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If you work with us, prepare to work harder and spend more time on your applications than you will if you work with any other firm. Why? Because of the rigor and hands-on care we bring to partnerships. We understand that could be all you need to read to decide that we aren’t the right partner for you. If so, no worries. We wish you well with your applications.

For those of you still reading, know that our rigor and care are just a natural part of the bespoke experience your 4-person Square One team will give you. You’ll build applications that secure offers, while developing confidence and clarity that transcends them. With three services – Premium, Premium Need-based, and Premium Essential – we hope one meets your needs and budget. We’re excited to get to know, challenge, and guide you!
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AI Super-Summary of Customer Reviews for Premium Service*

Square One Prep (SOP) is highly praised by clients for its meticulous, personalized approach to MBA application consulting. The team, led by Kathryn, provides structured guidance, emotional support, and helps clients create authentic and powerful applications. SOP advisors like Amalia, Kelsey, and Horatiu are noted for their detailed feedback and career narrative exercises, which aid in self-discovery and application clarity. Clients commend the team's dedication, knowledge, and ability to turn challenges into strengths, leading to successful admissions to top schools and scholarships. SOP's empathetic engagement and strategic planning alleviate the stresses of the application process, making it a valuable investment for prospective MBA students.
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Non-traditional Backgrounds
Scholarship Awarded
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Essay Editing
Value for Money
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13 users mention "Supportive"
  • "Amalia not only supported me through those moments of self-discovery..." Read more
  • "They also helped me grow personally...." Read more
  • "Kelsey W was a mentor who challenges me to perform my best..." Read more
  • "Their empathy and support..." Read more
  • "unwavering support..." Read more
  • "the entire team at SOP was...supportive..." Read more
  • "encouraged me to not discount my unique experiences..." Read more
  • "Their emotional support was a significant factor..." Read more
  • "provided a built-in support system..." Read more
  • "provided unwavering support..." Read more
  • "extremely helpful..." Read more
  • "Their genuine investment in my success..." Read more
  • "attention to detail and empathy..." Read more
8 users mention "Full Service"
  • "Square One Prep s approach to the application process is highly effective and helpful..." Read more
  • "support extends beyond just application and essay work..." Read more
  • "Square One Prep as a resource for anyone applying to business school..." Read more
  • "phenomenal job helping me navigate the MBA admissions process..." Read more
  • "amazing experience with Square One..." Read more
  • "comprehensive and effective guidance..." Read more
  • "their services, gaining admission to M7 schools..." Read more
  • "free consultation that they offer..." Read more
7 users mention "Admitted"
  • "I managed to do it!..." Read more
  • "Got Into Every One of My Dream Schools..." Read more
  • "all my interviews went well and resulted in acceptances..." Read more
  • "both used Square One to apply to our dream school of Stanford GSB and were both admitted..." Read more
  • "Their collective dedication and expertise turned my waitlist status into acceptance..." Read more
  • "I am thrilled to be heading to HBS this fall..." Read more
  • "admits from my dream MBA programs..." Read more
7 users mention "Detail-Oriented"
  • "structured and easy to follow planning tool..." Read more
  • "Kelsey was also super responsive throughout the whole process..." Read more
  • "attention to detail was unmatched..." Read more
  • "decisive in her resume and essay edits..." Read more
  • "Once I finished the career narrative, Allison helped me write amazing essays..." Read more
  • "kept me accountable with reminders..." Read more
  • "attention to the smallest detail..." Read more
5 users mention "Non-traditional Backgrounds"
  • "As a non-traditional applicant..." Read more
  • "nearly therapy-like sessions, Amalia and I talked through my life trajectory and future goals..." Read more
  • "Square One instilled a belief in me that changed the trajectory of my life..." Read more
  • "my advisor did an impeccable job at convincing me this personal story..." Read more
  • "an applicant with a unique background..." Read more
5 users mention "Scholarship Awarded"
  • "maximize my chances of acceptance and scholarship...." Read more
  • "service paid for itself with the scholarship..." Read more
  • "I'm excited to attend Chicago Booth next fall on a full ride scholarship..." Read more
  • "Harvard Kennedy School on a full-ride scholarship..." Read more
  • "unexpected merit scholarships that I was awarded..." Read more
4 users mention "Responsive"
  • "responding quickly with sage advice..." Read more
  • "hop on a call during the work day with less than an hour notice..." Read more
  • "Her prompt responses were a lifesaver..." Read more
  • "flexible to work with my chaotic schedule and varied time zones..." Read more
1 users mention "Essay Editing"
  • "Both my HBS and Stanford essays were complimented..." Read more
1 users mention "Value for Money"
  • "I highly recommend her as an advisor...." Read more
1 users mention "Career Transition"
  • "the career narrative process at SOP is important..." Read more
*Review summaries are AI generated from 25 latest reviews in the past 2 years.
March 11, 2015
 jack13

Joined: Aug 27, 2012

Posts: 2

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Square One Prep was essential to my securing offers and scholarships at top schools, including my top choice - Columbia.

My advisor's insight into the business world and the business school admissions process was greatly valued in my transition from the military to a top MBA institution. Throughout the application process my advisor helped me develop and refine a compelling story which tied my military experiences to my future career goals, and showed how each school could prepare me to achieve my career goals in consulting. Working with him, I was able to create a resume that effectively communicated my military experiences in terms that were attractive to MBA admissions committees. With his help I learned how to consistently weave "my story" into my essays, interviews, and various email and phone calls with admissions officers. I have recommended Square One Prep to my peers also considering an MBA when leaving the Military, and would not hesitate to use Square One Prep again.

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