Fortuna Admissions | MBA Admissions Consultants

Number Of Expert Admissions Coaches: 41

Total Reviews: 1038 | 5 Star Reviews: 1037 | 4 Star Reviews: 1

Fortuna Admissions is a dream team of former admissions directors from the world’s top schools, bringing unparalleled insider expertise to MBA admissions consulting. Coaches at Fortuna have reviewed thousands of applications, shaped admissions policies, and had the final say on who got in. Their deep industry insight combined with a passion for coaching, helps candidates craft standout applications and maximize their chances at the world’s most competitive programs. Read Fortuna Admissions reviews below to see what clients have to say. All client reviews are real and verified by Poets&Quants.

We have personally reviewed tens of thousands of applications from candidates globally. We have also shaped admissions policy, devised the application processes, and had the final say on who got in. We know the inside track – what goes on behind the closed doors of admissions committees, how your candidacy will stand up versus the competition, and how you can best maximize your chances of gaining a coveted place in a top MBA program.

Our experience and passion for coaching gives you a level of MBA admissions insight you won’t find anywhere else. With our passion for coaching, we can help you bring out the best in yourself so you truly shine in your application and interviews.

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  • Jenifer Changed My Life!
    2 weeks ago
    Working with Jenifer was truly life-changing. She was not only an amazing coach, but also a great mentor, guide, and friend who stood by me through one of the most uncertain and challenging times in my life. Thanks to Jenifer’s unwavering ...
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  • Melissa Is A Rockstar!
    2 weeks ago
    Working with Melissa has been a transformative experience. Her coaching style is refreshingly direct and personalized. She invests time in understanding your unique story and aspirations, which allows her to provide tailored, insightful guidance. What sets Melissa apart is her unwavering ...
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    Shreenal Ruparelia
    Executive MBA Application Class of 2026
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  • A Transformative Mentor Who Helped Me Clarify My Path
    3 weeks ago
    Working with Jonathan has been game changing for me. From day one, his commitment to deeply understanding my career goals and motivations set the tone for an incredibly productive collaboration. He didn’t just help me revise my essays—he helped me ...
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  • Karen Prioritized My Success!
    3 weeks ago
    Having Karen guide me on my journey to HBS made all the difference. Balancing a demanding job with the application process felt manageable with her support, even with a 9-hour time zone difference between us. Karen came highly recommended by ...
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  • Perfect Consultant - Professional & Approachable
    3 weeks ago
    As an international student with an untraditional MBA applicant profile, Heidi was the perfect consultant to work with on my application. Her extensive experience with business school, combined with her personal approach and care for my own specific application helped ...
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  • A Coach You Want In Your Corner
    3 weeks ago
    Jonathan is a true coach who knows exactly when to challenge you to dig deeper and when to let your ideas flow. I first heard about him from my brother—now a Yale MBA candidate—who recommended I work with Fortuna for ...
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  • Best MBA Admissions Coach I Could've Asked For
    3 weeks ago
    Over the past 8 months, I worked with Karen through every step of the MBA application process and was admitted to 3 of my dream schools within the M7 - something I didn’t think was possible from the outset. While ...
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  • Sharon & Fortuna
    4 weeks ago
    Sharon was a dedicated and genuine partner throughout my application process. From day one, it was clear that Sharon was fully committed to my success. She created a strategy based on my background to create the best applications possible; she ...
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  • Karen Exceeded My Expectations In Every Way!
    4 weeks ago
    Karen was truly exceptional, and I cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a genuine, caring, and extremely knowledgable consultant to guide them through the application process. When we had our introductory call, I was nearly finished with testing ...
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  • Silpa Works for You
    4 weeks ago
    I spent time with Silpa working on my top four schools. Long story short, I did not only get into the school I wanted, but with a hefty scholarship that made my decision so easy. My investment in Silpa has ...
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  • Strongly Recommend Sharon Joyce!
    4 weeks ago
    I cannot recommend Sharon highly enough! Thanks to her expert guidance, I was admitted to four out of the five MBA programs I applied to—including Harvard. From the very beginning, Sharon’s deep expertise and strategic insights were invaluable. As someone with ...
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  • Admitted To Top Choice - Tuck
    4 weeks ago
    Heidi was wonderful to work with! She really worked to get to know me on both a professional and personal level and was so supportive throughout the entire process. The initial assignments that she gave were particularly beneficial in helping ...
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  • GSB + HBS + SOM Success With Rachel
    1 month ago
    With Rachel's help, not only did I get into my dream school (GSB Stanford), but also Harvard and Yale! Rachel was the exact right balance of supportive and challenging - I so appreciated Rachel being honest when my essays and ...
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  • Could Not Recommend More
    1 month ago
    Working with Rachel was easily the best decision I could have made throughout this entire business school admissions process. It was clear from the outset that she really knew what she was doing. She took the time to get to ...
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  • Highly Recommend Working With Michel
    1 month ago
    I had a fantastic experience working with Michel and would highly recommend her! I worked with her on an hourly basis for applications to 5 schools. Michel is very knowledgeable about the MBA application process and helped me craft a ...
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  • Couldn't Recommend Rachel More
    1 month ago
    I absolutely loved working with Rachel! I wouldn't have gotten into HBS and Wharton without her support, advice, and edits. Throughout the process, I think where Rachel helped the most was crafting a story that made sense given my prior ...
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  • Sharon Is Fantastic
    1 month ago
    I had the pleasure of working with Sharon to apply to two different MBA programs for Round 1 in the Fall of 2024. I was fortunate to be accepted to both programs, one of which was an M7 and the ...
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  • Don't Hesitate To Choose Maren
    1 month ago
    Maren is an incredible MBA coach. She is: - Extremely detail-oriented: Maren and I went through every single piece of my application (word by word) to make sure everything fit in one cohesive, strong story - A true subject-matter expert: ...
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  • Authentic, Honest & Impactful
    1 month ago
    Alterrell played a pivotal role in elevating my MBA essays. I had a clear vision for why I wanted to pursue business school, but Alterrell helped me transform my experiences and aspirations into a compelling and cohesive story. With his ...
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    Sony G
    MBA Application Class of 2027
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  • Tailored Experience For EMBA Application
    1 month ago
    I had the pleasure of working with Peter Johnson from Fortuna for my EMBA application process, and I highly recommend it. Pete has an an in-depth understanding of the MBA admissions landscape, particularly for the school I was applying to. ...
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  • Best Coach I Could Have Asked For!
    1 month ago
    Working with Sharon has been an absolute game-changer in my MBA application journey! This cycle, I was fortunate to receive offers from 6 of the 7 schools I applied to — including 3 M7 programs — along with a total ...
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  • Great Writing Coach!
    1 month ago
    Scott has a real talent at crafting a strong narrative when sharing your personal story! Highly suggest working with him - his perspective is tangible, actionable, and thoughtful. It's been a pleasure working with him.
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  • Admitted To Booth & Kellogg (Thanks To Julie!)
    1 month ago
    I loved working with Julie! She is so knowledgeable about the programs I was interested in and is incredible at storytelling. I trusted her opinion and felt comfortable asking her any question. She helped me get into both Kellogg and ...
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  • Thank You, Catherine!
    1 month ago
    I had an outstanding experience working with Catherine Tuttle as my admissions coach from Fortuna Admissions. Catherine helped me strengthen my application by providing honest and tailored advise as well as key insights about the application process. She assisted me ...
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  • BEST Consultant To Support You In Getting Into Your Dream School
    1 month ago
    Working with Emma has been the most amazing experience! With her help, I was admitted to Wharton ($100K scholarship) and SOM (full tuition scholarship). I highly highly recommend her to anyone aiming for the top schools in the US. Emma ...
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  • Emma Is An AMAZING Consultant!
    1 month ago
    Emma was absolutely fabulous. She got me into 100% of the schools I applied to and got me a huge scholarship at my top school- Wharton. I credit her entirely with helping me find my angle on my application and ...
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  • Patty Is The Ultimate Guide For EMBA Admissions Success
    1 month ago
    When I first started working with Patty, I was completely out of my element. It had been nearly a decade since I’d applied for anything—school, jobs, you name it—and I had no idea how to position myself in a competitive ...
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  • Extremely Reliable, Responsive, & Thoughtful!
    1 month ago
    Patty was an amazing partner in this journey. I applied to multiple programs and she was always available to share feedback and often hopped on the phone within minutes. Her experience, dedication and partnership were incredibly evident since day 1. ...
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  • A Solid Ten Out Of Ten
    2 months ago
    I had the pleasure of working with Emma for my LBS MiM application. This was my second time applying, and the process was more challenging than I had anticipated. I faced difficulties in refining my essays, articulating my career goals, ...
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    Terence Yu
    Masters Application Class of 2026
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  • Amazing Experience!
    2 months ago
    I came to Emma about 1-2 weeks before the deadline for a T10 school asking her for help. Emma not only agreed to help me at the last minute but also refused to let the quality drop despite the rushed ...
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  • Amazing Consultant - Admitted To GSB/HBS
    2 months ago
    Heidi is the best coach I could ever ask for! I was admitted to HBS and GSB because of her help. Instead of vague words of support, I want to provide concrete details of game-changing moments that Heidi initiated that drastically ...
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  • Admitted To GSB/HBS
    2 months ago
    Jenifer showed a true involvement in my story and played an priceless role through the essay phase. She was the yin to my yang throughout the writing process, offering a different perspective that helped me balance out my approach and ...
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  • Reapplicant - Booth
    2 months ago
    I cannot recommend Heidi highly enough for anyone navigating the MBA application process. As a reapplicant, I came into the process knowing I needed to make significant changes and improvements to my application. From day one, Heidi knew exactly how ...
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  • Excellent Advisor - Stanford GSB Admit (Class Of 2027)
    2 months ago
    Heidi is an excellent advisor, serving as an invaluable additional pair of eyes in conjunction with my primary coach. She brings deep expertise on what schools like Stanford GSB is looking for, and was able to give insightful input on ...
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  • 10/10 Best-In-Class Coach & Mentor - Stanford GSB Admit (Class Of 2027)
    2 months ago
    Emma is simply the best in the game. With her support, I was recently admitted to my top choice Stanford GSB, and she played such an instrumental role throughout the process. Right from our first intro call, Emma went above ...
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  • Exactly What I Needed!
    2 months ago
    I was already working with another consultant when someone recommended Tatiana to me midway through the process. I needed help crafting my career goals, and after explaining my specific challenge to her, she immediately understood what I needed and jumped ...
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  • Navy Veteran (HBS, Wharton, Tuck, Booth, Darden)
    2 months ago
    I am beyond grateful for Heidi’s expertise and support throughout my MBA admissions journey. Heidi played a pivotal role in securing offers from Harvard Business School, Wharton, Tuck, Booth, and Darden despite a non-traditional background and below-average GRE score. From ...
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    Niki Roxbury
    MBA Application Class of 2027
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  • Silpa Is The Absolute Best
    2 months ago
    I worked with Silpa on my Round 1 applications and she helped me get into HBS and the Wharton/Lauder program! When I initially met with MBA advisers, Silpa stood out to me as incredibly professional, grounded, and thoughtful. When working ...
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  • Michel Is The BEST
    2 months ago
    It was an absolute pleasure working with Michel. When I started my MBA application process in April, I was initially hesitant to use a consultant, but after having an initial consultation with Michel we immediately clicked, and I knew it ...
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  • Excellent Experience!
    2 months ago
    I was hesitant to work with an admissions consultant due to price, but I found the experience incredibly beneficial. Being worried about certain weak aspects of my profile, I opted for hourly service to workshop essays and my resume. I ...
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  • Silpa Is The Best!
    2 months ago
    I worked with Silpa on my Round 1 MBA applications and couldn’t be happier with the results: I received acceptances to Kellogg, Ross, Fuqua, and Anderson, along with over $300K in scholarship offers across these schools. After initial consultations with multiple ...
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  • 10/10 - Highly Recommend!
    2 months ago
    I am deeply grateful to Bill for the exceptional guidance he provided throughout my MBA application journey. From the very beginning, Bill took the time to truly understand my background, my goals, and my unique story. He worked closely with ...
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  • So Happy I Chose Tatiana For My Applications!
    2 months ago
    I am so happy I chose Tatiana for my application process! As an international student, I knew I needed professional help to navigate MBA applications since I didn't even know where to start. After talking to multiple consultants, I knew ...
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  • Best Coach I Could Have Asked For! Best Coach! (Stanford / Columbia)
    2 months ago
    I had the absolute privilege of working with Heidi during my MBA application journey to Stanford and Columbia, and honestly, I couldn’t have asked for better guidance. Heidi just gets it—she understood my story, my strengths, and what made me ...
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  • Update to my review/ Acceptance update
    2 months ago
    Have already provided a detailed review. This is to update that I have been accepted into multiple programs with scholarship, including my top choice MIT, Sloan Fellows MBA program. Worked with Jonathan for the pre-interview questions and some interview ...
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    YAZHINI RAVI
    MBA Application Class of 2026
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  • Exceptional Coach: A Journey Of Growth & Self-Discovery
    2 months ago
    Tatiana is incredible! I had the pleasure of working with her on my GSB application, and she was nothing short of an outstanding coach. The experience felt more like a journey of self-discovery—understanding who I am, what drives me, and ...
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  • Investing In Silpa Is An Investment In Yourself!
    2 months ago
    I first heard about Silpa through my cousin, who had a wonderful experience working with her. I can confidently say that all I had heard was true - Silpa is the best consultant that you can choose to work ...
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    Meera Karthik
    MBA Application Class of 2025
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  • Very Supportive & Invested - One Of The Best People To Reach Out For MBA Applications
    2 months ago
    Matt is one of the best in the industry, not only as a consultant but also as a supportive and genuinely helpful person. He took the time to speak with me multiple times, helping me identify the key strengths in ...
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  • Calm In The Storm – The Ultimate MBA Application Mentor & Partner
    2 months ago
    Working with Jenifer was the best decision I made for my MBA applications. During a stressful and nerve-wracking application season, her calm, steady mantra, "trust, we will get there" became my guiding light. She not only helped me craft stellar ...
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    Param Desai
    MBA Application Class of 2024
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  • Stanford GSB Admit
    2 months ago
    As an international applicant, I had little understanding of the Stanford GSB admissions process. From the outside, it seemed incredibly daunting, and I knew I needed the expert guidance of someone like Heidi. Heidi truly embodies the spirit of Stanford GSB. ...
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