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The support from Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team was exceptional at every stage of the application process. From day one, they provided a clear roadmap, setting expectations and timelines that kept me on track and focused. One of the most impactful aspects of working with AG was how they helped me refine my resume. Their approach allowed me to present my professional experience in a much more strategic and compelling way, ensuring my profile stood out. This foundation made a significant difference as I moved through the rest of the application. Their expertise in essay guidance and interview preparation was equally impressive. The structured brainstorming sessions helped shape my story into a cohesive and persuasive narrative. Additionally, AG’s interview prep—particularly for Wharton’s TBD—was invaluable. I participated in multiple mock sessions with former Wharton students, which gave me the confidence and experience to perform at my best. Looking back, I couldn’t be happier with the outcome—Wharton admit! Nisha and the AG team were instrumental in making this happen, and I highly recommend them to anyone navigating the MBA admissions journey

Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team were excellent through and through. From the very beginning, expectations and timelines were clearly laid out, making the entire process structured and stress-free.

One of the biggest game-changers for me was how AG helped with my resume. Coming from an IT background, I was initially worried about standing out. However, their approach empowered me to articulate my work experience more holistically, highlighting impact rather than just responsibilities. This made a significant difference in how I positioned myself in my applications.

The support for essays and interview prep was equally strong. The team worked closely with me to refine my narrative, ensuring that my essays reflected my unique strengths and aspirations. The interview prep, especially for Wharton’s TBD, was invaluable—AG organized five to six TBD mock sessions with past Wharton students, which gave me the confidence and preparation I needed to excel.

I couldn’t be happier with how my applications panned out, and I’m incredibly grateful for the guidance I received. I received an admit to Wharton with a $60K scholarship! Highly recommend working with Nisha and the AG team.

Occasionally, you come across a person who feels like a privilege to work with, and who raises your bar for every subsequent interaction you will ever have. As someone who expects a lot out of people, these experiences are often few and far between. However, working with Shabri not only raised this bar but also shattered it.

Coming from a non-traditional, non-feeder background, I got into Kellogg, Columbia (with a scholarship), and an interview with HBS. This journey had numerous highs and lows, and Shabri went above and beyond to support me through these. In weeks when my writer’s block and/ or procrastination inhibited my progress, Shabri’s meticulous planning and encouragement brought me back on track. Whenever my essays/ stories weren’t up to the mark (like my Kellogg’s essay 2), she suggested ways to drastically improve the output. Additionally, her ability to enhance the essays (and application), while keeping it under the word count is honestly a superpower! Closer to application deadlines, when most consultants are thinly stretched and (as evidenced by my friends’ interactions with their consultants) refuse to make any changes/ edits, Shabri sacrificed her sleep to make sure my requests for essay changes were accommodated and my application was in the best possible shape, sometimes a day or two before the deadline.

Shabri’s greatest strength as a consultant (and person) lies in the fact that she genuinely empathizes with her candidates, taking the time to understand strengths and work on shortcomings. As an example, when I struggled (extremely badly) with my interviewing skills, she conducted multiple mocks and gave pointed feedback, enabling me to do well in the interviews that I gave. Without Shabri’s interview prep sessions, I am sure I would not have cleared any interviews!

If anyone’s reading this and weighing their options, I would advise you to blindly onboard Shabri as a consultant. I am confident that you will overachieve in your MBA apps and also have a trusted and cherished advisor for life! All the very best!

I started working with Shabri in early June. Even though I felt I was behind my peers, she never rushed me. Instead of pushing me to speed up my resume, recommendations, or essays, she was patient and flexible. I hadn’t even finalized my school list, and she helped me gain clarity without pressure.
I did not expect to find this in a consultant but Shabri formed a genuine connection. I cannot emphasize enough how important this became. She wasn’t just an admissions consultant—she became a counsellor, a friend, a confidante. I ended up sharing things I’d never told even close friends or family, and that openness shaped a rich, cohesive application story.
Shabri co-owned the entire process with me. She was as invested in my success as I was—if not more. Even simple application questions were treated with utmost care. That attention to detail built trust. Through the journey she helped me transform my self-doubt and vulnerabilities into confidence and strength. She taught me to articulate my own voice and craft a compelling narrative that I know will help me long after the admissions process is over.
She wore multiple hats seamlessly. Drawing from her business experience, admissions expertise, and warm, relatable nature, she helped me prepare answers, refine essays, and excel in interviews.
Her proactive approach was phenomenal. When my resume was lagging, she restructured our timeline and kept me on track. When I was falling behind, she scheduled multiple calls each week to maintain momentum. My friends were working with other admission consultants, and after talking to them, I don’t think anyone was going out of the way to help a candidate.
Another area where she helped a lot was on my formulating my goals. She made me spend a week thinking about my goals. At that point in time, I had slightly mixed feelings on why we were spending so much time on goals, but in hindsight, it was invaluable. This process helped ensure that my essays, interviews, and overall application had a strong foundation. We went into the smallest details—why a certain career path made sense, what specific companies aligned with my ambitions, and what challenges and industry trends I needed to be aware of. And crystallizing my goals involved talking to various people, she helped me connect to some of them, she gave me links to various blog posts that she would read along with me.
After submitting my Harvard application, with just eight days left for Stanford, she checked in twice daily—even during the busiest times. Before my Harvard interview, we did four full mock sessions and she followed up with last-minute calls to fine-tune my responses. For Booth, with only one day to prepare before my Wharton interview, we managed three mock sessions in a single day.
Shabri really stood by me through the entire process. She wasn’t just a consultant; she was someone I could trust and someone who was rooting for me more than even I was. I know I would have this connection with her even long after and would truly recommend her for anyone who is thinking of applying.

I had a great time working with Shabri on my B-School applications. I applied to five schools in R1 and went all in with the first round since work was not too hectic and my GMAT was locked in. I got into CBS and Booth with combined scholarships of $180K.

Going into the process, I was keen to find someone to hear me out and help me decisively approach the uncertain, competitive, and anxiety-inducing process that B-Schools applications are.

I spoke to a range of counselors and friends who applied the previous year. The consistent feedback I got from them was that Shabri was a dedicated, creative, and trustworthy counselor.

I think three things stood out throughout the process – emphasis on your goals, school specificity, and consistency of your application.

I believe a large part of the Business school narrative building hinges on goals and how coherent they are your work, learnings, and what you aspire to do. Shabri patiently sat through this process with me for nearly 3 weeks, iterating on what could set me apart but also fit well with my Early stage and Growth stage VC experience. Her personal experience of working in the startup ecosystem and with other VC candidates made it effortless to pitch different ideas for goals and I was quite happy about what we came up with together. In hindsight, I think this also played a big role in my interviews which also tested goals keenly. Pitching a goal I believed in and was actually believed in made for smooth sailing there.

Secondly, I think when you are staring down a 4-5 month runway to a process it is often easy to get lost first and then rush it. Shabri paced my application process very diligently and made sure that I gave every school the best shot it deserved. She had a keen sense of the core pillars that made each school stand out and was keen to not just copy-paste and modify essays from one school to another.

As much as it feels like the essay has a lot of impact on your application, I do believe that these applications are fairly holistic and everything from your resume, recommendations, goals, and even the little checkboxes play a role. Shabri here was patient in helping me dot the i’s and cross the t’s in the weeks leading up to the R1 deadlines where I’m sure she was bombarded with requests from all her clients. We revised the resume just days before the first deadline because I felt like it now evolved from a few months ago and needed some tweaks.

Shabri is also extremely professional and patient with work schedules and the constant back-forth. Having heard a lot from my peers on finding it hard to find time with counsellors I can definitely say that it won’t be the case with her.

I think working with Shabri personally was also a great learning curve and truly helped me reflect on why I want to pursue the MBA. Her calm personality helps quite a bit in the months that follow the submission and one is anxiously waiting for interview results for instance. Even post my results she checked in on me and gave me her advice on how to go about my scholarship negotiations which was quite helpful.

As a reapplicant, working with Shabri was truly the best decision I made.

The first time I applied, I worked with another India-based consultant. He promised me the world but delivered nothing—not even a single positive outcome. Our interactions felt transactional, and not getting into any school shattered my confidence. I was left wondering if I should even apply again.

A friend recommended Shabri, and from day one, I knew this experience would be different. She was welcoming, approachable, and genuinely invested. It never felt like I was talking to someone professionally—it was like talking to a friend.

Throughout the journey, I had highs and plenty of lows, but Shabri was always there, making time for me whenever I reached out. Her strong emotional intelligence allowed me to open up and share my most personal experiences, which is crucial for MBA applications.
My previous consultant never even gave me the space to think about my own stories—he simply dictated what I should write. In contrast, Shabri provided a safe space to reflect, refine, and articulate my narrative authentically.

What truly sets Shabri apart is her presence and attention to detail. She always made me feel like I had her undivided attention. Whether we were on a call, or she was reviewing my essays, it never felt rushed—she was fully invested in the quality of my application.

Even in the final days, when most consultants would just push to wrap things up, Shabri remained focused on excellence. She never cut corners. She meticulously reviewed every last detail, even in the application form, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. Her commitment to quality was unwavering.

I also never felt like I was burdening her with my questions, no matter how small. She was always open, responsive, and eager to help, making the entire process smoother and far less overwhelming.

This MBA journey is daunting, and success isn’t always guaranteed. But working with Shabri made it an enriching and fulfilling experience. Through this process, I’ve learned so much about myself—things I might never have realized without her guidance.

Regardless of whether I choose to pursue my MBA at Tuck this year, I consider this experience a massive personal win. The last eight months with Shabri have been transformative, and the relationship we’ve built is something I’ll always cherish.

Beyond applications, this journey has been about self-reflection, understanding my aspirations, and appreciating how far I’ve come. For that, I’ll always be grateful to Shabri.

I came to Eli thinking I knew exactly what I wanted—one dream school, one shot. But what I got was so much more than just an application strategy; I got a mentor, a strategist, and a true champion of my success.

From day one, Eli saw a bigger picture for me than I saw for myself. While I had my heart set on one school, he pushed me to think beyond and introduced me to other top-5 programs that I had never truly considered. He didn’t just throw names at me—he carefully analyzed my aspirations, my strengths, and my story, showing me why these schools were not only within reach but also perfect fits for my future.

His approach was brutally honest but deeply invested. He didn’t sugarcoat anything, and he never let me settle. Every essay, every sentence, every word had to serve a purpose. And when I thought something was “good enough,” Eli made me dig deeper—because “good enough” wasn’t an option.

Beyond the essays, beyond the applications, Eli was there for the emotional rollercoaster of this journey. The moments of doubt, the stress, the endless ‘what-ifs’—he navigated them with me. He wasn’t just my consultant; he was the one person who believed in me even when I doubted myself.

And the result? I got into my dream school. And then I got into another. And another. Schools I never thought I had a shot at suddenly became my reality, and I owe that to Eli’s vision, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

If you’re looking for someone who will simply “help” with your applications, Eli isn’t for you. But if you want someone who will change the way you see your own potential, push you beyond your limits, and turn your wildest goals into reality, there is no one better.

Thank you, Eli. You didn’t just help me get into a great school—you changed my life.

Working with Shabri made all the difference in my application journey. Her honesty, methodical guidance and genuine support throughout the process were essential in helping me create a strong application, perform well in interviews and gain an admit to Wharton.

She was extremely accommodating throughout the process. I started the application journey with her almost two years ago. well before I was ready. She was supportive from start to end – offering valuable advice after each exam attempt and motivating me. Even when it became clear that I couldn’t apply during one cycle, we reconvened the following year and reworked the entire plan together.

Shabri always pushed me to dig deeper and encouraged me to develop multiple stories for each question, helping me refine my responses to choose the best one. Even when I felt exhausted, she encouraged me to think outside the box and come up with even more ideas. She would explain why something might not be the right fit for the application and steered me toward stronger options. Even as the deadline approached, Shabri managed to find time to guide me, no matter how busy she was, ensuring I didn’t fall behind. This holistic support was essential in keeping me on track.

Another important aspect of working with Shabri was the collaborative nature of our work. Rather than simply reviewing drafts, for my HBS application, for example, we took it step-by-step, even breaking down each paragraph to make sure everything was clear and impactful, helping me craft my best possible application. Other times she would edit my work over call to help me think through every word and idea. That made a huge difference in improving the quality of my work.

Shabri brought method to the madness and guided me patiently through my interview prep. Her structured approach helped me avoid unnecessary stress and anxiety, ultimately making me feel much more prepared.

Working with Shabri made all the difference in my application journey. Her honesty, methodical guidance and genuine support throughout the process were essential in helping me create a strong application, perform well in interviews and gain an admit to Wharton.

She was extremely accommodating throughout the process. I started the application journey with her almost two years ago. well before I was ready. She was supportive from start to end – offering valuable advice after each exam attempt and motivating me. Even when it became clear that I couldn’t apply during one cycle, we reconvened the following year and reworked the entire plan together.

Shabri always pushed me to dig deeper and encouraged me to develop multiple stories for each question, helping me refine my responses to choose the best one. Even when I felt exhausted, she encouraged me to think outside the box and come up with even more ideas. She would explain why something might not be the right fit for the application and steered me toward stronger options. Even as the deadline approached, Shabri managed to find time to guide me, no matter how busy she was, ensuring I didn’t fall behind. This holistic support was essential in keeping me on track.

Another important aspect of working with Shabri was the collaborative nature of our work. Rather than simply reviewing drafts, for my HBS application, for example, we took it step-by-step, even breaking down each paragraph to make sure everything was clear and impactful, helping me craft my best possible application. Other times she would edit my work over call to help me think through every word and idea. That made a huge difference in improving the quality of my work.

Shabri brought method to the madness and guided me patiently through my interview prep. Her structured approach helped me avoid unnecessary stress and anxiety, ultimately making me feel much more prepared.

When I was looking for a consultant, I wanted more than just expertise and experience—I wanted someone who would truly invest in my journey. Eli exceeded every expectation.
1. Eli made my goals his priority. He asked me where I wanted to go and did everything to help me get there. He was upfront about the challenges in my profile but also helped me recognize and amplify my strengths. Unlike some consultants who push clients toward safer options or encourage mass applications to maximize acceptances, Eli motivated me to aim high, believe in my potential, and put in the work to reach my top choices.
2. The process was entirely tailored to me. For example, I wanted to start interview prep early—even before submitting my applications—because I felt it might be a weak spot. Eli immediately adapted, setting up weekly sessions and giving me more mock interviews than usual, all without extra fees. The structure wasn’t rigid or one-size-fits-all; it was customized to focus on the areas where I needed the most support, and that made all the difference.
3. My application remained mine. I didn’t want a consultant who would take over or rewrite my story—I wanted guidance, not someone to do the work for me. Eli struck the perfect balance. He provided thoughtful feedback, challenged me to refine my ideas, and elevated my writing while ensuring it still felt entirely like my own voice. Even when I made choices that differed from his initial recommendations, he fully supported me and helped me execute them at the highest level.
4. Eli kept me focused and composed. The MBA admissions process is intense and emotionally draining, and I needed someone who would keep me moving forward without getting caught up in the stress. Eli’s calm, structured approach helped me stay on track. He never let me spiral over small setbacks, and even when I felt exhausted, he held me accountable and pushed me to keep improving.
I never imagined I would get into 4 out of the 5 schools I applied to. The process was competitive and demanding, yet I came out of it feeling stronger and more confident—and I owe so much of that to Eli.
If you’re looking for a consultant who will genuinely invest in your success, adapt to your needs, and keep the process both strategic and empowering, I can’t recommend Eli enough. The results speak for themselves.

When I made the decision to pursue an MBA, I knew I required the best guidance to go through the intense application process. My brother’s success influenced my decision to work with Admissions Gateway.

From my first interaction with Aparna, I felt reassured about the process ahead. Her structured approach and dedication to aim higher pushed me to never settle for anything less than my best.

The process began with multiple iterations of my resume. Her guidance helped me transform my resume into a more compelling one that highlights my leadership qualities and measurable impact. After it was finalized, we moved on to defining my goals.

Aparna encouraged me to build my narrative around personal experiences, my background in financial services, and my aspiration to drive financial inclusion in India through FinTech. The brainstorming sessions with her helped me curate a powerful story that aligned with my vision for the future.

With good attention to detail, we started framing the fit essays (goals and contribution), the most challenging aspect of the application, and Aparna believed that cracking it would streamline the process for all schools. She then shared interesting insights on how I should present my strengths while also building a narrative to align with each school’s unique values.

The interview preparation process was rigorous as I was juggling work commitments and tight deadlines. Aparna’s support was invaluable at this time. She showed promptness and patience and helped me prepare for behavioral, leadership, and school-specific questions through multiple mock sessions. The process helped me refine my responses and boosted my confidence.

Whether it was following up on drafts, offering fresh perspectives, or encouraging me when I had moments of self-doubt, she was there every step of the way, and thanks to her guidance, I received admits to Kellogg and Michigan Ross (with a $120,000 scholarship).

As someone who was applying to business school with less than 3 years of experience, I was often told top 5 US b-schools are out of reach. However, Shabri not only helped me craft my applications but also helped me believe in my story. She became a mentor who pushed me to bring out the best in all aspects of my application, be it resume, essays, or interviews. If you are looking for a consultant who is no BS, genuinely wants the best for you, and is willing to partner with you to go the extra mile then Shabri is an absolute no-brainer.

As a Deferred MBA applicant and a college senior, I had little
understanding of how MBA programs worked or what the application process entailed. Unlike regular MBA applicants with years of work experience and established stories, I had to craft my narrative from my college experiences. Shabri made this entire process incredibly smooth and approachable for me, winning me Deferred MBA admits to Kellogg and Columbia.

I joined Admissions Gateway after taking my GMAT, however, everything that followed—from building my resume to defining my long-term goals—was a challenge. Without full-time work experience, it was difficult to articulate my career aspirations and connect them to my personal story. Shabri played a crucial role in helping me navigate this.

She worked closely with me to brainstorm and refine my long-term goals, pushing me to speak with industry professionals and explore different career paths. After weeks of discussion and research, I
landed on Agritech as my focus. She encouraged me to analyze how my past experiences aligned with this field and how I could make a meaningful impact. This exercise gave me clarity on my professional direction beyond the application process.

Writing was another major hurdle. I struggled with expressing emotions and creating compelling essays. Shabri’s approach of breaking down essays into structured paragraphs, helping me add
specificity, and guiding me to reflect on key experiences really transformed my writing. She constantly reminded me to think about how each incident shaped my long-term journey, which helped
me present my story authentically.

The tight application timeline was another challenge. I started working with Shabri in February, with April deadlines. Despite the short window, she accommodated my schedule seamlessly. She was
always a text or call away, and we had daily meetings to stay on track. Her dedication ensured that we refined every aspect of my application: resume, essays, and interview prep without
compromising quality.

When it came to interviews, I was nervous and was sounding like I had learnt my answers. Shabri helped me refine my delivery. She ensured that my responses sounded natural and engaging rather
than memorized. Through multiple mock interviews, she guided me on structuring answers effectively while maintaining spontaneity.

Looking back, I can confidently say that Shabri’s mentorship was instrumental in my success. She provided clarity, structure, and unwavering support at every stage, helping me present the best version of myself. Beyond the MBA applications, she helped me shape a vision for my future—one that I continue to explore today.

There could be great consultants out there, but if they are not a vibe match with you, then it might not get you the best outcome, So, I was looking for a consultant I could connect with, and from my first call with Shabri, I knew we’d get along. A key part of my story was applying as an LGBTQ candidate. I felt that Shabri was the one person I could share my personal story with. Shabri’s empathy made me feel safe enough to open up. She sensed there was more to my story before I even told her and took the time to listen, not as a consultant, but as a friend. She just wanted to get to know me better as a person during that call. I’m not out to everyone, but I felt incredibly comfortable being open with her.

While my experience is solid, there were many ways it could have been presented. Shabri helped me showcase it in the best way possible, and that made a huge difference in my outcomes and admission to Kellogg. The biggest quality Shabri has is her experience. She knows exactly how to help you maximize your potential and doesn’t stop pushing you to reach that point. The first task we tackled was my resume, and honestly, the first version I submitted was pretty bad. Shabri immediately pointed out that it needed work but reassured me not to worry. After 5-6 iterations, we crafted a strong version. What stood out to me was Shabri’s dedication—she doesn’t settle. Even though a couple of earlier drafts would have worked, she kept pushing me to improve. Her commitment paid off; when I showed the final resume to others, they called it one of the best they’d ever seen. Period. That dedication made all the difference to my ultimate outcomes and admission to Kellogg.

The big challenge came with defining my goals and crafting my first essay. Shabri made me go through so many iterations. At times, I felt demotivated, wondering if I could do this. But Shabri never got tired of pushing me. And one could argue that, okay, that’s her job. I think she really does not come from a place of, oh, it’s my job! She just really is very personally invested and knows that if there is potential to make it an 11/10 outcome, she does push you to become 11/10. My story was clear, focused on making an impact in the education sector in India, but the real work was in how to tell that story. We went through countless iterations, but by the end, the final version was miles ahead of where we started. Looking back, I can see the huge difference, and I’m grateful for her persistence in pushing me to get it just right.

Our worldviews aligned, making it easy to connect. One of the most valuable aspects of working with Shabri was her approach to my LGBTQ story. While it was a compelling part of my narrative, she knew exactly where to include it and when not to overemphasize it. I was tempted to mention it everywhere, but Shabri wisely advised against it, pointing out when it felt forced. She balanced my personal story with the broader themes of my application. For example, in one essay, I initially focused a lot on how being queer made me committed to authenticity. Shabri helped me refine it by shortening that section and expanding on how my commitment to authenticity applied to other areas of my life. And that just took my essay to another level. I just read that essay, and it’s so nice. And I just love that part of it.

Shabri helped me broaden my perspective—being queer made me value authenticity, but she taught me that authenticity extends far beyond that. I learned so much from her approach.

I met Shabri in person during a work trip to Singapore, and we had tea together. It was amazing to finally connect with the person behind the screen, and I now consider her a friend.
In the end, I was looking for a consultant I could truly vibe with, and I was lucky to find that with Shabri. Our worldviews aligned, and she knew how to recognize and nurture my potential, pushing me to be my best, even through multiple iterations. She was also incredibly mindful of my personal story, empathetic yet careful not to overemphasize it. She truly helped me present my narrative in the most authentic and impactful way.

Aparna Was Transformative In My MBA Application Journey

I had previously applied to Business schools with a great GMAT score. However, my applications were rejected the first time, leaving me a bit disheartened. Yet, I was determined to try my luck again as a reapplicant. This time, I partnered with Aparna from Admission Gateway, which truly made all the difference.

From the very beginning, I realized that Aparna’s approach was a complete departure from my previous experience. She helped me rework my resume, transforming it from a generic job description into a concise, impact-driven one using the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) framework. This was a significant shift in how I presented my professional journey earlier.

When it came to essays, unlike my earlier applications, which were written in such a generic way that one could change the name and the application would still hold true for another applicant, this time, each essay was highly customized. Aparna pushed me to dig deeper. Her guidance on linking my personal and professional experiences with my goals was impressive. The essays we crafted together reflected a genuine interest in each program and showcased how I would contribute to and benefit from the schools.

If I asked her any doubt at any given time, she would respond in a very detailed way, and the meticulousness with which she handled every single essay sometimes convinced me that nothing more could be done. Still, if she found even a single sentence that could be customized for higher impact, she would make edits to it herself or encourage me to rewrite it until I reached perfection.

She also encouraged me to reach out to alumni, attend school webinars, and gather insights that added deeper commitment and further strengthened my alignment with the schools. This effort definitely made a positive impact in shaping my essays and interview responses.

During the interview preparations, Aparna provided tailored preparation for each school. She shared detailed question sets, conducted multiple mock sessions, and gave actionable feedback that helped improve my delivery. She was always available to address my doubts and really eased my stress of re-applying.

Thanks to her guidance, I received admits to NYU Stern and Cornell Johnson with a $60,000 scholarship. Cornell even offered me admission to its Tech MBA and 1+1 programs without even submitting my application for those programs because they could really see me fitting into their cohorts.

I had a fantastic time working with Shabri. As a re-applicant to top programs, she helped me reframe my original applications and added an extra layer of polish and clarity that they lacked previously. She was empathetic, took the time to understand my goals and motivations deeply, was always available, and went above and beyond to turn materials around on short timelines. Her background in journalism, advising and running businesses made her an invaluable editor and mentor through the application process and beyond. Above all, she doesn’t settle for anything less than excellence in application materials. I’d highly recommend working with her.

I assessed and interviewed over 20 admission consultants before I chose to work with Shabri. She was perhaps single handedly the biggest reason I got into my dream school (Columbia Business School) and a few others as well. Shabri never made false promises, and was quick to point out my weaknesses but was quicker to find solutions to overcome them. She was also instrumental in the “soul searching” component that helped me string my story together into very impactful essays. She will deliver every single service stated in her bio to the best of her (and frankly any other admission consultant’s) abilities.

Shabri is a stellar professional and will be as invested in your outcome as you are, well after she’s received your money, because that’s simply the kind of person she is. She wouldn’t put a draft to rest until she was truly satisfied with it, and she’d always respond within 24 hours with genuinely insightful feedback that pushed me to do better than I thought I could. It’s been 3 years since I received my admissions to my top choices and Shabri still remains a close friend and mentor to me.

I’d bet on her a 1000 times over, with my eyes wide shut.

Okay where do I start.

Perhaps the best place to start is that I am often sitting at HBS, looking at the Charles and pinching myself. HBS was a dream, and yes they do come true. However for me, they wouldn’t have if not for Shabri.

I am seldom short of words, but for Shabri – I am. And for the way she handled me and my application process was nothing short of perfect. I am not an easy person to work with, and had a lot of highs and lows throughout the process but Shabri was a rock I could rely on. Not only was she absolutely impeccable in strategizing my application, providing feedback and helping me ace interviews, but she was also the kind of person I needed in your corner during such a stressful and high stakes time.

I am forever grateful to you Shabri, and for those of you looking, choosing and deciding – look no further!

When I decided to pursue an MBA, I knew it would be a challenging journey, given the grueling nature of the top business school admissions. Initially, I reached out to Admissions Gateway with a GMAT score of 730. However, the team encouraged me to aim higher and suggested I attempt the GMAT again. Thankfully, the advice was right, and I eventually achieved a GMAT score of 750.
After receiving a great GMAT score, the AG team connected me to Aparna, and from the very beginning, her expertise and structured approach were evident. She was aware of every tiny detail to the last dot. Aparna conducted a detailed profile evaluation to understand my strengths, experiences, and goals. She then helped me craft a cohesive narrative that tied my technical background and professional achievements to my passion for FinTech and my aspirations for the future.
Since I was used to writing job resumes, which are very different from an MBA resume, her inputs were quite valuable. She nudged me to move away from a technically dense job resume and instead focus on showcasing tangible business impact, leadership qualities, and strategic achievements. Her approach to using precise and impactful language ensured that my application stood out.
When it came to essays, Aparna’s consistent emphasis on writing an exemplary essay was invaluable. At times I felt that my drafts were near-perfect, but she always found areas for improvement. Her guidance helped me refine my essays, ensuring that they authentically reflected my voice while also resonating with what the admissions committees sought.
Her interview preparation sessions were a game-changer for me. Aparna introduced me to the standard set of interview questions, including motivations to pursue an MBA, alignment with the school, and behavioral questions. Having mostly given technical interviews, I initially grappled to adapt to the more personal and reflective style of MBA interviews.
Aparna helped me bridge that gap, teaching me how to articulate my story, motivations, and goals confidently. Her patience and encouragement during the mock sessions helped me overcome my initial anxiety and empowered me to approach real interviews more confidently. Aparna’s expertise and personalized guidance have played a pivotal role in my acceptance to Kellogg.

In early 2024, I reached out to a few top MBA admissions consultants, and Shabri really stood out. What made her stand out was her ability to be realistic about what was achievable while still encouraging me to aim higher. This was especially important to me because I’m naturally an optimistic person, and having someone who supported and believed in my ambitious goals was truly motivating.

Shabri has a really unique and flexible approach which meant she tailored her support to my specific needs. For example, I was having a hard time articulating my goals. I had a general idea of what I wanted to express but was struggling to communicate it. Shabri suggested that I come up with a startup idea and pitch it to her during a call. That exercise helped me have a breakthrough in clarifying my goals.

What truly set Shabri apart, however, was her support throughout the entire writing process. I struggle with putting my thoughts on paper, and given that MBA applications demand creativity, detail, and specificity require, I didn’t even know where to begin. But Shabri created skeleton essays and provided me with plenty of starting points which helped me write first version. Then she broke down areas of improvement and edited the content which helped me eventually submit beautifully written essays.

Her inputs were truly phenomenal. For the contributions essays I was struggling with bringing in insights that were unique to my experiences. She guided me to the right resources and helped me understand what to pick and how to articulate it. This helped me not only write impactful contributions but also find a great deal of opportunities I’d like to engage in once I’ll be at the school.

Interview preparation was particularly challenging for me on a personal level as the business school interview is quite different from a job interview. I also felt the added pressure of it being my only shot. Shabri really helped me pick the right stories, structure my answers and get over my nerves. There were times when I used to forget my chain of thought and blank out, but the multiple mock interviews she conducted helped me perform well during my final interview.

Finally, Shabri really prioritizes transparency and honesty. Right after the round 1 deadline, I got the opportunity to work abroad, and she helped me craft an update for Kellogg. I believe this worked in my favor because I did not have any international exposure until then, and it added a new dimension to my application. The perspective and nuance she brings to the application process were essential to securing my admit to Kellogg MMM.

Nisha is an amazing mentor, received admit from HBS Working with Nisha has been an extraordinary experience, and I credit her for helping me achieve my dream of getting into HBS. Right from the beginning, her structured and meticulous approach stood out, providing clarity and direction at every step of the application process. The workshops conducted by AG team were game-changers. They not only set the tone for my application journey but also offered actionable insights that transformed the way I presented myself. One of the standout aspects for me was the unique approach to resumes. The team completely redefined how I thought about resumes, shifting the focus to impact-driven narratives that elevated my profile. Nisha’s constant support was crucial in crafting compelling essays that carried a personal and authentic touch. Her ability to delve deep into my story and bring out my strengths made the essays truly stand out. The interview support, especially tailored for HBS, was incredibly detailed and gave me the much-needed context about what to expect. Mock sessions and feedback ensured I was thoroughly prepared to handle the challenging interview process with confidence. I highly recommend Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team to anyone aspiring for top business schools. Their expertise, dedication, and personalized guidance make all the difference.

I had an absolutely amazing time working with Shabri. She’s not just an incredible consultant—A1 at her job—but also a truly wonderful human with exceptional empathy and EQ.

From day one, she was deeply invested in my journey to the point where it felt like she was applying alongside me. She checked in on me constantly and made sure I stayed ahead of deadlines. Her attention to detail is unmatched—she didn’t just edit; she listened, really listened, to my stories, spending hours refining them. No matter how many drafts it took, she never settled for anything less than perfect.

But what truly set her apart was how much she believed in me—even more than I did at times. And that, I think, is the most important quality in a consultant. Her trust in my story and my potential gave me the confidence to put my best foot forward.

The B-school application process can be exhausting, but having a consultant (and friend) like Shabri made it feel so much easier. I couldn’t be more grateful for her unwavering support, patience, and belief in me.

With her help, I got into both Harvard and Wharton—the schools I had applied to.

Having been involved in the process for over two years now, it feels great to finally see some results.

I applied to a few business schools in 2023 with a renowned US-based consultant. However, none of my applications converted into admits.

But this year, joining Admission Gateway was a complete game-changer for my MBA application journey. This process is quite well structured. Applying to business schools with Rajdeep was much more smooth, systematic and there were resources to guide me for each aspect of the application, which was really helpful.

While in 2023, I was pitching an investment banking role, a cliche. I come from a finance background, but that does not mean I was doing something related to investment banking. So, there was a big gap between what I was doing and what I was stating as my career goal, and it didn’t make sense to business schools either. However, while working with Rajdeep, we brainstormed extensively, and he helped me choose investment management, which was closely aligned with my background and was something I’d enjoy doing, something I didn’t even know was possible. Surprisingly, this was not just for the application. This is something that I now plan to build a career in. So, definitely, the narrative made a huge difference this year.

The resume this year was focused not on what I did but on the impact it created. Given that AdCom is not well-versed in every industry, these changes perhaps resonated more with AdCom because they could actually comprehend and understand the impact. So, that was definitely my favorite part. Since this happened in the very beginning, I could see how Admission Gateway is doing things differently.

I have an engineering background, so my writing skills were not the best, and initially, I struggled in creating a compelling story. However, the sessions with Rajdeep helped me understand how to write a compelling narrative. My writing skills have improved dramatically during this process.

Lastly, regarding interviews, the preparation with Rajdeep was poles apart from what I had done last year. Last year, I had memorized my answers, and the interview didn’t feel like a natural conversation. Following Rajdeep’s advice, I understood the right approach and structure for my answers. With the structured approach and stronger clarity on my goals, I could connect with my interviewer more confidently.

For instance, my Columbia interviewer had a similar background in the investment industry. We could really relate to each other’s aspirations and ended up discussing the industry’s future a bit.

So, having the right profile and the right resume also helped me in the interview process, which I did not realize earlier. I felt very confident with these changes in my profile, and this showed through in all aspects of my application.

Lastly, in terms of school choice, my self-confidence was shattered because I had already gone through the journey the previous year and gotten rejected from schools like Cornell and Ross. This time, I wanted to apply to a similar set of schools only. However, Rajdeep pushed me to consider M7 schools, and was more confident about my profile. So, I trusted him and applied to M7 options. To keep a few safe bets, I pushed to apply to Darden early decision, and Stern too. The results: Darden and Stern rejected me, and I got accepted into all four options Rajdeep had pushed me to apply to: Wharton, Columbia, Kellogg, and LBS. It goes to show that he knows what he’s doing, and having Rajdeep in my corner really helped me navigate this journey smoothly. These admits speak volumes about the process at Admission Gateway.

In December 2023, during my secondment, I had an epiphany about what I really wanted to do in life. Since I had taken the GMAT in lockdown, I thought about going ahead with my plans. Immediately connecting with peers at my consulting firm who were in great business schools or had admits in hand, I learned about Rajdeep.

Our first chat was a 1-hour conversation wherein Rajdeep spent most of the time listening to and understanding my story, going through my profile and CV, and getting a sense of the opportunities I could pursue. I felt he was really open, honest, and humble throughout the conversation and did not spend a single minute trying to convince me to come on board. I realized he was the perfect partner for me and decided to come aboard.

Rajdeep really helped me prioritize the schools I must apply to, keeping in mind my bandwidth, given that I was in the middle of one of the longest-running cases.

In a natural manner, we moved on to the resume. It was an eye-opening experience for me because even though I had some version in place, we modeled it pretty differently, focusing on bringing out content in a meaningful and impactful way.

The next couple of weeks we spent on ideation of the different stories that we wanted to put forth for the different schools. More than the writing part, I felt Rajdeep pushed me to reflect and ideated with me to bring out a really rooted narrative that highlighted my authentic story, which really stood out for me.

Rajdeep’s style of operating is super structured. He created a well-thought-out timeline, and we worked on each school in a progressive manner and got everything done well ahead of time. In the last few weeks, we mainly spent on polishing and finalizing the smaller components.

When HBS changed its essay prompt, we had a rough outline for the previous prompt. However, all that changed. This felt like a really challenging situation because now there was no previous successful essay that I could use as a reference point.

Rajdeep was quick to act. He immediately organized sessions to discuss how to tackle the new prompts, and that relaxed my nerves. He spent a couple of hours with me just raw thinking about how we could create compelling themes from stories and additional time positioning them right. I have to really credit his promptness while tackling such a tricky situation and his ability to truly understand each prompt to discern what the school is looking for.

Lastly, I also really appreciate Rajdeep for his honesty. He’s not blunt in his feedback, but if you’ve spent hours writing something, he wouldn’t just appreciate it for the effort. This really helped me to strive for the best. Because the goal is not to get a go-ahead on all my ideas. It is to write the best story and that needs honesty, so I really appreciate him serving the role of a mirror holding up the truth for me. It was this honesty of Rajdeep that propelled me to bring out the most authentic version that connected with the schools and enabled me to get into the most coveted MBA programs at HBS, Wharton, Booth, and CBS.

Once I was sure that I wanted to pursue an MBA, I researched the best consultants and met a couple of them. Rajdeep gave the most honest answers among all the folks I connected with. He was upfront about the commitment that this would take, and our conversation was very constructive.

Given that I come from an engineering and then social impact background, Rajdeep also helped me understand how my profile would be perceived by the schools and the areas I should highlight further. His clarity of thought, expectation setting, and articulation of how he’d be adding value made me feel like I wanted to be a part of the supportive AG community.

Right off the bat, once I signed on with Admissions Gateway, Rajdeep and I discussed the schools I wanted to apply to. He was very upfront about two different ways of going about it: either applying to my dream schools in Round 1 or spreading them between the two rounds. That was the first time it hit me that this is so well structured. This is so well thought out that even a decision like this has so much consequence.

Then, once the sessions and the shared content started flowing in, the writing process became a little easier because I personally can’t start writing until I have some motivation or inspiration. The shared samples were so rich in content and put me in the right frame of mind, helping me shape my stories and put thoughts to paper in a particular format. While they inspired me, Rajdeep’s structured guidance and ideation helped me articulate my stories in the best possible format.

The AG process is so well thought through and detailed that I never had to look for any information on the internet mining through the rubble to unearth gold. For each essay, Rajdeep provided me with a step-by-step framework, helped me understand the school’s expectations, and provided actionable advice on how I needed to write. The fact that things get broken down into pillars, and then within those pillars, you specifically discuss your unique contributions, I don’t think I would’ve ever been able to work so methodically if it wasn’t for Rajdeep.

Extending the same approach, he helped me prepare for my interviews. Personally, I feel shy in front of the camera, which obviously made me feel super conscious while preparing for and recording video interviews. Rajdeep really helped me break past that barrier, and Rajdeep’s interview guidance, coupled with mocks, helped me ace my interview. Working with Rajdeep was probably the best decision I made for my MBA applications, and I’d definitely recommend ambitious aspirants to connect with him.

My first conversation with Rajdeep was back in 2022 when I was deliberating about pursuing an MBA. Even though I was not ready to take on such a commitment yet, Rajdeep still gave me his time generously. Over time, he kept checking in with me, even though he didn’t have to, cared enough about what was happening, and remembered the details of our chat. I could see he was invested in the process before we started working together, which was a strong pull for me.

Secondly, the kind of person I am, if somebody pushes me or gives me an idea of what is possible, I can build on top, and I felt Rajdeep was asking the right thoughtful questions to push me in that direction. This made the decision of taking the plunge and working with him really easy. If I were to summarize my journey of working with him, I’d like to point out four things that stood out for me.

First, the entire process of working with Rajdeep was very holistic. He was really intentional throughout our journey and pushed me to self-introspect and find my most honest and authentic story. He spent a lot of time to really understand my profile, from childhood till now. He spent a lot of time crafting the base story and narrative around the goals. He pushed me to look past the most generic goals and think of a very specific goal that fits my profile. Once that was logged in, they formed a solid foundation for every other aspect of my application.

Second, he is really open-minded and communicative. He’s not someone who’s stuck with his own ways of working. His style of working heavily factors in asking thoughtful questions, pushing applicants like me to reflect and come up with ideas and propositions. If he rejected an idea, he’d always give the rationale behind it, and if he appreciated an idea, he’d point you in the right direction, enabling you to explore it further and bring a nuanced perspective to the table.

Third, his process is really well structured. We had enough time to apply to 5 schools, and there can be a chance that applicants can defer to a later date. But the way he structured things right from the beginning and created timelines, he ensured that we not only created good applications but took our best shot at applying to these super competitive schools.

Fourth, he pays a lot of attention to the details. While signing up, I also checked in with him to see if there was any cap to the number of iterations we’d do, and he assured me that there wasn’t one. But honestly, it was through the application journey that I truly could see that in real time. He not only invested himself deeply into the larger pieces like essays and resume but also the smaller questions on the application. If there was a 100-character question on the application, he made sure we utilized that space well and added things that could further root my narrative and echo the same values.

Lastly, this airtight application and Rajdeep’s mocks gave me a lot of confidence for the interviews. He conducted multiple mock interviews with me, providing me with personalized feedback on not only improving my answer structure and presentation but also on the content. It was almost like he knew the questions that would be asked so well that there was no question in the actual interview that surprised me or caught me off guard.

Even if I hadn’t made it to HBS, I was fully satisfied with the applications and the narrative we put together, and I would’ve had no regrets. So, my advice to anyone who’s considering pursuing an MBA now or in the future is to get in touch with him because he really lives up to his reputation in the industry.

Rajdeep’s process is so well-defined and structured. It pushes people to think more deeply, self-reflect, and iterate to refine everything they say.

As someone who likes to start early and spend enough time reflecting and building things out properly, I signed up to work with Rajdeep by January-end. He first set me up with profile evaluation, a highly introspective process which not only helped me relive the last ~10 years of my life, but also helped him truly understand me.

Rajdeep’s process operates in an incremental fashion where each step prepares you for the next, and anyone who genuinely follows it is bound to get their target admits. We start with the resume, the bread and butter, and spend 1-1.5 months on it. The resume serves as the starting point for evaluating what you’ve done in your 4-5-year career and the stories that can come from that. Then, as a stepping stone, we move to identify goals.

Rajdeep ensures that you always know what your next steps should be. Each session ends with the work you need to do next, when you need to do it, and how, which I found really helpful. I benefited not only from the expertise of Rajdeep but also from a lot of firm-level guidance and resources, which made the process even richer.

Rajdeep uses a highly personalized approach. In terms of my goals, we discussed and deliberated on multiple options and thought about them through different lenses, especially how they connected with my background and the school perspective. So, I feel Rajdeep’s perspective was invaluable for me in finalizing my goals and moving forward with my applications.

Lastly, the interview preparation was really exhaustive. Rajdeep shared a lot of interview questions from past applicant interviews for each specific school. My mocks with Rajdeep were really helpful because in the first mock I didn’t particularly express myself well in terms of my communication and my body language.

Rajdeep shared advice on how to improve, and that really helped boost my confidence and conversation ability. In the second mock, I actually performed perfectly and Rajdeep told me that if I could replicate this, I would be good to go. In the final interviews, 90% of the questions I was already prepared for, so it reduced my stress levels and made me present myself with a lot of confidence. The interviewer also shared that they really liked my performance, and of course, the results prove it: I got accepted into Booth, all thanks to Rajdeep.

I cannot thank Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team enough for their incredible support throughout my MBA application journey to Wharton and Booth, which resulted in a $200K scholarship. Right from the beginning, their approach was structured and thoughtful. The team gave me a realistic understanding of my strengths and helped me identify the schools I could confidently target, which set a strong foundation for my applications.
The workshops conducted by Rajdeep, Nisha, and other experts were instrumental in setting the tone for the entire process. I particularly loved their unique approach to resume building—it completely redefined how I thought about crafting my professional narrative and elevated my resume to stand out from the competition.
Nisha’s unwavering support was
The interview support was exceptional, especially for Wharton’s TBD. The mock sessions hosted by Wharton alums gave me an edge and boosted my confidence immensely.
I highly recommend Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team to anyone looking to navigate the MBA admissions process. Their expertise, personalized guidance, and genuine investment in their applicants’ success make them truly one of a kind.

Working with Eli David was a transformative experience that I cannot recommend highly enough. From our very first conversation, Eli demonstrated a deep understanding of the MBA admissions process and an unparalleled ability to bring out the best in my story.

What sets Eli apart is his personalized approach. He truly invests in your success, taking the time to understand your background, goals, and unique strengths. His ability to craft a compelling narrative that resonates with top programs is extraordinary. Throughout the process, I felt like I was not just a client but a partner in a collaborative journey.

Eli’s attention to detail is impeccable. Whether it was mapping my life stories, refining essay drafts, or preparing for interviews, his feedback was always thoughtful, actionable, and insightful. His commitment to excellence inspired me to push beyond my limits, and it’s no surprise that he’s recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Beyond his technical expertise, Eli’s mentorship was invaluable. He provided constant encouragement and guidance, helping me navigate the stressful admissions process with confidence and clarity.

Thanks to Eli, I was admitted to my dream program, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re looking for an advisor who will go above and beyond to ensure your success, Eli David is the one to choose.

I cannot give enough praise to Eli and his process. When I began my MBA admissions journey, I never expected to be where I am today—with three M7 acceptance letters in Round 1. Eli is, without a doubt, the biggest factor in my success. His mentorship, guidance, and support allowed me to achieve what once seemed impossible.

A friend recommended Eli to me after I had spoken to a few other consultants. From the very first conversation, I knew Eli was the right person for the job. He understood my situation, laid out a clear plan to achieve our goals, and assured me that if I followed his guidance, he would lead me to success. He fulfilled that promise above and beyond my expectations.

I always felt like I was Eli’s top priority. He was consistently available—not just for practical questions about my applications, but also for emotional encouragement when the process felt overwhelming. It was evident that Eli had an in-depth understanding of every school, which allowed him to craft the best and most efficient strategy for meeting the round 1 application deadlines. We went back and forth on every single essay and document, with Eli refusing to settle for anything less than excellence before allowing me to move on to the next step.

After securing interviews, Eli continued to guide me through the interview process. He provided practice sessions, offered detailed guidelines, and remained available at all times to answer any questions that came up. I can confidently say that my success in the interviews was largely due to his help.

I’ll be starting my MBA this summer, fulfilling a lifelong dream, and I can say with 100% certainty that this would not have been possible without Eli. I wholeheartedly recommend him to any prospective client, knowing he will be the best decision you make.

GSB has been my dream school for years, and it’s truly the only one that matters to me. I connected with Eli through a college friend who was successfully admitted to GSB and spoke highly of his approach – direct, sharp, and practical. I can confirm those after working with Eli – he’s incredibly experienced, efficient, and knows exactly what works and what doesn’t. Thanks to his guidance, after brainstorming 20+ ideas, we together built up a very strong narrative and it only took me 3 iterations to finalize the notoriously challenging GSB Essay A (I had initially braced myself for 10 – 20 drafts!).
In addition to that, I thought Eli was a “tough coach” at the beginning, but I soon realized he has a soft heart – he just provided tremendous emotional support to me. The application process can be overwhelming and even make you feel paranoid, but Eli was always there to call and cheer me on, he just offered so much encouragement when I needed it most. I would absolutely recommend Eli to any of my friends – his support can truly change the game!

Eli David (Ivy MBA Consulting) pushed me out of my comfort zone and challenged me at every step, but it was exactly what I needed to succeed. If you are serious about getting into a top MBA program and willing to put in the effort, Eli is the consultant you want by your side. His expertise, honesty, and dedication were game-changing for me, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

I worked with Eli for about six months, and the results speak for themselves – I got accepted into three M7s, each with significant scholarships. Eli’s deep understanding of what it takes to gain admission to the most competitive MBA programs is unmatched. His ability to analyze my profile and craft a compelling narrative was crucial to my success. His insights are razor-sharp, and his familiarity with every nuance of the application process gave me confidence and clarity.

It wasn’t just his expertise that made a difference. What truly sets Eli apart is his brutal honesty. He doesn’t sugarcoat feedback or settle for mediocrity. If a narrative, essay, or even a single word didn’t fit the larger picture, he challenged me to rethink and refine it until it was perfect. This commitment to excellence ensured that my application was polished.

Over six months, I cannot recall a single instance where I waited more than 48 hours for a response to a question or feedback on an essay; most of the time, it was much quicker. Eli’s responsiveness gave me peace of mind, knowing that I could always count on him for support, no matter how busy the application season became.

Beyond responsiveness, Eli’s network is another incredible asset that gave me an edge. He introduced me to graduates from all the M7 MBA programs, which gave me invaluable insights into what I was getting into. These connections helped me refine my school selection and understand the culture, opportunities, and expectations of each program.

I reached out to Rajdeep after Round One last year. I had already worked with another top US-based MBA Admissions Consultant on my MBA applications, only to receive rejections and waitlists from my first-choice schools in the US. At the time, my finance, who was targeting to submit her MBA applications in 2024, had started working with Rajdeep, and seeing how Rajdeep was helping her out, I decided to connect with him to do a ding analysis.

Before this conversation, I shared my resume, essays, and a detailed debrief about my profile with Rajdeep. As we discussed the details of my resume and essays and tried to figure out the way forward, Rajdeep’s approach really stood out for me.

If I compare my experience with the two Consultants, I’d say that Rajdeep has a really customized approach to working with each applicant. My previous consultant, in some way, used a cookie-cutter approach to fit my story into what each school is known for. Rajdeep truly believes in the potential of highlighting your authentic story. Of course, you need to build alignment with the school concerning the resources they’ve got to offer and the conversations you’ve had with current students and alumni to help you find the right fit. However, the baseline narrative has to be synonymous with your truest self.

Second, my previous consultant was not really accepting of my ideas and had a specific approach to how he wanted to build essays. Trusting their judgment, I gave in (given their impressive track record, as per their website). However, the unfavorable results were a surprise. On the other hand, a lot of Rajdeep’s ideas truly made sense because they were customized based on my experience so far, and the goals that we came up with were ambitious, realistic, and unique. He truly understood how I envisioned my application to look and helped me put my best self out there.

Third, the US-based Consultant was quite focused on two questions while preparing my application – what you want to do post-MBA and how. However, the focus has to be realistically split among the 3 key questions—the why in addition to the what, and the how—which Rajdeep particularly helped me articulate.

Fourth, while perusing my resume, Rajdeep was able to show both strengths and areas for improvement across literally each of the bullet lines. He also highlighted how my resume could’ve been better positioned to showcase the true value of that experience and how it ties in with the rest of the application, which was eye-opening.

Lastly, my biggest question was, I had five waitlists and one offer with a full scholarship, not from my first preference school, and I was contemplating whether I should accept the offer or go through the application all over again. Typically, Consultants want to get business and they’d advise you to reapply the following year, but what I really appreciate is how candid Rajdeep was with me.

He was able to just candidly tell me that, yes, he’s happy to work with me next year, but it would be a high opportunity cost because my current options were also good. They were not my top choices, but they were of equivalent nature. So, from a strategic perspective, the opportunity cost is really high in terms of saying no to this and then going through this with one more cycle.

Then, of course, from a timeline perspective, I’d be adding one more year to it. So he gave me very genuine advice that I should really weigh the two options properly, evaluate whether my present options can also help me reach my post-MBA goals, and then take that strategic call. So that’s something I appreciate a lot.

It wasn’t just a one-sided piece where he pushed me to work with him. It was genuine strategic advice on what the right decision should be, which truly helped clarify my thinking and make my decision. And that’s how I’d like to sum up my experience of working with Rajdeep Chimni.

I am thrilled to share my experience working with Eli David on my MBA applications. With his help, I gained admission to 3 M7s with scholarship money, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

From our initial consultation, it was clear that Eli possessed a deep understanding of the MBA admissions landscape. He took the time to listen to my unique background and aspirations, which allowed him to help me craft a compelling narrative that truly captured who I am. He was extremely knowledgeable about each of the schools on my list and helped me to connect my prior work experience with my future goals in a way that resonated with the admissions committees through my resume, essays, and interviews. I got several compliments from interviewers about how interesting and clearly articulated my story was, and I feel that Eli was instrumental in helping me develop my craft a unique narrative that was still true to my experience and goals.

I especially appreciated the support Eli provided for my applications for schools other than the ones specifically included in the package I had purchased. Eli went above and beyond to help me plan out how to use the material we had worked on for my other applications, and he was always responsive and happy to answer questions about any part of the process.

Eli’s personalized approach made a huge difference in my MBA application journey. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to do everything possible to maximize their chances of admission to the best MBA programs in the world.

I am thrilled to share my incredible experience with Nisha and the Admissions Gateway team, who were instrumental in helping me secure admissions to Booth, Columbia, Ross, and Darden—all with scholarships! Their expertise, dedication, and personalized approach truly set them apart.

One of the standout aspects of working with the team was their flexibility. Whether it was connecting every day during critical moments or accommodating meetings at odd hours due to my tight schedule, their unwavering support ensured that every aspect of my application was polished to perfection.

The workshops hosted by experts provided a strong foundation, offering key frameworks and strategies, while Nisha’s insights added depth and personalization to my application. Her attention to detail and strategic guidance helped me refine my narrative, making my application stand out in a highly competitive pool.

The interview mock sessions were another game-changer. They gave me a clear understanding of what to expect and helped me structure my responses with confidence and clarity. These practice sessions played a critical role in converting interviews into offers.

I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to navigate the MBA admissions process with a winning edge.

I owe Eli so much. He dedicated countless hours and days to guiding me through every step of my journey, never once letting me feel alone in the process. What makes Eli truly exceptional is that he believes in you more than you believe in yourself. He doesn’t just coach; he cheers you on, reminds you of your potential, and helps you see what you’re truly capable of.
When I didn’t get accepted in my first year, I was devastated. Other consultants told me I wouldn’t make it, but Eli never gave up on me. He believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, and together we fought for a second chance. We carefully addressed every concern and comment, refining my application to make it stronger.
Thanks to Eli, I got accepted into Wharton—a result I couldn’t have imagined without his belief and dedication.
Eli doesn’t rush through the work or treat you like just another client. He invests his time, effort, and heart into ensuring you put your best self forward. Even when I doubted myself, he never did. He pushed me to aim higher and work harder, always with patience, care, and relentless support.
If you’re looking for someone who will champion your dreams, stand by your side, and truly believe in you, Eli is the consultant you need. He’s more than a guide—he’s the reason I got here.

After applying to numerous business schools and facing rejections, I was unsure about my profile and chances of making it to a top business school. This is when I decided to reach out to Admissions Gateway for a profile evaluation.

Right from the beginning of our engagement I was impressed. Nisha and the team were very transparent about my chances to various schools. This ensured that I was realistic about my expectations.

I loved how comprehensive Nisha’s approach is. I received detailed guidance on every component of the application. Nisha made it extremely easy for me to brainstorm different ideas and also prepare tailored essays for each school. I believe Nisha’s expertise was perfectly complemented by Rajdeep and other experts’ workshops. The frameworks provided in the workshops made it easy to understand the general expectations from different aspects of the application.

Finally, I was extremely happy with the thorough support provided by Nisha and the team. There was always at some point one or the other team member available just a phone call away. In sum, I have loved every bit of my engagement with Nisha and AG team and cannot recommend enough to work with them.

I heard about AG from two people in my network: a colleague and a college senior working with AG on their MBA applications. To learn more about the firm, I researched further. Reading AG’s P&Q-verified reviews, success stories, and strong statistics, I realized that it is the best consulting firm for MBA admissions, which gave me the confidence to reach out to the AG team.

My experience with the firm has been fantastic. Rajdeep’s sessions laid a solid foundation. They helped me push my thinking from the very beginning on all fronts—choosing the right schools, crafting authentic and personalized MBA application essays, and solidifying my work experience in the one-page MBA resume. I think AG has really helped me transform my applications.

The sessions also helped me set a standard for myself. In these sessions, I also got access to the highest-quality examples from previous successful applicants, which I used as a benchmark for my resume, essays, and all parts of my application. The examples provided me with clarity on what I need to look for and the kind of quality I should aspire to achieve in my applications, which was really helpful in setting the right expectations and standards and moving forward in the right direction.

Lastly, I can’t emphasize this enough, but AG really pushes everyone to be their most authentic self. They push for believability and authenticity in your essays more than anything else. There were situations when I had two options: one of higher quality and more impact, but the other was more believable. I was pushed for the latter and advised that someone can really boast about themselves, but your versions have to be believable. And that’s worked out amazingly well for me as I’ve received interviews from all the schools I applied to and have already received an admit from LBS.

It feels surreal to share that I’ve gotten into LBS. This gives me confidence and faith in myself and Admissions Gateway.

I read how brilliantly Rajdeep has been helping young aspirants who want to dream big develop a global perspective. This made the decision to work with AG fairly straightforward. Infact I met Rajdeep a year earlier as well to discuss my transition from my corporate job to my family business and he helped me make that choice.

Rajdeep’s guidance and the resources provided were integral to my application process. The goals approach really made me think deeply about my aspirations, the direction that my firm was headed into and how I could make my family business more sustainable for generations to come. This was an eye-opener.

The resume discussion was also a lot of help as it gave me altogether a different perspective on how my resume should look, how to quantify the impact and then let the admissions committee understand the kind of things we are doing and my achievement in this journey so far. It lent me a completely different kind of a lens through which I now see my journey and I’m grateful for it.

Having offline access to various resources often allowed me to go back to them time and again, whenever I felt stuck. These were really a quintessential part of the whole game.

I’m really grateful for the enriching insights that I received. They really helped me build my story, and now, when I look at things retrospectively, it all connects beautifully.

I just have to share my amazing experience with Admissions Gateway! I discovered them through a friend’s recommendation and decided to connect.

Once I got started, the discussions with Rajdeep were fantastic. His detailed discussions about each essay prompt were incredibly helpful. I felt prepared and guided, which was such a relief. Clear guidelines saved me a ton of time in execution.

And let’s talk about the resume process – it was so detailed. Transitioning to the STAR format, the impact metrics, and having those rounds of reviews transformed my resume into something I’m genuinely proud of.

I gained admission to Yale with a $100,000 aid! I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Admissions Gateway made a huge difference in my MBA application journey.

Rajdeep was like my personal cheerleader throughout my MBA application journey and I feel glad to have worked with him. When I joined, I was still figuring out my GMAT and had to push my applications to Round 2 because of it. Throughout these couple of months, when I was struggling with the GMAT, Rajdeep was a source of support and encouragement. Rajdeep would always reassure me that I still had a good shot at the M7s even with a 720 GMAT which helped me stay calm and composed. I think that was quite helpful because if I had fretted over the lesser-than-average score, I don’t think I would’ve ever been able to bring the kind of focus needed to write down essays, that truly reflected me and my personality.

As soon as I got done with the GMAT, I had a month with me to do the writing part of the application. Rajdeep never let me feel like I was running behind. He was super strategic and super sharp about how we planned our time and told me that as long as I stuck to the plan, we’d be able to complete applications on time. The blessing disguise in this situation was that this cut out all of the overthinking and second-guessing. I think that played to my luck and I was just able to get it all done.

I’d also like to add that essay writing is truly an introspective process and whenever you reach this stage, you should really give yourself the time to reflect. I remember when I started writing the HBS essay, I was sitting in a cafe and as soon as I began, I just started crying. I messaged Rajdeep and he was like; this is good because this is part of the process. He was like, you’re supposed to feel these things because you are going to be then able to get that emotion from the reader too and help them understand who you are. So as long as you’re being true to yourself, sharing things that make you who you are, and not overcomplicating it, it’s fine. The whole process was very collaborative and anytime I’d struggle with something, Rajdeep was always available to help me. He was highly motivating and responsive and always kept spirits high. I’m excited to share that I’ve secured admits from HBS and Wharton with 100% financial aid am attending HBS and Rajdeep continues to be a great guide and friend for me, much after the applications too!

Multiple HBS and Wharton admits referred me to Rajdeep. All of them had excellent things to say about how helpful and results-oriented he is. Having this background followed by my initial set of conversations with Rajdeep where he was extremely transparent with the results and expectations nailed it for me.

Rajdeep’s support was instrumental in securing my acceptance to Harvard and Wharton. All conversations with Rajdeep were characterized by straight talk and pointed feedback which in-turn offered clear and actionable steps and helped streamline my application process.

Rajdeep was always approachable and promptly responded with edits and iterations. His commitment to helping me weave compelling narratives in essays and discussing through multiple stories and helping narrow the most impactful ones (especially for Harvard) from his immense experience significantly enhanced the quality of my submissions. In fact, discussing and shortlisting stories through our discussion was what finally helped me come-up with the common thread for my Harvard essay. He adeptly guided me in finding the right depth and specificity for more research-based essays like those of Wharton and Booth.

The tailored interview preparation for each school demonstrated a personalized touch which was a common thread right from working on my resume and goals where Rajdeep clearly pointed out what strengths and weaknesses shine out. His keen focus on result-oriented points in my resume further strengthened my candidacy. Lastly, Rajdeep was always supportive throughout the process and having a personal cheerleader really helped in this process!

As an International working in the USA, I decided to pursue an MBA to build on my leadership skills. The natural first step was taking the GMAT and then connecting with an MBA Admissions Consultant.

After researching multiple Consultants online, I booked my first chat with Rajdeep based on his strong record of helping people make it to M7 business schools, especially HBS and Stanford, as evidenced on his website and Poets&Quants profile.

During our first conversation, a couple of things really aligned with me: the first being his strong understanding of the top business schools and what their MBA applications demand from you; the second being his direct and transparent communication, which I really appreciated then and throughout the process; and the third being his focus and proactive attitude from day one.

Once I came on board, we started with the resume. I had a classic case of a job description resume, so we really had to start from scratch. Rajdeep pushed me to focus more on what I did, how I did it, and the impact and achievements.

Initially, I had a limited understanding of the overall application positioning. Rajdeep guided me through the nuances of an MBA application, especially the essays. He was ruthless in his drive to help me find my story, which took some time. But with his direct and output-focused approach and a lot of reflection on my end, we figured out the backbone of my narrative.

Once we knew the core narrative, we refined it over the next few weeks. Initially, during this process, I got stuck with line editing, but he helped me realize the criticality of the broader story and how we needed to set the tone and theme right. After that, we could focus on the minute stuff, like cutting words out, correcting punctuation, etc.

Another thing that stood out to me was that he doesn’t leave any stone unturned or hold back. He never shied away from changing an entire theme if it didn’t fit the narrative well or didn’t agree with me to make me feel good. If he disagreed with me, he shared his thoughts.

Given my industry background, I had a comparatively lower GMAT score. During our 6-month journey, we discussed my retaking the GMAT. During these discussions, he was always straightforward in setting expectations, which I really valued. It was during these discussions that we decided that since I’m going ahead without a retake, we’ll be better positioned if we root my narrative into something beyond my industry background to make the application stand out. That’s exactly what we did and the results speak for themselves.

Lastly, I’d like to give a shoutout to his flexible approach. He’s based in India, but he always made it work. Whether that meant that we met his late night, early morning or over a weekend, he always accommodated my schedule.

His commitment to the candidates he works with and his outcome-focused approach was refreshing. Anyone seeking admission support should reach out to him.

Admissions Gateway Sessions were a huge game-changer in my MBA applications. The entire process started with sessions, which really helped set the tone. Each session ended with such clear, actionable next steps that I felt I knew exactly what I needed to do – be it for the essay or the interviews. They gave me a great sense of direction and a detailed understanding of what the essays demand and how to supplement them with that information. The sessions also gave me a clear sense of structure on a paragraph-by-paragraph level, helping me get things started, especially because I struggle with writing. I also loved how Rajdeep distilled all of his knowledge from years of experience into these sessions, making it simplified and easy to follow, giving me a big upper hand.

Lastly, I want to really applaud Rajdeep’s approach to the resume. I feel like the guidance and 1:1 sessions gave a great shape to my resume to the point that this is one document that I’m really proud of, which I’m sure I will use even for recruitment!

With the invaluable support of Admissions Gateway, I successfully gained admission to the Kellogg MBA Program.

Last year, my partner and I decided to pursue an MBA. Our first step was reaching out to seniors at previous and current firms to learn more about their application journey, the challenges they faced, and which consultant they’d worked with. Unanimously, everyone told us that Rajdeep was pivotal to their success. Right away, we knew we wanted to have him by our side.

The application journey for me was stressful and bit chaotic – my partner and I were getting married during applications, managing crisis at work increased my responsibilities, and getting my GMAT score took longer than what I had planned.

Given the chaos I was going through, Rajdeep really provided me with support and helped bring a lot of structure. The AG process is really well-structured, with webinars giving a very good starting point which really saves a lot of time.

When Rajdeep realized that I was struggling to balance all three things and was not able to deliver the essays on time, he gave me micro timelines—these two days, you focus on this thing, these two days, you focus on this. So, this helped me pull my weight and get things done.

Since I only had a couple of months, Rajdeep helped me identify which schools were feasible and created a clear action plan. We fully trusted his advice because hands down, Rajdeep knows this process in and out. His super-rich expertise shined whenever he shared his input. For instance, when we were deciding on the post-MBA goals, I would over think a lot. So, I changed my essays between Columbia and Wharton and shared with Rajdeep that I think this would be better. Through our discussion, he helped me realize that I needed to stop over thinking. That saved me a lot of my time.

When mapping stories to particular schools, he gave me a lot of perspective. He helped me identify which stories are impactful and worthy of writing about and which stories are not. There were times when there’d be some story I would love and want to put, but then he helped me understand what was impactful.

Particularly in one of my applications, I was really struggling with an essay. It was a little last minute, and it needed a lot of good structuring. So there again, Rajdeep was there until about 9:00 p.m. of the deadline day, no matter how many iterations it took to make it the best we could submit.

The interview support was also fantastic! With Admission Gateway, we interacted with current students and alumni. Even the peer group they created allowed me to find a community where I never had to step outside to gain insights because the chats there were very rich.

Rajdeep has been a very important part of our application journey, and I cannot thank him enough for holding me accountable when I delayed, giving me reality checks to manage my expectations, and always being there whenever I needed support.

I had a fantastic experience working with Rajdeep– he followed a smooth and structured approach and took the time to understand my unique experiences/ stories, helping me package them effectively.

At the start of the application season, I had started a 6-month externship in Africa. While I was settling into a new job and country, and despite the time-zone difference, Rajdeep took great effort to ensure that the application process was smooth. He planned timelines for tasks, reached out to check on progress, motivated me whenever I was struggling to balance applications with work, and setup regular discussions.

Rajdeep ensured that we completed an 80% complete draft of the resume well in advance. We had discussions where Rajdeep provided me personalized resume guidance for my context – how to bring out early promotion track, highlight achievements from my externship, highlight social impact work I had done over the years etc.

I had come in with pre-conceived notions of goals people write in their applications. But Rajdeep pushed me to think broadly about options, which were unique to my personal and professional experiences (startup accelerator space, social impact work in entrepreneurship). We had rounds of discussions, debating pros and cons of 3 goals options, and decided on one which was impactful and personalized.

Rajdeep and I aligned on a game plan for completing essays. He followed a structured process, wherein we would spend first 2-3 discussions to align on stories and flow of the essay, and then iterate on content and language to ensure effective storytelling. Rajdeep had in-depth discussions with me to understand all my stories across personal life, college experiences and my two jobs. We then narrowed down this list to create two storyline options for the HBS essay. After further discussion, we finalized one and subsequently iterated through 12 drafts of the essay. Thanks to Rajdeep’s guidance, I think my final HBS essay really helped highlight how my life experiences and my professional experiences shaped me.

The interview prep process was extremely streamlined. Rajdeep conducted at-least two one-on-one mock interviews with me for HBS, Kellogg and Booth and group-discussions for Wharton. I would additionally share audio recordings of my responses for some of the standard interview questions with Rajdeep, and he provided me offline feedback to further help refine my prep.

All this effort helped me gain admission to my dream school, Harvard!

As an entrepreneur and engineer I had no prior experience in narrative writing, I faced significant challenges in articulating my thoughts clearly. Aparna was an invaluable resource throughout this process, providing the approachable and flexible support I needed. She was there with me throughout and her support was critical in helping me navigate the complexities of the application process. Moreover, I was spending 12+ hours a day at work, Aparna was extremely flexible and was very respectful of my context.

After being rejected post-interview by Darden, Tepper, and UNC, I was discouraged. However, Aparna’s individualized approach, especially her mock interviews with tailored questions, helped restore my confidence. Her belief in my profile and her perseverance made a world of difference. She identified my weaknesses and gave actionable insights which were instrumental to my success.

Thanks to Aparna’s guidance, I eventually received admits from McCombs, Duke, and Cornell, with Duke being my top priority. Aparna went above and beyond, dedicating extra effort to help me secure my spot at Duke, and I was thrilled to receive a $50K scholarship. Her genuine interest in my journey and support were key to achieving my goals. I highly recommend working with Aparna and the Admissions Gateway team.

Shabri worked really hard to figure out my story and carve out my essays to showcase my true personality and profile. I ended up going to my top school – I am super grateful to her for all her help. I loved her approach and would highly recommend working with her, especially for top B-schools.

I am thrilled to have received admits from NYU Stern and Kellogg, thanks to Mudit and the Admissions Gateway team. Their comprehensive approach was truly remarkable. From providing unique insights on my resume that highlighted my entrepreneurial spirit to covering every aspect of essay strategy and interview preparation, their guidance was invaluable.

The engagement was thorough and personalized, ensuring that I stood out in every part of my application. I highly recommend Admissions Gateway and the team for their exceptional support and dedication. Their expertise and commitment made a significant difference in my application journey.

I reached out to Mudit for my MBA applications. He conducted a comprehensive profile evaluation. I was initially very apprehensive about my chances since I came from a software background. I wasn’t sure how to start my applications. Mudit was very comprehensive during the profile evaluation call. He not only provided me with the confidence I required, but he also informed me about the whole process, which set the tone for the rest of my applications.
I started my engagement by watching workshops led by experts. The workshops provide a method to the madness. What stood out to me in the workshops was that even though they provided a structure to the process, it wasn’t rigid. I could think of my background and could easily fit it into the structure provided and in many ways it encouraged me to think deeply about my profile.
I was equally happy with team’s involvement in the essay writing and interview process. For essays we went through numerous iterations together. Having gone through 5-6 iterations each for all essays I can safely say that the team put in their ful effort to ensure that I was able to put out my authentic self in the essays and ensured that my aspirations were grounded in my personal and professional experiences.

I received interview calls from CBS and Wharton. The team organised mock sessions for both interviews. Infact for Wharton’s TBD I sat for mock sessions with Wharton Alumni which provided specific insights about how I can prepare for the TBD interview. Similarly for CBS I did numerous mock sessions with the team which allowed me to gain specific insights about the expectations and the process.