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Scott Edinburgh Reviews

Company: Personal MBA Coach

A Wharton MBA graduate with a BS from MIT, Scott Edinburgh has been an MBA admissions consultant and career advisor since he founded Boston based Personal MBA Coach in 2008. Through his boutique admissions consulting and tutoring company, he and his team have helped hundreds of applicants around the world get into top MBA, EMBA, part-time MBA and graduate programs as well as advance their careers with a 96% success rate. Last year our clients earned over $6.5M in scholarships. Prior to founding Personal MBA Coach, Scott began his career at Deloitte and worked across consulting, financial services and strategy & corporate development roles. Currently Scott also serves on the Board of Directors for AIGAC, the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants and he is a speaker at events around the world on MBA application strategies.

5.0 /5 Average Rating
Based on 220 reviews
December 18, 2023
cdoerr

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HBS, Booth, and Wharton Admit

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I cannot recommend Scott and his team enough!
They worked with my military schedule limitations seamlessly and helped me complete four Round 1 applications that resulted in multiple admits!
Whether it was brainstorming essay topics or focused interview preparation, everyone I worked with at Personal MBA Coach was a consummate professional! I felt that they really listened to my story and my "why" and helped make sure my submissions painted an accurate picture of what I had to offer the schools. I was able to submit with confidence after working with Scott and his team.
I would recommend to anyone applying to MBA programs!

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December 09, 2023
laderenge

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Scott is the Best - Would Work With Again in a Heartbeat

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Scott helped me bring my voice to my essays and craft a story that was authentic to me. I didn’t want to leave anything on the table applying to M7 schools. Scott is thoughtful, experienced, and objective. He made himself available throughout the process to help me gut check my schools and which pieces of my experience and story to bring out to differentiate myself from other consultants. His expertise and detailed prep plan supported me at every step of the application process and gave me the structure, direction and confidence to stay focused and motivated. I was beyond proud of each of my applications, and received a top scholarship to my top school (M7).

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December 06, 2023
Nicholas77743

Joined: Jul 13, 2021

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Highly Recommend - Personal MBA Coach

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I highly recommend other consultants to use Scott Edinburgh. He is truly the best there is and every aspiring student should learn from him. I really appreciated his support and happy to say that I received an interview from everywhere I applied. Just received two offers and I'm waiting to hear back from 4 schools over the next couple weeks. He is always very responsive and supportive when I was figuring out my post MBA career path. Him and his team are super hardworking, and the packages are very comprehensive. Without his support, I would've been lost and unsure on how I can best stand out in an application.

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November 22, 2023
lucace

Joined: Nov 22, 2023

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M7 Admit

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When I reached out to Scott, he responded promptly and was eager to begin our collaboration. Scott acted swiftly and worked closely with me to ensure my application was polished and submitted according to my preferred timeline. Beyond the genuine care and commitment he demonstrated in shaping my narrative, what truly impressed me during my collaboration with Scott and his team was their talent for prompting thoughtful reflection on the "why." Scott pushed me to delve deeply into the reasons behind my aspirations and consider the tangible benefits the MBA journey would provide in achieving these goals. Importantly, Scott played a crucial role in helping me select the right schools for my MBA journey.

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August 31, 2023
Tejas183

Joined: Oct 23, 2018

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Darden MBA Admit

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I am incredibly grateful for Scott Edinburgh's guidance throughout my MBA application journey. His strategic insights, personalized advice, and attention to detail were instrumental in shaping my application into a compelling narrative. With his help, I was able to showcase my strengths, experiences, and aspirations effectively. Scott's expertise not only improved the quality of my essays but also boosted my confidence during interviews. His unwavering support and commitment to my success made all the difference, and I am thrilled to have been admitted to my dream MBA program. Thank you, Scott, for your exceptional guidance and partnership during the entire MBA application!

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August 28, 2023
zachmass14

Joined: Aug 28, 2023

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Multiple T7 Admits

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Scott was instrumental in my admittance into multiple T7 programs and scholarship awards. When faced with particularly demanding professional and personal demands leading up to round 1 applications, The Personal MBA Coach team was extremely flexible and generous with their time, working tirelessly with me to meet tight deadlines. From application/essay support to interview prep and scholarship negotiating strategy, Scott and his team were with me every step of the way. I owe much of my success to the thoughtful and tailored feedback that The Personal MBA Coach provided throughout the process and I would highly recommend Scott to aspiring students at all stages of their MBA journey.

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July 07, 2023
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Verified GMAT Classic score:
750 Q49 V44

2x Deferred M7 admits!

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Scott and his team are the absolute best! Scott has a ridiculous amount of knowledge about the MBA world, and for every school I applied to, I felt like I was given lots of very specific insights about what that school is looking for, how to approach their particular application, etc. The process of working with Personal MBA Coach is very efficient and comprehensive (including everything from rec letter reviews to mock interviews to infinite essay edits), which makes a complex admissions process far more manageable. Very satisfied with my outcome, and I could not have done it without the help of Scott and his team!

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July 02, 2023
ytc10019

Joined: Jan 03, 2023

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Verified GMAT Classic score:
730 Q49 V39

Dream Come True - Cambridge MBA

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Scott and his team were true heroes in my MBA journey, I decided to apply last minute for the last rounds for LBS and Cambridge which meant I only had 1.5 weeks to work on my applications for the two schools. Scott and his team were instrumental in helping me flesh out my personal statement, goals, and essays. Without their help I don't think I would've gotten to where I am today. Within a week of submitting my applications I was invited to interviews to both schools, and recently I was accepted into Cambridge with a grant. Still waiting to hear back from LBS but this goes to show just how effective Scott and his team are. They were there every step of the way for my nonstop essay edits, interview prep questions, and career worries. Couldn't recommend a better team.

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June 23, 2023
sabfathi

Joined: Mar 09, 2021

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Verified GMAT Classic score:
710 Q45 V42 (Online)

Highly recommend Scott's services!

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Initially, I thought I could handle my MBA application on my own. However, after being waitlisted at my dream school, Wharton, I realized I needed professional help to improve my chances of acceptance. I found Scott and his waitlist strategy package, and he was very responsive and gave me valuable tips and advice during our call. His suggestions were especially helpful since they contradicted some of the advice I had received from friends and family.

Scott’s experience working with Wharton waitlist applicants was evident, and I appreciated his straightforward and honest approach. After following his advice and getting his help with my update letter, I was thrilled to be accepted at Wharton about 1.5 months later. I’m so glad I signed up for Scott’s waitlist strategy. He’s a pro who’s been in the game for a long time, and he knows what he’s doing. I highly recommend Scott to anyone seeking help with their MBA applications, and I wish I had used his services from the beginning. Thanks for everything, Scott!

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June 21, 2023
GCG225

Joined: Jun 21, 2023

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Verified GMAT Classic score:
700 Q42 V44 (Online)

M7 Admit.

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I was originally going to MBA programs next year, but Scott convinced me to take the plunge in round 3. I was initially very skeptical, given that it was already February and I had not even begun to study for, let alone take the gmat. However, Scott guided me through the entire process and helped me put together 5 applications in only two months. I ended up being admitted to 4/5 of my schools with scholarships, including my first choice, Chicago Booth. Thanks Scott!

I'd recommend this service to anyone who is applying to business school. Scott was super responsive and helped me craft my essays, even when I was struggling to articulate my own thoughts. I do not think I could have gotten through this application cycle without him.

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