Before I found Nisha, I had met with several other admissions consultants from other companies, and I left each meeting feeling discouraged. The feedback was either too general to apply to my specific circumstances or so it was so negative that it made me anxiously second-guess everything. Nisha manages to balance honest and constructive feedback with a positive and supportive attitude that made me feel confident about my career goals and how I expressed them in my applications. There were instances where we needed to scrap essay ideas and start from scratch, and Nisha helped me brainstorm ideas, combining my personal input with her expertise to land on essay topics that we both felt good about. The advice I received was honest, actionable, and personalized to my specific story and goals. In the end, I secured acceptances to 3 of the 4 T10 schools I applied to in Round 1, with some generous scholarship offers from a couple as well. Very happy with how everything worked out and I can't recommend Nisha and MBAmission enough!

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Harold was instrumental to my MBA application. I planned to DIY my application, and have an advisor to only triangulate and review my essays in a targeted manner. I feel compelled to share that I was impressed by the value of Harold’s highly effective essay review, feedback, and suggestion. The specificity and criticalness formed stark contrast with feedback I was getting from AI.

Another element that I wanted to share was that even though I was an hourly client, I did not feel that I was the second priority. I was sensing that hourly clients would tend to be de-prioritized from speaking with other advisors during free consultation sessions, but Harold’s responsiveness and quality of advice soon assured me that it would not be the case working with him.

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Working with Harold genuinely changed how I approached the entire application process.
From the beginning, he was very personally invested in my application. I never felt like just another client. He took the time to really understand my background, my goals, and what I was trying to communicate, and pushed me to think more deeply about all of it.
A lot of his feedback was not just about making essays better. It was about getting to something more honest and more compelling. I remember a few moments where he challenged how I was framing my story or career goals, and those conversations ended up being some of the most valuable parts of the process.
He was also incredibly responsive, which made a big difference given how fast everything moves. Turnaround times were consistently quick, and I always felt like I could reach out with questions or ideas and get thoughtful feedback right away.
Just as important, he was very easy to work with. The process can get pretty stressful at times, and he struck the right balance of pushing me while also being supportive and encouraging throughout.
I was fortunate to be admitted to my top choice (HSW), and I do not know if I would have gotten there without Harold’s help. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone going through the process.

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Strengths:

Organization, Creative Writing, & Efficiency.

Gavriella is truly amazing and extremely understanding. I reached out to Gavriella out of pure desperation for help with my MBA applications and we hit the ground running. She was very intentional with her questions and helped with crafting a story that MBA admission boards would love. She replies right away and I knew I was in great hands once we started meeting. She kept me organized and helped me reach my goals even with all the pressure from work. Consultants can be another cost, but a consultant like Gavriella is priceless! I will be recommending Gavriella to anyone looking to pursue their graduate goals and I can not thank her enough.

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Harold was an outstanding partner throughout my MBA application journey. What I appreciated most was his strategy. Before working with him, I did not fully understand the importance of early admission rounds, test waivers, and how these could create leverage later in the process. Thanks to his guidance, I applied during an early admission period with a test waiver, and that turned out to be a very successful approach.

His advice also directly shaped my scholarship outcome. There was one school I was not originally planning to apply to, but Harold encouraged me to consider it. That decision became especially important because I received a scholarship from that top school, which then helped me negotiate successfully with the school I most wanted to attend. In the end, his strategic guidance helped me get into the school I truly wanted with a stronger financial outcome.

Beyond strategy, Harold was always highly responsive. He was there when I needed him, and that gave me a lot of confidence during a stressful process. His communication style was another major strength. He was consistently positive, encouraging, and motivating, which made a real difference throughout the journey.

He also gave very sharp and practical feedback on my resume. His comments were not superficial. They were critical in helping me strengthen how I presented my experience and achievements.

Overall, what I value most about working with Harold was his thoughtful admissions strategy, especially around early applications, test waivers, and scholarship negotiation. His support made a real difference in my results, and I would strongly recommend him to any MBA applicant.

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Gavi was a great partner throughout my application process. She was especially helpful in identifying the core message I wanted to convey in my essays and ensuring there was clear, consistent linkage between the essay prompts, my experiences, and how they connected to my post-MBA goals. Coming from an engineering background, I also really valued how she helped translate my skillset into a more compelling narrative. She also pushed me to fully own my background and recognize how my path was atypical in a way that strengthened my story.

She was a great motivator and played a big role in building my confidence throughout the process. I truly believe the way she helped me articulate who I am is what enabled me to gain admission to top programs.

If I were to do this again, I would spend more time upfront (1 or 2 hours) aligning on overall fundamentals and positioning, since many essays across schools follow a similar structure. From there, you can carry that foundation forward and adapt it across applications. Overall, I really appreciated her guidance and would highly recommend her.

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Debbie was an incredible source of support throughout the MBA application process. Before working with her, I had a negative experience with another admissions coach and was feeling discouraged about my application/story. I decided to work with Debbie after reading strong reviews and having a positive intro call. From that first conversation, I could tell she was genuine and dedicated to helping applicant’s put their best self forward.

I purchased the hourly package for application support, and she went above and beyond. She answered all of my questions whether it was brainstorming ideas, selecting which experiences to highlight for different essay prompts, giving detailed essay feedback, and sharing thoughtful insights. She also advised me on a clear throughline for my short/long term career goals.

Debbie is warm, encouraging, and supportive, while keeping it real. She was timely with her feedback and overall amazing to work with. I recommend Debbie to anyone looking for a thoughtful partner throughout the application process, and for those looking to apply to top programs!

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Working with Susan allowed me to approach the business school application process with far more clarity and confidence. She helped me refine my story and articulate my experiences in a way that felt authentic while also making my essays much stronger and more compelling. Her thoughtful feedback, strategic guidance, and interview preparation materials made the entire process feel much more manageable.

Would make the product better:

None

Susan was absolutely instrumental in my business school application journey. Her essay edits and thoughtful feedback helped me clearly articulate my story while making my applications stronger and more compelling. She has an incredible ability to identify what makes your experiences unique and help you communicate them in a way that resonates with admissions committees while still feeling authentic to your voice.

She also provided fantastic interview prep materials and guidance that gave me so much confidence going into each interview.

Susan was always responsive and took the time to answer my many questions - whether about schools, the application process, or the GMAT. Throughout the entire process, she was thoughtful, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable. Applying to business school can feel overwhelming, but Susan’s structured approach and steady guidance made the experience far more manageable.

I am so grateful to have had Susan's support throughout this process. I truly believe I could not have done it without her and I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone navigating the business school application process!

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Strengths:

Great team of consultants. I had the flexibility to use my 5 hours purchased in whatever manner I chose with Kate Richardson. Kate was amazing. I was able to have easy back and forths with her over video chat as well as through email conversations. Very useful commentary and feedback on my writing content as well as writing style, provided improvements to my interview responses, and helped guide my story.

Would make the product better:

Nothing, flexible usage of time is nice. I was also able to work with two consultants which was nice.

I found mbaMission and Kate Richardson through Reddit. I had the flexibility to use my 5 hours, purchased from Kate, in whatever manner I chose. Kate was great: I was able to have easy back-and-forths with her over video chat as well as through email conversations. Kate and the mbaMission team provided me with useful commentary and feedback on my writing content as well as writing style, provided improvements to my interview responses, helped guide my story, and finally helped me decide on my final school. I knew what I wanted to do, just not how to say it; mbaMission helped me get there.

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Strengths:

One of Rachel’s greatest strengths is her deep knowledge of the MBA admissions system and her ability to translate that knowledge into clear, actionable guidance. She has a sharp strategic lens and an exceptional instinct for positioning—helping identify what truly matters in an application and how to bring it to life in a compelling, honest way. She knows how admissions committees think and ensures every piece of the application works together cohesively.

Equally powerful is Rachel’s strength as a motivator and personal coach. She pushed me to aim higher, kept me focused when I felt overwhelmed, and consistently reminded me of my strengths when I doubted myself. She took the time to genuinely get to know me—my background, values, and aspirations—and tailored her approach to what I personally needed to succeed.

Would make the product better:

Nothing!

Rachel Beck was an exceptional MBA consultant and played a pivotal role in my acceptance to Columbia Business School. When I began the process, I was genuinely unsure whether an MBA was the right path for me and struggled to focus my story and long-term goals. Rachel helped me not only navigate the admissions process, but also gain clarity, confidence, and conviction in my decision to pursue an MBA.

She has a deep understanding of the MBA admissions system and an exceptional ability to bring out an applicant’s authentic strengths. Rachel knows exactly how to position experiences in a way that is both strategic and true to who you are. Beyond tactics and execution, she was my biggest motivator throughout the journey and served as a true personal coach—pushing me when I needed accountability and supporting me when I needed reassurance.

What truly sets Rachel apart is how invested she is in her clients. She took the time to genuinely get to know me, my background, values, and aspirations, and tailored her guidance accordingly. She was always quick to respond, thoughtful in her feedback, and deeply committed to my success at every stage of the process.

I truly could not have done this without Rachel’s insight, encouragement, and belief in me. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone considering an MBA and looking for a consultant who combines deep expertise with empathy, honesty, and unwavering support!

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