Master Admissions | MBA Admissions Consultants

I came in with an unconventional, zigzagging story and no clear idea of how to stitch it together. From the first conversation, I felt Betsy was on my side and understood me. She worked with intensity and honesty to shape something cohesive, authentic, and powerful– you WILL write many, many drafts and she won’t BS you. In return for putting in the effort together, you will receive Incredible offers—including generous financial packages. These essays also helped me win fellowships and scholarships.

What stood out most was how deeply personal and human the process was. We didn’t craft some glossy, impersonal version of me—she found and refined the real me. That meant late-night brainstorms across time zones (I was around the world and she was always flexible to make our editing turnarounds work), bursts of inspiration mid-travel, and the kind of candid, big-picture conversations that made the work meaningful. Betsy wasn’t just my own consultant— she helped me manage my mom (who was stressed thru it all but trusted Betsy’s expert opinion), became part of my support system, and made the whole journey way less stressful (and even fun!). I’m so grateful for her guidance, humor, and heart through it all.

Def can say we are good friends through it all. She often makes connections for you with incoming classmates, too, which is a bonus!

Strongly recommend. TLDR:
1) She seriously knows her stuff
2) Time with her is productive AND fun
3) She produces major results

I cannot recommend Betsy highly enough. I am so pleased with my results and can’t wait to head to Tuck as a member of the Class of 2027 with a substantial financial award package.

As someone from a “non-traditional” background, it was really important to me to find an admissions consultant who understood my career path and saw it as an asset. I spoke with 5–10 consultants before landing on Betsy—we clicked quickly, and I trusted her to have my best interests in mind. She always made me feel like my story was interesting and would be exciting to admissions committees, which in turn gave me confidence in my applications.

I felt that we captured my personality in a genuine way. The schools definitely saw the real me, and I’m so happy that I was admitted based on that story. I ended up learning a ton about myself in the process and felt like my ability to interview and network improved—an unexpected bonus. I really understood what I was trying to convey about myself, inside and out, and I think it made me a more compelling, sincere candidate.

I rarely felt stressed, and Betsy was always able to calm me down when I did worry about whether I would be admitted anywhere or would see the results I wanted. She didn’t make false promises but assured me that it was worth throwing myself into the process and taking a chance. I didn’t feel that way when I spoke to other consultants—I felt like just another client to them. With Betsy, I feel we formed a genuine friendship and connection, based on things beyond MBA admissions, such as lifestyle interests and values. I think that helped us capture my true essence in the application process.

All that to say: I HIGHLY recommend Betsy. I know we will stay in touch throughout my MBA journey and beyond.

HBS bound speaks for itself. I came into the process fairly scattered about my goals, and through a ton of back and forth, Betsy helped me hone in on a focused narrative for my business school “why.” She’s thoughtful and thorough in getting to know your background and interests. And she’s candid about what aspects of your experience and motivations are impactful to include, and what may not be as impactful as you think. This candid guidance was incredibly helpful for me and saved me time from overthinking. Betsy’s strengths (as I experienced them) are in her essay guidance more so than project management of your application process. My week leading up to deadlines was stressful, so just set expectations for timelines up front if you need that project management support.

Above all, I felt that my time with Betsy will be valuable to me beyond this application process since it often felt more like career coaching than application support; she truly cares about her students beyond just the applications. I’m more focused now in how to articulate my goals for the next few years and thrilled to be pursuing them at HBS. I have recommended Betsy to close friends and would recommend to anyone reading this too!

Despite applying to business school as a consultant, I was very much a non-traditional applicant, having had a prior career in a non-business field. I went in with little understanding of the application process, but Betsy provided guidance throughout, particularly on which of my prior experiences were most powerful in setting me apart from other applicants. Betsy was very flexible in accommodating our interactions around my busy (and ever-changing) schedule, and our different time zones never posed any issues.

Throughout the application process, Betsy became a friend and someone I deeply trust. Given her extensive experience in advising applicants, she has a network of top business school admits, students and graduates that she has introduced me to. These connections helped me make the extremely tough decision between HBS and GSB, and have already opened doors to potential MBA summer internships. More than anything, Betsy has given me greater confidence in articulating my story in a way that highlights my unique experiences and strengths without sounding boastful – something that will continue to benefit me throughout business school and beyond.

Overall, I could not recommend Betsy highly enough!

I initially reached out to Betsy for support with MBA applications, but she was already at capacity. However, when she saw my list of schools, she correctly and astutely guessed I would also be applying to Harvard Kennedy School, and offered her support for that application.

The HKS application is complicated, with several CVs and many essays. Betsy has supported many applicants with this process and I felt confident I was in good hands from the start. We started from scratch to craft a narrative uniting my life and work experiences, and then strategized on how to communicate that across each component of the application. The end result was an application package that conveyed my authentic self, and which I assume resonated with the admissions committee: I was admitted to HKS with a significant merit scholarship.

Throughout the whole process, Betsy was incredibly affirming: her curiosity and optimism – coupled with her wealth of experience and clear-headedness – made me look forward to hopping on the phone with her, and I left each conversation energized to tackle the next draft of materials. I was also working outside of the United States for the majority of the application process, and Betsy was always available – with turns of materials within hours being the norm, rather than the exception.

I would without hesitation recommend Betsy for any HKS applicant (and although I didn’t work with her on the MBA side, I am sure she is just as adept with those applications). She really “gets it” and helps you come out of the process feeling built up and excited for what’s next.

I had previously applied to the GSB (without success) and decided to try once more. I reached out to Betsy a month before the R2 deadline with a mostly finished app, hoping to just apply the final polishing touches. After she read my essays, Betsy gave me some tough feedback and asked about my appetite to go back to the drawing board – what I had was decent, but decent wasn’t going to get me into GSB (especially as a reapplicant). So began an intense month of writing, editing, laughing, arguing, and a whole lot of fun.

The GSB application is complex, but with Betsy’s help, I managed to write essays and stories that were personal, authentic, and compelling. She helped me connect the dots in a way I hadn’t really explored before and then helped me translate my story into a strong application for AdCom (and later the interview). When I hit submit on my application, I genuinely felt like I had put my best foot forward – ultimately the application is a crapshoot, but I gained comfort in knowing I had done my best (thanks to Betsy).

Working with Betsy was such a breeze – she really wants to get to know you, is timely about feedback/iterations (especially important since I had such little time before the deadline), and is just a fun time (we would often talk about so many things non-application related). One thing I’ll note is that Betsy isn’t afraid to give tough feedback (I would honestly sometimes get annoyed) but ultimately her tough love did wonders for me – in hindsight, I needed someone like Betsy to push me, and then push me more. Simply put, you want this woman in your corner.

When I got accepted, Betsy was overjoyed (we definitely fangirled for a while). Immediately after, she made so many intros for me, provided her sage advice on a number of issues, and helped me visualize what going to the GSB would look like.

Once you work with Betsy, you have a friend/mentor for life. She is so invested in me and my story, aspirations, and success and I love that she is a text away. I’m so lucky I got the chance to work with her and learn from her, and now get to be her friend. If you’re serious about the very top schools, you need to work with Betsy.

Betsy is the wisest and coolest consultant out there and you need her next to you fighting your corner! I still vividly remember speaking with Betsy for the first time back in April 2022 – I was feeling pretty overwhelmed by the whole application process, but Betsy’s infectious energy and positivity were enough to convince me that the next few months were going to be a fun ride, and a fun ride it was, all thanks to her!

What truly differentiates Betsy is how incredibly generous she is with her time. She put in genuine effort and energy to really get to know me so she could better understand my story and help me articulate it in the application. She is one of the few people who truly cares and invests in you every step of the way. Despite our 8-hour time difference, I knew that I could always get in touch with Betsy on email or on WhatsApp – knowing that Betsy was only a call away brought me an unparalleled sense of comfort and confidence. To put things into context, the night before one of my submissions, Betsy stayed up with me for hours whilst we went back and forth on WhatsApp / email to perfect the answer to one of the short questions that she felt wasn’t sitting right – she demanded nothing short of the absolute best that I had to offer, for which I cannot thank her enough!

Akin to this, there were many instances during the summer where I clearly thought that there wasn’t more that I could add to my essays but believe me when I say that Betsy has the magic sauce to bring your story to life. We would spend hours brainstorming different angles to pitch my story. I would start with one idea in mind, and over time with input from her years of wisdom and experience, would end at something far more robust and developed. In fact, our conversations were instrumental in helping me identify my long-term goal.

I must also say that when Betsy chooses to work with you, she gives you her undivided attention – it is truly remarkable how she effortlessly juggles working with all her applicants because there wasn’t once in the whole process when I felt like I was competing for Betsy’s time. She calmed me when I was getting too ahead of myself and nudged me when she felt that I might be falling behind.

Betsy is truly passionate about helping people discover their potential and I am so grateful that I chose to work with her. Putting my faith in Betsy was the best decision I made last year. Not only have I left with an offer from the Wharton Lauder program with some scholarship, but also a friend and mentor for life!

I would have been lost without Betsy. She helped me hone my story, emphasize my strengths, and get into Wharton. Oh, and all that in so short a timespan that she wasn’t even sure it would be possible!

I came to the application process late. It was already November 2022 and I hadn’t even written my GRE. I wanted to apply for January 2023 deadline, just two months away. A friend referred me to Betsy, and when we first spoke, she was brutally honest (her hallmark) that if I hadn’t even written my test yet, there was no way I’d get an application out for the Class of 2025.

Fast forward to November 17. I had just smashed my target score on the GRE, so I reached back out to Betsy. She looked over my profile again and selflessly agreed that we would push hard, on a short timeline, to get a couple of applications out by year-end. Her commitment from then on was steadfast. She kept me calm in stressful moments, nudged me when necessary, and shone the light of understanding over the whole process.

Conversation with Betsy is always fun and wide-ranging. It can even be therapeutic when you’re talking about life goals, but make no mistake: when it comes to applications, she is demanding, meticulous, and very frank. Of course, these are exactly the traits you want in your consultant, at least based on my limited sample size.

Coming out on the other side, acceptance letter in hand, and headed to Wharton in May for the start of the Lauder joint degree, I feel I’ve made a great friend and someone I could count on through thick and thin. I can’t recommend Betsy highly enough.

Betsy’s greatest skill is showing you what makes you different.

As an MBA candidate with a stereotypical background (Consultant, Male, etc.), Betsy provided an invaluable perspective in allowing me to shape my narrative in a way that was both unique and genuine. The application is a fairly stressful process, and Betsy’s guidance helped me focus on what makes me different.

Betsy feels more like a friend than an MBA coach, and this brought a level of candidness to our conversations that I would not normally be willing to share. Through this camaraderie, we engaged in candid conversations about work, life, and everything in between. As a result, Betsy helped me frame the overlap between the technical skills and the soft skills I’ve developed from my experiences, and how they’ve contributed to my career goals.

Agnostic of the MBA acceptances I received, I walk away with extreme gratitude for my experiences with Betsy. The work we did will continue to influence how I am able to drive impact in different roles throughout my career.

I came to Betsy as a re-applicant who was highly skeptical of the value of consultants. Thinking I could do it on my own, I applied to 4 M7 schools for the Class of 2024, received 1 interview, and was waitlisted. I was determined to re-apply for the Class of 2025 with a consultant and after some research chose Betsy.

One of my initial reasons for being skeptical of consultants was a fear of a “cookie-cutter” approach that wouldn’t do justice to my application. Right from the jump it was clear that Betsy was invested in me and understood my own unique story. One of the things that I think is underrated about working with Betsy is how much TIME you spend working with her! She’s involved in every aspect of the application and remembers every detail about your conversations – no matter how many people she works with within a given cycle. I came from a company with high name recognition, but I found my work very difficult to succinctly explain. Betsy made sure to spend an incredible amount of time understanding my work in order to help create a compelling narrative for my essays. As she put it “If I can’t understand what you do and I’m spending all this time with you, how will admissions??” and she was 1000% right!

Throughout the process, Betsy not only was my consultant but also became a friend and sounding board about life, work, and everything in between (something that has continued even post-admit!). She made sure to treat the relationship as one of the peers, and not one of business. Betsy is tough, but fair, and truly wants what is best for you. At the end of the day, the goal is to get into one of your preferred programs and she never shies away from telling you the truth even if it’s not what you might want to hear after spending hours writing an essay draft!

In the end, I was admitted to Kellogg – and even got an HBS interview as a reapplicant (which was completely down to Betsy’s re-examination of my profile). As someone who originally applied on their own, I can truthfully say I would not be going to BSchool without Betsy’s help. Working with Betsy is the BEST decision I ever made on my MBA journey and my only regret is not working with her sooner!

Betsy was an amazing consultant for my MBA applications and even more than that, a friend that I bonded with instantly and continue to stay in close contact with. As a re-applicant, Betsy’s help throughout the process, from initial strategy and story to submission, was integral to my gaining admission to Columbia which was one of my top choices as an NYC resident. Throughout our work together our conversations were extremely meaningful and we were even able to meet up in person when I was in California – she put a lot of time, effort, and care into getting to know me, my career, and my life experiences. Beyond that, our conversations helped me learn a lot about myself and my story, and I will take those lessons with me into business school and for the rest of my life. She isn’t afraid to be tough and deliver direct feedback when it’s needed (and it will be!), but always in a productive way that leads to direct improvements to my applications. The application, interview, and decision process is of course stressful and there were plenty of moments of doubt on my end. But she never gave up on me and gave a lot of herself not only to our work together but also on a personal level throughout the process. The friendship we built on a personal level is something I value immensely and will carry with me for life. If you couldn’t tell by reading the above, I don’t have enough positive things to say about Betsy and can’t recommend her highly enough as an admissions consultant!!!!

I don’t know how I would have navigated the process without Betsy. I was recommended to Betsy by a coworker who got into HBS. Prior to even applying, she was sharing insightful takeaways on the process.

Betsy is tough (but in a good way). She’ll really try to understand your story, talks you through your goals, and in the process, you’ll not only write fantastic well-thought-out essays and be fully-prepared for the interviews but you’ll also gain a friend that really cares!

I took the GMAT in late July 2022 and turned to Betsy immediately to guide me through the R1 application process (HBS was the first one due which was in September – less than 5 weeks away). She kept me organized throughout the process, and I always felt like I was in good hands despite the extremely tight timeline.

I could not rave about Betsy enough – Save yourself the trouble and get Betsy to help you!

I am an engineer in Biotech and come from a very non-traditional background. I was really skeptical about MBA Admissions consultants and whether I needed one, but when I was introduced to Betsy by a consultant friend, I immediately realized how little I knew. I was really thankful for ultimately in the end of hiring Betsy because I was able to get into nearly all the schools I applied to with tons of scholarship money and even a full-ride at schools like Northwestern, Berkeley, and Michigan. One school even gave me a full ride and a stipend! I’m currently on the waitlist at Stanford hoping to hear back good news soon. Even though Betsy doesn’t come from a technical background, she was able to help create a strong narrative of my life and work experience that really shined in the application and interview process. As someone who doesn’t do much reflection, we had great conversations about work, life, and everything that really helped me self-reflect and write better essays and communicate who I am during the interviews. Betsy really pushed me hard and it wasn’t all fun and easy, but that’s honestly what makes her great, is that she is always pushing you to dig deeper. My motivations and perspectives about my career were far clearer after working with her over multiple sessions which I cannot thank her enough for. The relationship never felt like a business transaction! In summary, as someone who really didn’t know anything about the MBA application process and someone with a really non-traditional background in Biotech; I cannot recommend choosing Betsy more. It was worth every penny!

Betsy was wonderful to work with. As a reapplicant with a unique background, I was careful in choosing a consultant who I felt would really take the time to understand my story. Betsy was direct and offered tough love when needed but also was my #1 supporter. She’s highly competent in all aspects of the application, will call you out on your BS, but will always challenge you to present your best, authentic self.

We also had a lot of fun in the process and even shared the same taste in electronica music (who would’ve known!). Overall the several months of working with Betsy not only helped me get into my dream school but also pushed me to discover parts of myself I didn’t know before.

What separates Betsy from other consultants is that she is the ONLY person listening to your story, providing guidance on essays, prompts, LORs, resume, interview prep and everything in between. You can tell immediately after speaking with Betsy, that she truly cares about your success and it shows in her track record.

I came to Betsy as a reapplicant after 4 declines the previous year (did not engage with a consultant that prior year). In short, her guidance helped me improve my applications massively – I received interview invites from every program we worked on (three M7 schools) and was accepted at my top choice!

Betsy was incredibly knowledgeable about what each program was looking for and our work together helped me craft precise essays which would both reflect my authentic background and also shine at the admissions offices. I often struggle to write/talk about myself, and her thoughtful, direct feedback enabled me to think far more creatively and really made me feel confident about my final essays and in interviews. I appreciated that her approach was not “cookie cutter,” as a reapplicant I had a (small) head start and our process leveraged that to get much better results than I believe I would’ve achieved with a less attentive consultant.

Lastly, I could tell that she genuinely cared about and prioritized my success. When I found out I got an interview at Sloan and needed to prepare pre-interview essay responses on a very short timeline, Betsy was able to quickly schedule several conversations and essay revisions. She really went the extra mile at every stage and was a critical part of my success!

Betsy is simply amazing! She has an unparalleled talent for helping applicants stand out in the crowded field of MBA applicants. With her expert guidance, I was able to secure admission to multiple M7 schools. Betsy is more than just a consultant; she is a true mentor, coach, and friend. She took the time to get to know me and helped me tell my story in a way that highlighted my unique qualities and experiences. Her dedication, expertise, and unwavering support were instrumental in my success. If you’re looking for an MBA application consultant who truly cares about your success, look no further than Betsy! – Sending love from Minnesota!

Betsy is simply amazing. I found her when I was so lost as a reapplicant to HKS. Most other consultants I have talked to told me that my profile was great and I just needed to “tell the story better”. But Betsy was spot on when she identified my potential pitfalls and suggested alternative angles to approach my reapplication. Betsy really knows her stuff. She has a very good understanding of what makes one unique and what to bring out in the profile. In the end, we chose a very different set of stories and talked about my experiences at a level that was way deeper than the first time around.

The process was not easy as I wrote and re-wrote the essays so many times. What I love about Betsy is she holds a very high standard and does not give me an easy pass until she thinks the piece is ready. I remember spending so much time digging out the most suitable stories and debating the meaning of each sentence (she does not allow me to have fluffy/empty statements in any one of them!) and word. She was not wordsmithing like a copy-editor, instead, with each version, the meaning became clearer and sharper, and more insightful. It forced me to think deeper each time. While working hard, I did enjoy working with Betsy very much and have always been thankful for having her as my consultant; otherwise, I would have been so lost as to what do to as a reapplicant.

And Betsy is genuinely caring about me (or probably every applicant), as a friend, not just as a client. We were working with a time difference but she was trying her best to arrange the time in a way that it gives us the best chance to make a turn-around when we are both awake. It was so important during the crunch time and I received her detailed comments in very short intervals. I really really appreciated her efforts and help! She could have just chilled and said “you need to send me the draft at least 48 hours in advance” but she didn’t and just made it work! When I encountered technical issues when submitting and emailed her for help, she was very concerned and suggested multiple ways to reach the ADCOM. I really appreciated her support throughout and she was among the first whom I shared my good news with!

Betsy was truly helpful to work with, and laser-focused on getting me where I needed to be. She was able to guide me and help get the attention of two of my top choices, with the result being scholarship money at both, including my dream school.

I was impressed by Betsy’s candor and consistent ability to improve my work while pushing me to further explore myself and my experiences. Her knowledge of the historical and practical background of each school’s questions was invaluable and helped me more effectively approach each question. Overall, I am incredibly thankful and highly recommend her.

Betsy was incredible to work with, and I can’t imagine having been as successful as I was this application cycle without her thoughtful and challenging questions pushing me to dig deeper and draw connections from my background, career, and extracurriculars to create a cohesive package and story. Betsy helped me see my own value and contributions that I may have overlooked as part of my narrative. With her help, I was able to overcome an uphill battle, given a pandemic career detour, and emerged triumphant receiving admission to 4/5 top 20 schools (waitlisted at one), and awarded at least 50% tuition scholarship at all. If you give it your all, she will give you her all. What I appreciated most was that she heard me and got to know me as an individual and you could tell she was truly invested in my success. I look forward to staying in touch with Betsy throughout my career as a coach, mentor, and friend.

Betsy was personally recommended to me, and we worked together on B-school and policy school applications. I ended up with three top-10 MBA offers, and my absolute dream offer of an MPP at Harvard Kennedy School, plus $400k+ of scholarships across all schools.

Betsy was a hard taskmaster, and I wouldn’t say it was an easy process. But it was obvious that she wanted the best for me and I’m totally convinced I wouldn’t have gotten the offers I did without her pushing me to find and shape the most compelling stories. She was also really responsive (despite our 8-hour time difference) which made last-minute submission stress manageable.

Finally – and surprisingly! – I feel like we have a relationship that won’t end with the application. We’ve had several conversations since I submitted and while I was making my decisions, and Betsy’s also introduced me to previous clients who are alums from my new schools. If you want someone who’ll really get to know you, push you towards your reach schools, and celebrate with you, I can’t recommend Betsy highly enough.

I reached out to Betsy late in my application process, and she was a huge help. Betsy gave me great advice for what sort of traits to highlight and what sort of stories would really resonate in my application. She got to know me and helped highlight experiences that I had overlooked but were actually representative of me and my approach to the world. I also was someone without a lot of obvious leadership positions on my resume, so Betsy helped a lot to showcase the ways I had demonstrated leadership in my previous roles.

Betsy was incredibly responsive. She would reply to my emails about essays or application questions almost always within hours no matter what was going on. As mentioned, I worked with Betsy late in the application process, and she was so accommodating with her time to help me over the winter holidays while I was traveling and writing my applications in a time crunch.

I was really happy with the outcome of my application process. I applied to HBS, Stanford, and Wharton and was admitted to Stanford and Wharton. Thanks Betsy!

I am so thankful I got to work with Betsy for my business school applications – there is no way I could have done it without her! I got into Kellogg, Stern, and Haas, all with scholarships, but am headed to my dream school, Wharton. From the moment I started working with Betsy, I knew I made the right decision. I come from the traditional ‘consulting’ background, and was worried about how I’d stand out – but Betsy got me thinking differently about my application. She first worked to understand me as a person so that she could help craft my stories. And because she knew me so well, she doubled as my friend and therapist as we went through the application process – I truly felt that she wanted the best for me and cared about me. It was difficult working on applications on top of my work schedule, but Betsy actually made it fun. We joked around as she helped me articulate consulting and technical terms into stories that would resonate with the admissions offices, and set me apart from other consultants. She came with a plethora of knowledge of what different schools wanted to see, and was always there to answer every little question that I had. Her support continued even after I got accepted into programs – she connected me to people at different programs and other admits who will be my future classmates. Thank you, Betsy, for being such a joy to work with! Whenever I felt like quitting or like I wasn’t good enough, you raised my spirits and your energy kept me going. Thank you for helping me reach my dream school!

I have worked with Betsy for the past 14 months and do not have enough positive things to say. As far as results, I am attending NYU Stern in the fall which was one of my top choices given I currently live in New York City. I was also accepted to Darden and waitlisted at two top-3 schools (according to US News). Despite my MBA admissions process being nearly complete, Betsy has continued to coach me as I navigate both the waitlist process and pre-MBA enrollment journey.

Whether a question was big or small, Betsy was always available for a quick email response or a lengthy phone call and made me feel like I was not alone during a murky and stress-inducing MBA admissions process. She was always tough and held me to the highest standard, yet supportive and creative to differentiate my candidacy so admissions officers understood me.

Beyond results, Betsy took the time to understand who I am, what my goals were, and what worked best for me. My time spent with Betsy gradually turned from a business-like relationship to a true friendship, one that feels like family. Although I will no longer be working on the MBA admissions process starting in the fall, I look forward to continuing to stay in touch with Betsy throughout my business school experience and beyond.

Betsy is by far the best admissions consultant! She really stands out from the rest in her ability to provide super individualized support for each candidate.

I came into the application process looking for some high-level, low-touch support and guidance (think resume review, copy editing). A friend of mine recommended I reach out to Betsy. From day 1, what was immediately obvious was how much individualized support Betsy offered. As time went on, it became clear just how much Betsy cares about her clients. She worked endlessly to help each candidate craft their stories, realize how impressive and valuable their experiences actually are, and figure out how to be “your best self” in each applicant’s application. The impressive thing about Betsy is that she really helps each applicant with just a finger on the steering wheel—candidates write their own stories and essays, and Betsy provides honestly the best and most useful feedback and ideation sessions that I have ever been a part of. While I don’t have direct experience working with other admissions consultants beyond a few initial consultations, my friends’ experiences with other consultants drove home just how impressive Betsy is. Furthermore, her understanding of the nuances of different schools’ strengths, cultures, and programmatic characteristics should influence applications and interviews.

The care Betsy takes in getting to know each candidate is truly remarkable. This care extends beyond just a transactional exchange between a consultant and an applicant: Betsy and I stay in touch, talk about life, talk about who I should network with, and talk about our personal lives! She really really cares about people. I initially came into the process looking for a consultant and was quite skeptical of the whole admissions consultant industry, but I’m glad to say I left with a really close friend!

Background on myself: Consulting, then corporate. Applied to HBS, GSB, Wharton, Booth, Sloan, and Berkeley, admitted to all schools (many with substantial scholarships).

It’s challenging to put into words how much of an asset Betsy is during the MBA admissions process. I received interviews at every school I applied to, and ultimately decided to attend HBS, though I received scholarships at other M7 schools.

The best part of working with Betsy is that she finds the perfect balance of being your cheerleader, supporting you during the grueling application and interview process, while also pushing you to be the best that you can be. Betsy is not afraid to challenge you, nudge you in a different direction, or help you refine your thinking to put your best foot forward.

Coming from a consulting background, Betsy was incredibly helpful in identifying the pieces of my work experience that would stand out from other consultants. Not only did Betsy work with me through multiple brainstorming sessions to tease out the best aspects of myself to highlight in my essays, but she was also super helpful identifying work/volunteer experiences that would not differentiate myself, and would just take up precious words in my essays. Her knowledge from seeing so many applications was invaluable in knowing what would truly stand out vs. fade into the background.

Another key perk of working with Betsy is that she surrounds herself with incredibly smart and helpful people, so you get the benefit of expertise from a variety of perspectives.

Betsy also goes beyond just editing your resume and essays, she truly invests in you as a human being. She supports you throughout the interview process, connects you to alumni when making decisions, and schedules happy hours to remain in touch.

Please do yourself a favor and work with Betsy; it is the best investment you can make!

Betsy is an absolute star. She is so thoughtful in her approach, really helping to pull together your unique story and tailor it to individual schools. I came to her just a few weeks before the HBS deadline and the impact she had on the quality of my essays was astounding (don’t leave it this late to contact her – I only snuck in because she had a drop out). I only applied to one course, an MS/MBA joint degree at Harvard, so a 100% acceptance rate, all thanks to Betsy!

Betsy is the best MBA admissions consultant on the market. With her help, I got into Harvard, Stanford, Wharton (with $), Tuck (with $), and Booth. Anyone can help edit essays and spice up a resume – Betsy knows how to pull your story out of you and tell it in an incredibly fresh and interesting way that appeals to the most selective adcoms. Not only is she absolutely incredible in helping you find your story, she goes above and beyond at every step of the application. She connected me with incredibly interesting students and alumni at every school I applied to, understood my non-traditional military background, and gave me incredible post-acceptance support to help me decide which program to select.
Most importantly, Betsy makes the process fun. You will spend a LOT of time with your admissions consultant – Betsy is an incredible human who will make the process enjoyable. I didn’t have a single interaction with her where I didn’t laugh. Finding and telling your story is a vulnerable experience – Betsy is THE person you want to go through this process with.

Betsy is amazing, and her method works (trust the process!). From day one, Betsy takes the time to get to know who you are and the best way to represent YOU. Her efforts helped me get into Wharton and I could not have done it without her.

“People often think they’re much less interesting than they really are, but the things they DO think are interesting about themselves…are usually not the most interesting things about them.” – Betsy

Even after I got in, we have stayed in touch and she remains an awesome resource. Putting me in touch with current students / new admits, guiding me as I decided between schools, and even turning me on to various programs within the schools–Betsy is truly the full package.

The experience of working with Betsy was a 10/10, she is so positive, caring, and an absolute pleasure to talk to every time. Highly, highly recommend!

Betsy and I only had a one-hour brainstorming session, and it was a very productive conversation to help me identify my edge in leadership, especially in a way that differentiates me from others! Betsy is also always happy to help in all aspects, including connecting me with alums! 🙂 Betsy is also great at boosting confidence for you – which is a necessity during the stressful application period.

Betsy utilized an intensive approach to get to know me as an applicant, and as a person. Her unique way of squeezing out my best stories and sides in my writing and application was critical in getting accepted to CBS.

For reference, her hands were tied as I applied with a 2.91 GPA and a 328 GRE / 710 GMAT. Also as a white male, these were not impressive stats. I was also unique in that I was a reapplicant, and worked with Betsy both years. I only applied M7 and was determined to get there, Betsy helped me every step of the way and as I said previously, she illuminated parts about myself that I could not have organically gravitated toward while crafting my applications.

All of this also while being humorous, blunt when needed, and a joy to work with. I think what sets Betsy apart is that she understands a lot about the military(military officer candidate here), and this really is hard to find. She understands the org structure of the military to really help you out and was very open to learning about my niche job.

I would recommend her to anyone looking to maximize their chances of a great school, and her price was half as much as my friend paid for his consultant.

I had the most amazing experience working with Betsy – she was so thoughtful throughout the entire process and provided incredible support across all aspects of the application (crafting a story, updating my CV, improving my essays, and interview prep)! Without her guidance, I would not have applied to the Lauder Institute at Wharton, but I am so glad that I did as it has been the perfect program for me. Working with her brought out the best of me in my applications, and she was also an absolute blast to work with and made the application process as painless as possible. I highly recommend working with her, as I don’t think there is anyone else out there who is as committed to getting to know each applicant at such a personal level. Betsy has a deep understanding of what each school is looking for and worked with me to tailor my approach for each school, helping me get into Lauder/Wharton and Sloan, as well as get an interview at HBS. Do yourself a favor and work with Betsy!

Betsy was an absolute pleasure to work with, and she really enhanced my application and gave me all the tools I needed to succeed and get in where I wanted. Totally worth the investment and so valuable.

Being accepted to Stanford GSB was a dream come true and I am truly grateful for Betsy’s help. I could not have done it without her help. Betsy ensured that I put my best foot forward on all my applications and de-mystified the MBA application process with insights from her over a decade of experience. As an Ivy League graduate working in finance, I worried that my application would not stand out. We both agreed that my authenticity was the biggest differentiator. Betsy helped me highlight my personality and it worked! In addition, I had a complicated set of jobs and professional experiences, and Betsy was instrumental in helping me make them universally understandable.

One of the things I appreciated most about working with Betsy was her candor. We did not always agree but that was a good thing. She pushed me to refine my thinking and clearly articulate my views.

My interactions with Betsy did not stop once my applications were submitted. She checked in regularly to discuss interviews and admissions decisions and to just catch up personally. The time she spent “off the clock” was not necessary but always appreciated. I highly recommend Betsy to anyone applying to business school!

Betsy was phenomenal throughout the application process – guiding me through the maze of drafting essays, approaching recommenders, and tackling interviews. She had an intimate knowledge of what each school was looking for and was invaluable in helping me to distill my story. Having worked in the finance industry herself, she helped me to interpret some of my own wins in a way that gave good color, context, and helped me to stand out – ultimately, Betsy helped me to get into Sloan, and all the way onto the HBS waitlist.

Betsy is also super-fun to work with and we had a lot of laughs about things other than my poor writing – I dare say she made the application process even enjoyable…a big surprise compared to the stress and anxiety I was anticipating! Even after getting admitted, we regularly keep in touch to discuss the latest books loaded up on our Kindles or our latest travels to faraway destinations.

With Betsy, not only will you get her sage advice, but you will get an invaluable relationship that you treasure. I have already recommended Betsy to a number of my friends that are applying!

Betsy was a godsend during my MBA applications. I received offers from Berkeley, UCLA, NYU, Michigan, and Georgetown thanks to her intimate understanding of various MBA programs and their admissions processes. I had a competitive profile, but no idea how to articulate my case in essays. Betsy coached and mentored me rigorously despite me reaching out to her only weeks before the deadlines. She helped me craft compelling essays and revamp my CV. The conversations in self-reflection and post-MBA directly helped me ace my interviews. She is the only coach and resource you will need. My only regret is I didn’t reach out to her sooner and save myself a lot of stress.

When I first got into contact with Betsy, all I knew was that I had the GMAT under my belt and really didn’t know much of anything else. While I thought that Kellogg and Darden could possibly be schools of interest for me, it was only through conversations with Betsy and listening to her encyclopedic knowledge of business schools, that I was able to develop a list of top schools to perfectly fit my long-term goals — Kellogg, Darden, Tuck, Anderson, Stern and Ross.

Over the course of two and a half fun (read: active) months, Betsy walked me through the process of applying to those six schools, drawing heavily on her own knowledge of the PE industry and how my current role in the space translated to business school applications. And I was successful! I got into all of my top schools and wasn’t rejected anywhere. As an unexpected bonus, I also received a serious amount of money from one of my contenders.

No matter where I was in the world — in the car, on quarantine trips, in various states during the holidays — she was always on the ball. With timely, direct and digestible feedback, I always felt like I was moving forward and never doubted that Betsy was personally invested in my journey. Additionally, with Betsy holding me accountable and pushing for excellence with every line of every essay and resume, I also never doubted that I would be successful.

And when I ultimately was, and had to decide between the schools I was that accepted me, Betsy was also there to talk me through my options on both personal and professional levels. There was no reason for Betsy to stay in contact with me beyond application due dates, and yet she called/emailed almost weekly for updates on my interviews, acceptances and general well-being. She was genuinely excited to hear about my life — BSchool and otherwise!

While the process is definitely a bit of work, with Betsy you always know that there is someone helping you shoulder the load. Couldn’t recommend working with her enough!

Initially, I was worried about applying this cycle given my test scores and my nontraditional background. So I knew every other part of my application had to be airtight. From my first “fit call” with Betsy, I immediately knew she was the right consultant for me – professional, personable, and someone who is an expert on MBA admissions. Having worked at GSB, attended HBS, and her years of experience advising MBA applicants, Betsy truly understands the MBA ecosystem – what the admissions office looks for in applicants. She helped me craft strong, cohesive essays for each school that made me stand out.

Betsy’s guidance goes beyond the applications. After submitting applications, Betsy advised me on how to manage the rest of the process in order to best position myself with each school. This included interview prep with former admissions officers, career conversations with students and industry professionals, and even housing advice…

I’ll be attending Haas this fall on a full-tuition scholarship and also received ~100k to both Kellogg and Booth. Betsy is the hands down the best! I highly recommend working with her!

Betsy went above and beyond in every aspect. Here are some of the highlights and why you should work with her:
1. She helped me get admission to my top choices: Wharton/Lauder, MIT Sloan, and London Business School!!
2. She introduced me to the Lauder program and connected me to some of her prior students who did the program. Lauder quickly became my top choice.
3. She connected me to countless other students to get their perspectives on different programs that interested me
4. She was incredibly timely and efficient throughout the process. Clear communication and quick feedback
5. She was a mentor. Our conversations were not transactions, she truly cares about her students, and she builds relationships with them
I 100% would recommend Betsy to anyone who wants to bring their best foot forward in the very competitive world of MBA admission. Thanks, Betsy!

Betsy was referred to me by a close friend who had gotten into her dream school the previous year. From our first meeting, I could tell she was exactly the consultant and partner I was looking for, not only was she highly professional and experienced at navigating the application process, she displayed a genuine interest in getting to know me as a person. Coming from an international and non-traditional background, I benefited enormously from Betsy’s personal approach which took me on an introspective journey, digging up small, even overlooked, details and anecdotes from my past, connecting the dots throughout my journey and ultimately producing an application which truly showcased the best I could offer. Her responses were direct, comprehensive and to the point. She was extremely generous with her time and energy, even tapping into her own experience abroad to make her comments more personalized and relatable, and always made me feel confident about myself.
I could not have asked for a better experience, and would not have gotten into HBS without her support and guidance. Thank you, Betsy!

Stanford was always my dream school and it seemed so hard to figure out. I was nervous about all the schools, but working with Betsy was a pleasure–she was an absolute joy to work with and made the process of honing in on my own personal story honestly fun! She was able to draw upon her finance background and prior experience in my industry as we worked on simplifying my complex background into a tangible story. She really knew the DNA of Stanford and Harvard – having worked at the GSB and attended HBS, but also she gave great advice on the other schools I got into. Her connections to people in the MBA orbit – students, alums, ex-admissions officers and professors, were extremely useful during both the application and interview process. I went through the application process on an expedited timeline and Betsy was truly there for me every step of the way! I would highly recommend working with Betsy!!

Betsy Massar got me into the Harvard Kennedy School. It came as a complete surprise coming from a west coast, public university with no full-time experience in the field of international relations. Choosing Betsy as my consultant was arguably the best decision I have ever made. Coming into the application process, I had no clue how to frame my essays and was applying to international relations and public policy programs that are not popular among graduate admissions consultants. Betsy approaches her clients like research projects and takes the time she needs to understand you wholly and your goals in the field. The result comes in the form of beautifully written, convincing essays that speak to who you are as a person and as a candidate. Betsy called upon every resource she had to provide feedback on my applications and even introduced me to people in my field. Her extensive experience abroad aided in my essays and provided a worldly perspective to my application. She understood what these schools were looking for (much better than I did) and was able to craft my varied and not-always-relevant experiences into the picture of a nearly perfect candidate for these programs. The result was outstanding. I ended up using the essays we worked on together for all nine of the programs I applied to and I got into eight of them (including Georgetown SIS, HKS, Columbia SIPA, SAIS, and Fletcher) and received substantial merit-based funding for four of them. At the beginning of this process, I wasn’t sure I was going to get in at all and with Betsy’s help I have just accepted my offer to attend the Harvard Kennedy School, a place I never dreamed I would be lucky enough to attend. I interviewed as many consultants as I could and chose Betsy because I really liked her as a person and because she had more verifiable experience with international relations/public policy programs than anyone else. She’s funny, clever, hardworking, passionate, an excellent writer and has completely changed my life for the better. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Betsy!

Not only did Betsy help me get into my dream school, but she also challenged my thinking and helped me learn more about myself as a person. Betsy showed a genuine interest in my professional and personal endeavors and altogether helped make the application (and decision) process more manageable.

With Betsy’s guidance and support, I was admitted to all four programs I applied to and was even awarded two full merit scholarships. Betsy understands what different admissions committees are looking for in an MBA applicant and spends time to help you craft an application that will make YOU stand out in a crowded field.

Most importantly, Betsy was FUN to work with. She brings great energy to each discussion and has a creative yet effective approach to helping you understand your potential to drive disruptive change in the communities you serve. Without Betsy’s expertise, I am confident that my results would have been much different.

If you are looking for a consultant who will tell you what you need to hear and not what you want to hear, all while having a bit of fun throughout the process, you have found your match!

As the headline states, Betsy is the best.

Betsy invested the time and energy upfront to truly understand who I was as a person and what my goals in life are, going deeper than most relationships I maintain. In doing so, Betsy was able to help me craft a narrative that truly broke the mold and was differentiated (which is important when at face value you fit simply into the tired white male in finance archetype). Not only did Betsy’s counsel help me tell a compelling story for business school admissions offices, but it also helped me sharpen my own understanding of who I am, my values, and how I will leave a mark on this world. That alone is invaluable! Without Betsy’s guidance, I would not have been able to achieve the business school outcomes I had — getting into three of the four schools I applied to, including a H/S/W, and exceeding my own expectations.

Finally, working with Betsy is fun! I enjoyed every step of the process, from our initial get-to-know-you conversations to our stress-filled (on my part) conversations the night before apps were due. Betsy is down-to-earth, witty, funny, and enjoyable to work with. What’s more, Betsy is direct — she will mince no words — and that is a characteristic that is essential in this process!

I recommend Betsy to anyone who is committed to taking their applications and careers to the next level, and interested in making a sincere friend along the way.

I cannot recommend Betsy enough as an MBA consultant! I came to her with a challenging proposition: could she help me maximize my odds of getting into a top business school as a less-than-traditional candidate who lacked extensive business experience with the added catch that I was only applying to a single, specific school. Betsy rose to the challenge masterfully. While no admissions consultant can guarantee admissions, I can confidently say that Betsy’s advice and coaching enabled me to submit the optimal application, and I can happily report that I’ve matriculated to my one-and-only choice of MBA program.

Betsy has tremendous experience and knowledge with MBA admissions in addition to excellent instincts. Her process is comprehensive, purposeful, and individualized. She prioritizes getting to know her clients as people and is exceptionally skilled at sussing out value from every aspect of a candidate’s background and experience. She is equally adept at working with candidates to frame their credentials and experiences in the light most appealing to MBA admissions officers. Her advice and insight into resumes, admission essays, and preparing for interviews were invaluable. Furthermore, Betsy’s critiques were always straightforward, honest, and on-point. This is exactly what you want from an admissions consultant because she is not here to waste your time or money beating around the bush. Most importantly, Betsy genuinely cared about my success and me as a person, which helped her work with me to dig deep and truly individualize my application to stand out from the pack.

I talked with 10 admissions consultants before speaking with Betsy. I immediately knew that she was the one for me. Betsy is incredibly thoughtful, kind, and insightful. Unlike most consultants, I felt like she genuinely wanted to get know me, which was incredibly important when it came time to write essays. She helped draw out anecdotes and examples that really showcased what I brought to the table, both professionally and, more importantly, personally. I always left our discussions learning something new about myself, which made the essay writing process rewarding and speaks to her ability to draw out the best in people. I would not be at the school I am today without her expertise. Thank you Betsy!

After an extensive evaluation of the top admissions consultants including conversations with top contenders, talking with Betsy left me confident that she had the experience to navigate the grueling application process and she would even make it enjoyable! Although extremely accomplished, Betsy was easy to talk to, direct, and thought provoking. As a result of Betsy’s experience, I was accepted to 4 top schools with scholarship.

Betsy made the process fun and relieved the immense amount of stress I felt. She allowed me to be my full self and really took the time to understand everything about me. She became a mentor and confidante. She provided invaluable guidance and feedback that allowed me to put my best self forward in my applications and interviews. Betsy challenged me to think deeper and self-reflect. She pushed me to complete those last applications that I didn’t think I had time left for. She did all of this with such ease and grace, allowing me to feel more comfortable and confident as I went through the process.

Even after committing to my top-choice school, Betsy continues to stay in touch and offer support. I am so happy to have worked with Betsy and found a mentor and friend through it. I have no doubt Betsy and I will continue to keep in contact.

Betsy helped me most by telling me what I needed to hear. I came into the process with preconceived notions which Betsy quickly set me straight on. The result was admission to my top choice program. Thank you, Betsy!

Betsy was an amazing partner on my admissions journey. She was equal parts reassuring and pointed, and her candidness was exactly what I needed to make the best application I could. She was very willing to work with me and met me where I was at. I also appreciated how even though I didn’t take a full package with her, she always went above and beyond to make sure that the application I submitted was the most polished one that told my true story in an interesting manner. Highly, highly recommend!

I had the best time working with Betsy and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone I know.

I did countless free 30-minute consultations with different consultants before deciding to work with Betsy. Right from the beginning, Betsy stood out because I could tell she was fully committed to getting to know me as a person and genuinely invested in my success. In particular, as an international student, I felt like Betsy really made the effort to understand my background and give appropriate feedback even in our initial free 30-minute call – unlike many other consultants who made comments that were tailored to US candidates (e.g., comments on GPA or extracurriculars, which were not part of my undergraduate experience). I believe this is because Betsy has experience working with very diverse candidates but also because she’s fundamentally a caring and empathetic person.

During the process, Betsy was both a critic and a cheerleader. She challenged me when I became complacent on some of the “easy” essays and pushed me to do better, and she encouraged me when I felt totally overwhelmed and had self-doubt. Most importantly, she was (and is) a partner and friend.

I have just started business school in my dream dual degree program and I still keep in touch with Betsy. I strongly recommend working with her because she’s the best! Perhaps the strongest indication of how much I trust in her is that even though I did not get into every school I applied, I have the full confidence that my applications were the absolute best they could be. I really could not have done it without Betsy, and I would choose to work with her every time!

I wasn’t initially planning to work with an admissions consultant. But when I met her at an MBA fair where she candidly critiqued my anonymous profile, I changed my mind!

One of the most amazing things about Betsy is that she’s so genuinely interested in understanding what matters to you and what makes you unique. She believes in you and your story. And at the same time, she’s incredibly tough and precise in her feedback. I sent her an essay draft after having 7-8 friends tell me it was really well done. But she pushed me to read it from the perspective of someone who didn’t know me at all (like an admissions officer) and think about how it needed to change and improve. And it made a huge difference – I got into three top programs!

Everyone should work with Betsy. From my experience, she was especially helpful to someone with a “traditional” background (banking, consulting, private equity), but ALSO great for someone with a “non-traditional” background, e.g. a public service/nonprofit bent. I know because I was both during the course of the application process when I switched jobs and she was a great fit in both cases 🙂 My experience is just one example of how she can take any application and make it meaningful and powerful.

THANK YOU, BETSY!!