struck an incredible balance between being supportive and challenging - pushing me to think more deeply, refine my ideas, and communicate them with confidence. I always felt that she genuinely cared about my journey and outcome.
Thanks to her guidance, I ultimately received offers from several dream schools - which felt almost unfathomable when I started this process - including HBS. I’m incredibly grateful for her role in helping me get there.
I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone navigating the MBA admissions process, particularly those coming from non-traditional backgrounds.

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I came into this process as a non-traditional candidate with a background that didn't fit the typical MBA mold. My biggest challenge wasn't my experience, it was my confidence and knowing how to tell my own story in a way that would resonate with top programs. Working with Silpa changed that completely.
Silpa guided me through every step of applying to 10 schools, and I received offers from 9 of them: Columbia, Chicago Booth, Darden, Fuqua, Haas, Cornell Johnson, Ross, Tuck, and Yale SOM. Across those admits, I received substantial scholarship offers, including a full ride. Those results speak for themselves, but what I want to highlight is how she got me there. From the very beginning, she took the time to understand my background at a granular level, drawing out themes and strengths I genuinely could not see in myself. She helped me craft each piece of my application with care and intentionality, making sure my voice came through in every essay, recommendation brief, and personal statement.
What I appreciated most was how available and present she was throughout the entire process. I had so many questions, so much anxiety, and so many moments of self-doubt, and Silpa was there for all of it. She was warm, patient, and endlessly encouraging without ever being unrealistic. She fielded my questions no matter how small, turned around feedback quickly, and always made me feel like my success genuinely mattered to her.
For anyone coming from a non-traditional background who isn't sure their story is compelling enough, Silpa is exactly who you need. She will find the gold in your narrative and help you present it with confidence. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

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Strengths:

The comprehensive school package was truly a white glove service that gave me a clear roadmap for every part of the application.

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Nothing, Heidi was incredible from start to finish.

Heidi was a game changer for my applications. I walked into this process unsure of what I wanted to pursue, what schools I was targeting, and questioned if I was “good enough” to apply to the top programs. Right away, Heidi eased my anxiety by breaking down the application process into manageable, bite-size components and creating a step-by-step strategy for how we would tackle every part of my application from start to finish. Additionally, Heidi’s level of professionalism and responsiveness to my messages was exceptional. What I valued most about working with Heidi was her introspective approach. She helped me gain real clarity on my career vision by starting with my core values, what genuinely drives me, and connecting that to the “why” behind my decisions (both professional and personal) and future goals. That foundation made my entire application feel both compelling and cohesive. It created a clear, consistent narrative thread that tied everything together, making it easy for admissions teams to understand not just what I’ve accomplished, but why I’m pursuing an MBA and where I want to go next.

I chose the 3 school package and Heidi was there for every step of the process from advising me on where to improve my GRE score to helping me identify the right recommenders and negotiating my scholarship offers. Not only did Heidi help me achieve acceptances to Columbia, MIT, Kellogg, and Booth (all with significant scholarships), but she helped me become more confident and empowered me to believe I can achieve something that seemed impossible.

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Strengths:

- very timely feedback
- always available to chat
- realistic but positive outlook on application

Would make the product better:

- support for scholarship essays

Silpa is a one of a kind consultant. I would not have expected a year ago that I would get into all the schools that I applied to, and that with scholarship packages. My acceptances are in large parts of the support that I received from Silpa. Her strong understanding of the AdCom and what they look for in candidates is clear. Every essay was thoroughly reviewed several times and resume was fine tuned until it truly communicated my experience in a method that would speak to business schools. She provided clear feedback on each application item and worked with me over meetings to revise them to ensure success. Most importantly, Silpa is a consulstant who truly cares for each of her clients. She sees the best in each applicant, encouraging them to think big, while also being realistic about how to improve their chances of acceptances. If you want to ensure a competitive application to business school, Silpa is the consultant you should be working with.

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I worked with Emma throughout my entire MBA application process, and I must say it was a true blessing that our paths crossed.

Emma was an essential part of my application journey. She was always honest about my chances with each school, giving me the freedom to decide whether to proceed with an application or not. Since I was unfamiliar with the process, I followed Emma’s advice—and the outcome was exceptional. Almost every school I applied to accepted me.

Emma contributed immensely throughout the journey. She provided invaluable support in preparing my application, taking the time to truly understand who I am, my background, and my aspirations. You can genuinely feel that Emma goes the extra mile to find that special something that helps admissions committees see why you are a perfect fit for their MBA program.

Beyond grades, test scores, and background, Emma was instrumental in helping me structure my story—my background and my goals for pursuing an MBA.
Emma was also there during moments of doubt or when I felt less optimistic about my chances. As the application process moved forward, I realized that everything Emma said and advised was coming true, which gave me confidence.

I cannot thank Emma enough for helping me achieve this long-term goal of earning an MBA. She not only assisted in structuring my goals and background but also helped me gain confidence that extends far beyond the MBA application process.

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Strengths:

The fact that your coach (in my case, Heidi), is there with you every step of the way to make sure everything is correct is absolutely great.

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Nothing comes to mind

From early in the process, Heidi knew exactly when to advise me to focus on other initiatives (like the GMAT) and when to push harder on applications. She struck a perfect balance between encouraging me to dig deeper to find the answers within myself and taking a more proactive approach to help craft my story. I applied to MIT, NYU, Stanford, and Kellogg, and was admitted to all but MIT (where I applied in Round 2 as an international student—something they generally recommend against). I am certain I wouldn't have achieved these results without Heidi’s guidance. Highly recommend!

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Strengths:

The hourly consulting format worked really well for me because of the flexibility it offered. I was able to focus on exactly what I needed at each stage of the process, which made every session feel efficient and high impact. Even in a limited amount of time, I still benefited from Fortuna’s deep admissions expertise and insider perspective, which was incredibly valuable.

Would make the product better:

One area for improvement would be providing a bit more upfront guidance on how to best allocate hours across different parts of the application, especially for applicants going through the process for the first time.

I worked with Sharon Joyce through Fortuna Admissions and I truly cannot recommend her enough!!!!! She is as good as they come!!!

From the very beginning, Sharon took a really personal approach. She spent time getting to know me, my background, and what I actually wanted out of an MBA, which made a huge difference when it came to shaping my story. Nothing ever felt generic and every part of my application felt like it genuinely reflected me. She was extremely thoughtful.

She was also responsive and candid throughout the entire process. I always appreciated how direct she was with feedback, whether it was on essays, positioning, or overall strategy. It made the process feel a lot less overwhelming knowing I could trust her to be honest and thoughtful in her guidance.

Another huge plus was how supportive she was while I was studying for the GRE. She recommended great tutors and was consistently encouraging during that part of the process, which honestly made a big difference in staying motivated.

With Sharon’s guidance, I was accepted to Berkeley Haas and I really do not think I could have gotten there without her. She helped me not only strengthen my application but also feel confident in how I was presenting myself.

Overall, I am incredibly grateful to have worked with her and would highly recommend her to anyone going through the MBA admissions process.

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