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Consultant Susan McInerny
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All inclusive, unlimited access to super insightful consultant
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Working with Susan was one of the best decisions I made during the application process. I truly believe I wouldn’t be where I am without her insight, guidance, and unwavering support.
From day one, Susan went above and beyond. She knows my target program inside and out, and guided me through every step with clarity and confidence—from early brainstorming to interviews and even after admission results were announced. She was always just a message away and consistently made herself available to review materials and emails, provide thoughtful feedback, or help me work through decisions. For someone unfamiliar with the process, that level of accessibility and reassurance made a world of difference.
What truly sets Susan apart is how deeply she invests in getting to know you. She doesn’t just focus on your resume or career milestones—she genuinely takes the time to understand who you are as a person. She asked thoughtful questions and really listened, which allowed us to craft an application that felt both authentic and compelling. That personal connection showed through in my materials, and I believe this is a true differentiator as it helped my story resonate with the admissions team on a deeper level.
Susan also supported my recommenders—both seasoned executives—with tailored guidance that they found incredibly helpful. They both told me how much they appreciated her insight in helping them understand what the school is truly looking for and how to best frame their recommendations, making the process more strategic and focused.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Susan. She’s thoughtful, respectful, and genuinely committed to your success. Most of all, she’s someone you can trust to walk with you through what can be a very personal and high-stakes journey. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
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Consultant Jessica Shklar
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When I began my MBA journey, I was filled with uncertainty. I had a vague idea of my post-MBA goals, but I struggled to connect my past experiences to a compelling narrative. On top of that, I was unsure which schools were the right fit for me and how to navigate the complex application landscape.
That’s where Jessica came in. After speaking with more than 10 consultants, I immediately knew she was the one after our first call. Jessica’s energy, genuine interest in my story, and deep knowledge of the U.S. MBA landscape reassured me that I was in the right hands. Without hesitation, I decided to work with her—and it was the best decision I made.
From day one, Jessica took the time to deeply understand my personal and professional background, career aspirations, and even my family values. She seamlessly wove all of these elements into my MBA applications, creating a cohesive and compelling narrative. Her expertise in storytelling was invaluable—reading my final applications, I could clearly see the impact she had in helping me craft a powerful and authentic story.
Beyond her professional guidance, Jessica provided unwavering emotional support. The MBA application process is grueling, especially when applying to multiple schools. She consistently reminded me to trust the process, keeping me motivated and focused.
Thanks to Jessica, I was accepted into Columbia Business School—one of my dream schools from the very beginning. If you’re about to embark on your MBA journey, look no further than Jessica. She is truly a game-changer.
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When I began my MBA journey, I was filled with uncertainty. I had a vague idea of my post-MBA goals, but I struggled to connect my past experiences to a compelling narrative. On top of that, I was unsure which schools were the right fit for me and how to navigate the complex application landscape.
That’s where Jessica came in. After speaking with more than 10 consultants, I immediately knew she was the one after our first call. Jessica’s energy, genuine interest in my story, and deep knowledge of the U.S. MBA landscape reassured me that I was in the right hands. Without hesitation, I decided to work with her—and it was the best decision I made.
From day one, Jessica took the time to deeply understand my personal and professional background, career aspirations, and even my family values. She seamlessly wove all of these elements into my MBA applications, creating a cohesive and compelling narrative. Her expertise in storytelling was invaluable—reading my final applications, I could clearly see the impact she had in helping me craft a powerful and authentic story.
Beyond her professional guidance, Jessica provided unwavering emotional support. The MBA application process is grueling, especially when applying to multiple schools. She consistently reminded me to trust the process, keeping me motivated and focused.
Thanks to Jessica, I was accepted into Columbia Business School—one of my dream schools from the very beginning. If you’re about to embark on your MBA journey, look no further than Jessica. She is truly a game-changer.
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Consultant Jen Kedrowski
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I got into my dream school and I truly can’t thank Jen enough!
I met Jen for the first time through a "ding review" a couple of years ago, when I had applied and didn't get in, and I was feeling pretty dejected. But Jen’s thoughtful feedback helped me understand the weaknesses in my application while giving me confidence that I had a strong foundation to build on. From that moment, her guidance was instrumental in every step of my journey.
One of the most impactful parts of working with Jen was our brainstorming calls. She helped me reflect deeply—on my childhood, how I grew up, the choices I made, and the values that matter most to me. These conversations gave me a rock-solid foundation for all my application and ensured that my story was deeply personal and compelling.
Her feedback on my essay was especially invaluable. Given how unique this school's essay prompt is, I had been thinking about it for months before I even started writing. It required intense self-reflection to articulate what truly matters most to me and why. Jen kept pushing me—gently but persistently—until my voice came through clearly and authentically. That process made all the difference.
When it came time for interviews, Jen’s mock interview sessions were a game-changer. She covered a wide range of questions, challenged me to think on my feet, and helped me get a feel for how the real interview would go. She pointed out key areas to prepare for but also ensured I didn’t over-prepare. You want to be authentic and conversational in the interview. Thanks to her, I walked into my interview with confidence and clarity.
Jen’s ability to guide while ensuring I stayed true to myself was remarkable. What sets Jen apart is her ability to nudge you in the right direction without ever making the process feel forced or unnatural. She helped me tell my story in a way that felt genuine, compelling, and true to who I am. Her feedback was always precise, insightful, and—above all—and I could feel how much she truly cared. It was clear that she was just as invested in my success as I was. If you’re looking for an MBA consultant who will help you craft the best possible application without losing your authenticity, I can’t recommend Jen highly enough.
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Consultant Harshad Mali
First and foremost, I truly do not believe I would be in the position of holding three admits—from HBS, Wharton, and MIT Sloan—without Harshad’s guidance and support throughout the application process. From day one, Harshad was realistic about how competitive these schools are, but also incredibly encouraging and pushed me to bring my best to every part of the process.
We started with a 20+ page brainstorming document, and while that felt daunting at first, Harshad’s approach helped me refine my story in a way I never could have done on my own. He has an incredible eye for identifying what makes someone stand out—often drawing attention to experiences or insights I had initially overlooked. What I had dismissed as “just part of the job,” Harshad helped me shape into compelling, differentiated narratives.
One of the qualities that makes Harshad an exceptional coach is his honesty and commitment to high standards. He was never one to sugarcoat feedback or just tell me what I wanted to hear. When an essay wasn’t landing, he told me directly—but he also jumped on calls, worked through the ideas with me, and never let me settle for “just okay.” That combination of candor and support is rare and exactly what I needed.
On top of all that, Harshad was incredibly responsive and dependable. With a demanding job and three top-tier applications to juggle, I can’t overstate how much it helped to have a coach I could count on for fast, thoughtful feedback—often within just a few hours.
Before I started the journey, I hesitated about making the investment in the three-school package. Like many others, I had some sticker shock. But now, on the other side with three dream admits in hand, I can say without hesitation: it was 100% worth it. I wouldn’t have achieved these results without Harshad, and I’m incredibly grateful for his partnership every step of the way.
If you’re on the fence, my advice is simple: go for it. I couldn’t recommend MBA Mission—and Harshad specifically—more highly.
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Consultant Jen Kedrowski
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overall experience and support to create a winning application to a top business school
Jen helped me get an offer from my first choice school! It was very late in the year when I attended the school's open day, which cemented my desire to apply for an MBA. At the event I met a student ambassador, who suggested I reach out to Jen - The second deadline was only a month away and Jen helped me get a winning application together in an incredibly short amount of time! I had been back-packing for the last 2 years with a significant gap in my CV, which added some risk to my application, but Jen was great at helping me formulate a strong narrative throughout the brainstorming process and calls. The support with essays, short questions and interview prep was invaluable. My GMAT score was below the average for the intake and I was rejected from my 4th choice school, an application I did on my own, which really illustrates the value Jen brings to the table. I highly recommend Jen to anyone applying for an MBA.
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Consultant Gavriella Semaya
Working with Gavriella over the past year has been an incredible experience.Before starting my MBA journey, I knew I had a strong profile, but I needed help connecting the dots in my career especially given my lower test scores. I reached out to Gavriella based on referrals from friends she had successfully guided into M7 schools.
From day one, Gavriella was honest about the challenges of my ambitious MBA goals. She helped me craft a compelling narrative highlighting my strengths and making my profile stand out, even with a weak test score. Thanks to her guidance, I aced my applications and earned a 50% scholarship at Fuqua and a partial scholarship at Kellogg. After receiving my offers, she continued to support me through the decision-making process, playing a critical role in helping me choose the right school.
Gavriella is a one-of-a-kind consultant. Her storytelling skills are powerful, and her commitment to your success is unmatched. She works hand to hand with you through every step of the process, including the emotional ups and downs. She is the type of coach who sends emails late at night, over weekends, and even on holidays to make sure you succeed.
While I was working with her, she was promoted to Managing Director, and it’s no surprise why. She truly goes above and beyond for her clients. Her kindness and empathy made a real difference for me in a very stressful process.
Gavriella is a no-brainer if you are looking for a consultant to help you through your MBA journey. She is exceptional, and you will not regret it!
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Consultant Debbie Choy
I spent quite a bit of time researching several different companies and consultants before ultimately choosing Debbie, and I’m so glad I did. I was drawn to her glowing reviews and also appreciated our shared background—both of us attended small liberal arts colleges in the Northeast (she went to Vassar, I went to Wesleyan). What really stood out, though, was Debbie’s genuine interest in my unconventional path to business school. She was excited to help me craft a compelling narrative around my pivot from tech into real estate, with a strong focus on staying in Los Angeles.
Debbie was incredibly organized, always responded promptly, and even accommodated a few tight deadlines when personal circumstances came up. Her skill at editing essays and developing outlines tailored to each school was truly impressive. I worked with her on three schools, and I'm thrilled to share that I was accepted to USC Marshall with nearly a full scholarship. There's no doubt in my mind that I wouldn’t have achieved this outcome without Debbie’s support on my essays, resume, and interview prep. Thank you, Debbie!
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Consultant Debbie Choy
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Super systematic process with strong consultants, saves a great deal of time
I did 3 school package and worked with Debbie. She is absolutely fantastic! Before, I always considered B school applications to be an incredibly time-consuming endeavor. I really didn't have a lot of time for application materials and Debbie made my application season so easy and smooth! She is incredibly organized, and her system of work saved me a great deal of time. While I know my friends who did 15 versions on the same essays, most of my essays are done within only 1-3 rounds of edits. Debbie is able to guide you through the entire process with the clearest instructions and easiest actionable assignments but able to deliver amazing results. Would never thought application could be so easy yet getting such good offers!
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Consultant Rachel Beck
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Thoughtful, tailored, 1 on 1 advice and coaching to really make you the strongest applicant you can be.
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Rachel is the epitome of what you want in a business school advisor. She takes the time to get to know you and your story so that she can truly approach your application process as a unique applicant, rather than just provide general help. She was instrumental in helping me define my goals and how to put my best foot forward for each of the schools I applied to. She came up with ideas that I could not even imagine, and was able to turn my weaknesses into strengths that were authentic to me and my story. Rachel knows what these schools are looking for and how to get their attention - she provides tangible advice and guidance and made an incredibly stressful process a smooth one.
I was incredibly proud of all the applications I submitted as Rachel was there to help me from Step 1 to submission - answering every "stupid" question along the way to make sure I felt as confident as possible. When it came to the interviews, Rachel prepped each and every one with me - making sure I was in the best position possible to do a great job and vetting my interview answers to make sure they resonated.
I ended up getting into 3 of the M7 schools with scholarship offers at 2 of them, none of which would be possible without Rachel, and am ending up at my dream school, Wharton - all thanks to her help! You would be silly not to use her!!!
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Consultant Jessica Shklar
Jessica was an incredible partner throughout my MBA application journey. She was fully involved in every step, helping me deeply reflect on my personal and professional experiences. This not only led to strong, compelling essays but also gave me greater clarity on what I want from my MBA and beyond.
Her honesty, directness, and efficiency were invaluable in navigating the stressful application process with confidence. She kept me focused, challenged me to think critically, and ensured that every part of my application was as strong as possible. Thanks to her guidance, I received four offers, including from three M7 schools, out of the five applications we worked on together.
If you are considering working with an admissions consultant, I wholeheartedly recommend Jessica as the ideal companion for this journey. I can't imagine being so successful in this endeavor without her.