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I worked with Devi on my full application to both GSB and HBS and on the GSB and HBS interviews. Devi teaches you things that you cannot learn from any book/website or forum. Even though many people dread the HBS interview for its rigor, with Devi’s expert guidance, the actual interview felt like a breeze. Devi is honest and supportive, and throughout the entire process, I could feel that she believed in my candidacy. Devi helped me explain my work experience in a clear way – something that I struggled with at the beginning. Devi was INSTRUMENTAL in my admission to both GSB and HBS. If you are serious about the process, don’t think twice and work with Devi.

With less than 10 days until the application deadline, I made the last-minute decision to hire a consultant to help with my essay. After my first phone call with Devi, I could sense how she wasted no time and gave honest, critical advice that ultimately set up my application for success. Close to the deadline, she worked around the clock to provide helpful insights on my essay and made sure I was getting the most value out of the 5-hour package. She is straightforward with her advice, but I can tell it is only in the best interest of the candidates. I would encourage future candidates to make the decision to work with Devi (and decide a bit earlier than I did!) as my experience goes to show how dedicated Devi is to her clients!

I worked with Nisha on applying for the round 1 cycle for class of 2025. I went in very narrow-minded – I initially wanted to stay in my city and my city alone. Nisha’s thoughtful guidance opened my eyes up to other programs that would not only help me get to where I want to go but give me a higher chance of being admitted at all. In a turn of events that I could not have predicted, I am moving away and attending the program of my dreams. Nisha, thank you for answering my anxious questions and calming my nerves. I am very grateful, and so excited to embark on this next chapter.

I signed up for the Start-to-Finish Package for two schools from mbaMission (Wharton and Haas). I first had a free consultation with Jessica Shklar, and she ultimately matched me with Susan.

As someone who comes from a nontraditional background, I lacked confidence and I wasn’t sure how to navigate the MBA admissions process. Susan helped me understand how to convey my unique story and experience in a way that made sense for business school. She also helped me reflect deeply on what I wanted to really achieve post-MBA. The process of brainstorming and writing essays with Susan was a truly transformative experience, one that made me realize my own strengths in the competitive applicant pool for both Haas and Wharton. However, what made Susan stand out the most for me was her attention to detail and honest feedback. Susan’s feedback pushed me to perfect my application, and I honestly don’t think I would’ve gotten into these programs, let alone with significant scholarships, without her support. I can tell she deeply cares about the people she works with and was always available to hop on a call if I had any questions about her feedback. I cannot recommend Susan enough!!

In addition to Wharton and Haas, I also got into Booth, Yale, Tuck, and Michigan (all with over 50% scholarships). After working with Susan on Wharton and Haas, I felt more confident tackling these other applications by myself!

Working with Harshad was the best decision I ever made. He not only understood the admissions process but also genuinely believed in my potential. His faith in my ability to get into a top school, even with the GMAT score I had, was the push I needed to believe in myself after speaking to many other skeptical consultants, who told me my chances are very limited.

Harshad’s expertise helped me find my unique story, which I believe was the key to making my application stand out. His ability to patiently listen and ask thought-provoking questions enabled me to dive deep into my experiences and aspirations, eventually crafting a compelling narrative that resonated with my target school. I must also highlight Harshad’s deep understanding of my background and culture. He recognized the unique strengths that came with my diverse experiences and helped me leverage them to showcase my potential to the admissions committees. I truly believe that his ability to integrate those facts into my application played a significant role in setting me apart from other applicants.

When it came to writing my essay, Harshad’s guidance was invaluable. He provided clear and actionable feedback, which enabled me to refine my writing while preserving my authentic voice. I was amazed by how he could turn my experience into a powerful and engaging story.

Thanks to him, I was accepted into Harvard Business School – a dream come true!

In conclusion, I think Harshad is the best in the business and will go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals. I am forever grateful for his support and can’t recommend him enough!

I had a great experience and outcome with Debbie. She is professional and does care about my personal situation. One year ago, I was not accepted into any of the major programs I applied to. One year later, with the same job and GMAT score, Debbie helped me to get into the program I dreamed of. She can talk with you to discover potentials you may not even know on your own. She will enlarge your highlights while avoiding the risky points you may make alone. I find the process with Debbie very helpful, and she is highly recommended.

Starting my MBA application was a process that really scared me. I didn’t feel confident in my ability to put together an application that would show my best strengths, and I didn’t know what schools I could really get into. I found Gavriella and after our first preview interview, I felt like she would be a wonderful advisor through my application process. She has an incredible breadth of knowledge that I was able to utilize. I was able to ask her questions at any time and on any topic and she always responded with a helpful and thoughtful response. She was optimistic and gave me the emotional support I needed to get through the ups and downs of applying to multiple schools with a variety of different essay topics and deadlines. She was an amazing editor and advisor while I was writing my essays. I feel like her ideas helped make my writing 10x better! I felt like she truly cared about me and that my wins were her wins. I got offers from 4 of the 5 schools that I applied to and am so happy with my school of choice. I truly feel like I couldn’t have done this process without Gavriella’s help. Thank you Gavriella, your help has meant the world!

I definitely recommend Michael as an advisor for applying to MBA schools. I didn’t have much time to submit my applications, but he was able to guide me through the process and work with me to revise my essays to emphasize my strong points. I applied to the University of Michigan’s Ross MBA and was accepted despite not having many years of work experience and my GPA/GMAT scores not being as competitive as other applicants. I only had a month to submit my applications and within that month Michael was able to work with me to revise all my essays, rework my resume, and decide which recommenders to ask. He helped show me which aspects the admissions council would be looking at when they reviewed an applicant. Everything he said was spot on as I asked one of the admissions reviewers later what they were looking at to choose a student and every point they covered was underscored by Michael! He also helped me work on interview prep after I got the initial invite and I think my interview went pretty well as I was admitted into my top school: the University of Michigan Ross. Despite not having much time to submit everything, Michael was very responsive and worked hard to get his essay comments/revisions back to me to make changes, sometimes even working over Zoom with me late into the night and was available whenever I wanted to schedule some time to ask questions/review. (This was especially helpful as I was in Europe half the time which made the time zones all messed up when trying to meet.) The overall admissions process was less stressful and I’m happy to have picked Michael to help me with my MBA admissions. I definitely recommend him to anyone who wants to improve their applications and be a more competitive candidate!

After reviewing consultants, I decided to take a 30-minute free consultation with Devi to choose someone who would navigate the process wisely in less than a month and help me get into my dream school. After the virtual call that lasted for an hour, I decided to do the complete start-to-finish package with her. Devi gave me clear, direct, and pragmatic instructions on how to efficiently communicate my profile to different schools. The success of my application was brought by her prompt, competent, and objective feedback on materials. My CV and essays would not be the same without her. Her help was immense during the interview preparation process too, when she not only challenged me but also helped me to gain confidence when talking about my achievements and goals. Devi really pushed me to do my best for the real interview. I was fortunate to have her as a consultant and would recommend her to anyone who is seeking to apply to business school.

Hiring Rachel to be my MBA advisor was a no-brainer, and the best decision I could have made during my MBA application process. She came highly recommended to me by two close friends that both gained admission to their top MBA targets with her help and guidance.

Rachel guided me through applying to my dream school, Columbia Business School, and with her unmatched dedication and incredible expertise, I got in! She was not only a mentor to me through this process, but also a true friend that I knew I could trust and who would have my best interests in mind.

She understands the MBA application process in impeccable detail. She helped me craft my application in a way that was compelling and helped bring to light all of my greatest strengths and accomplishments. Her process is methodical, highly tailored, and incredibly effective, and she is there for you each and every step of the way. Hiring Rachel will maximize your chances of getting into your choice MBA program! Thank you, Rachel!!

I cannot recommend Kim enough. She truly cares about her clients and she goes above and beyond to help them achieve their goals. Kim has a breadth of knowledge about top programs and can help candidates understand their strengths and opportunities. Kim helped me asses my profile and identified areas of opportunity for me. She also reviewed my essays for one of my top programs and helped me with interview preparation. I am fortunate to have gotten into all of the schools I applied to and I could not have done it without Kim’s help!

I’m an applicant with many weaknesses in my application, so I reached out to someone who got admitted to one of the top MBA schools to seek advice and that person recommended that I work with Jessica. So I asked for the 30 min free consultation and in those minutes Jessica was AMAZING! She spotted my weakness, how to mitigate them, spotted my strengths, and introduced me to programs that I never heard about. After the call, I signed up with her for the four schools package, I knew after the call that it was a no brainer to work with Jessica.
In many of the reviews you will read about her skills, I agree with all of them. I believe she is an artist that takes a rusted piece of steel and turns it into a shining diamond. She really impressed me by going above and beyond, it was like a partnership rather than a consultant providing services. She gave very sound advice regarding program selections, exam selections, and application strategy.

I got an interview invitation from one of the M7 schools and I didn’t schedule it as soon as I got the invitation due to my travels, so I ended up with the first slot and only had 48 hours to prepare (and to make matters worse, the 48 hours were during the weekend). I freaked out, but Jessica calmed me down and made sure I was well-prepared. With her help, I got accepted to my first choice school that I applied to 😊. I believe that my decision to work with Jessica led me to achieve my dream to get into an M7 school.

Choosing Harshad as my consultant during my MBA application process has been one of the best investments I have made for myself in my life. I started my applications fairly late and I don’t know what I would have done without his help. At the start of the application process, I was a little lost, overwhelmed, and intimidated. I quickly decided that I needed a consultant to deliver the best possible application that reflected who I am. From my first phone call with Harshad, I knew he was the right person to help me get into my dream schools. From the start, he helped me really hone in and focus on my story to show business schools why I was worthy of a place in their programs. With Harshad’s guidance and assistance I was able to deliver honest and polished applications that reflected who I really was to the schools and why I was such a great fit with them. Harshad’s highly structured and organized working process along with his quick turnaround speed allowed us to work at a really fast pace. He would always respond to any concern or question in no time, usually getting back to me polished versions of my essays in under a day’s time. In addition, he was not afraid about being direct and honest about what didn’t work and what did in my application, which was really helpful as it allowed me to really focus my applications on my particular qualities, experiences, and aspirations that business schools would really care about and be looking for in their next batch of students. His help during mock-up interviews was invaluable as well as it helped me be more confident, humble and relaxed on the day of the real thing. Harshad was also very kind and respectful during all our dialogues and he expressed genuine happiness for me when I got the results I hoped for. Although I would recommend to most people they start their applications several months in advance, Harshad helped me successfully deliver applications in under a month and a half to two top schools which is a testament to his expertise, knowledge and dedication. In the end, I ended up getting admits into INSEAD and HEC Paris, two schools I am fairly sure I would not have gotten into without his help. He was a true mentor and guide to me. If you’re looking for an MBA consultant look no further – Harshad is your guy.

As a member of the military, I knew that applying to top MBA programs would be a daunting task. That’s why I reached out to Harshad and I can confidently say that it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From the outset, he took the time to understand my background and unique experiences, and helped me to craft an application that truly reflected who I am. Harshad provided expert guidance on every aspect of the application process, from selecting the right schools to crafting compelling essays and preparing for interviews. As a military applicant, I appreciated their deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with serving in the armed forces, and their ability to help me communicate the value of my experiences to admissions committees. Thanks to his help, I was accepted to my target program and was able to make an informed decision about where to enroll. I cannot recommend Harshad highly enough to anyone who is considering applying to business school, especially if you have a military background.

I worked with Devi on my full application and HBS interview. Devi was the consultant I think everyone needs, she’s honest, supportive, and efficient. The application process can be very stressful and Devi did an amazing job at helping me go through all the steps perfectly. Crafting my story was the hardest part (for me) as I felt like I had no interesting story to tell but Devi helped me communicate effectively which helped my writing even beyond applications. Devi was very honest and clear which made me trust her feedback even more. I then purchased interview sessions with Devi and I have to say, don’t second guess this service – if you get an HBS interview invite get these sessions! Each session was different and we worked on answering different questions in a thorough and concise manner. She really helped me think and speak clearly about my job, goals, and experiences. I went into my interview with the confidence that I needed and even though (as she says) we can never anticipate the questions, I was able to answer each question with confidence and ease.

As a nontypical applicant (social science undergrad, career in nonprofits, gap in my work history) I recognized that I needed a consultant to partner with for the business school application process and my friends had recommended mbaMission. After exploring consultants online, I knew I wanted to work with Kate because of her experience and interest in working with those from nontraditional backgrounds, which proved to be invaluable. She helped me craft my personal story to cater to the unique aspects of each program, identified key points to highlight my strengths, and enable me to condense my essays to fit the strict word limits. Most importantly, she was the level-headed cheerleader I needed during this demanding process. She set realistic expectations, provided constructive criticism, celebrated achievements both big and small, and eased video essays and interview-related anxiety. Kate also worked with my three references (colleagues and mentors in the nonprofit sector who had never written business school recommendations) to ensure they successfully conveyed my potential as a future business leader. In the end, I was accepted to two out of the three M7s I applied to, including my first choice program. I doubt this would have been possible without Kate’s expert guidance. Applying to the top MBA programs can be a confusing and grueling process, so if you are wondering whether to hire Kate to support you, the answer is yes!

Kate was amazing. As someone whose current job requires working very long hours, my biggest worry during the process was not having enough time to stay organized and thoroughly craft my story. Kate allowed me to do both. I can honestly say I would not have been able to do this without her. 10 out of 10 – cannot say enough good things about Kate.

If you got an interview invitation from HBS, that’s a sign that you should work twice as hard on your story as you did during the application stage. I realized that after a bootcamp style preparation for an interview with Devi, a process that helped me to deeply retrospect about my story, reflect on my professional and personal experience and present my achievements in the most natural way.

Since our first call, I realized how lucky I was to get a slot in Devi’s schedule. Devi knew my whole application down to every last detail in my CV and essay. We had multiple mock interviews with follow-up discussions on how exactly I could sharpen a particular story: which details should be helpful to liven it up and what could be missed out without further regret. Story by story I was sharpening my profile. Although exhaustive, this approach was always fun and productive. For example, we spent quite some time working on a core story in my profile about how I changed the approach to the pitching preparation process within my firm. Challenging with thought-provoking questions Devi pushed me to dig deeper into intentions that I had, what issues I faced, how I overcame them, and how this project helped my firm win clients from new sectors and materially transform our revenue mix. Interview preparation really helped me to realize how much I have achieved and performed during my career, providing me with additional confidence at the interview.

During the interview day, I had zero stress, as the vast majority of questions that the interviewer asked me were those that we discussed with Devi during our sessions. This is a kind of insight and understanding of the interview process that probably only Devi can provide given her experience.

HBS interview prep experience with Devi became a foundation for all other interviews and helped me secure offers not only from HBS but also from Yale, Wharton and MIT.

The interview is the last and most important step to your dream MBA program and you should not compromise on the quality of your preparation. So, if you are serious about your HBS or other B-school interview preparation, Devi is a go-to consultant for this.

I was in a severe time crunch when I decided I wanted to apply to a business program. I had 3 weeks before the round 4 deadline and I was also getting married a week after the deadline. I originally did not have plans of reaching out to an admissions consultant as I had used one for my Master of Science degree and had had a bad experience working with one. Owing to the time crunch situation that I was in, I decided to reach out to an admissions consultant. I read through a few reviews and did my research before picking a firm and a specific consultant. The most important thing that I learned in this research process was that the connection with the consultant was very important. Hence, I signed up for a few 30-minute trial sessions with different consulting firms to gauge my connection with different consultants. I finally ended up going with Heidi Granner from mbaMission. She gave me realistic advice taking into consideration my unique situation (I have a fairly non-traditional background though I’m from an Over-represented demographic) and background. The process was very streamlined with a lot of focus on introspection and self-discovery. If I had not hired Heidi, I don’t think I could have picked the appropriate experiences and subsequently crafted a well-rounded story. Heidi is a skilled storyteller, a great listener, and an empathetic consultant. I only applied to two schools but still got into a top-tier – European business school. I’m more than happy that I picked mbaMission and particularly, Heidi as my consultant!

I did the Complete Start-to-Finish Package with Devi and from the very beginning I could sense how invested Devi was in my success. Her direct and straightforward style helped me put my best foot forward in applications and truly showcase both my accomplishments and personality. More than just helping me pack more in an essay, she pulled out stories and emotions and helped me add more depth to my writing. With regards to interviews – her knowledge regarding the HBS interview was evident. The prep session helped me pinpoint areas of improvement that I was able to address ahead of the interview. I was shocked at how comfortable I ended up feeling during the interview itself. Overall, I’d highly recommend working with Devi for your MBA applications!!

Krista understood my story and what I’m passionate about. She helped me showcase who I am in a very practical, descriptive, and consistent way across all of my MBA applications – and I got into 11/11 business schools (including Harvard, Wharton, and Stanford) with nearly $1M in scholarship money.

Some things that stand out about Krista:

1. Helped me maximize the time. From the very beginning, Krista advised me on how best to use the hours that I purchased from her. We regularly exchanged materials with very detailed instructions on where/where not to focus her review time – and she stuck to it every single time. This made me feel like she prioritized me and what I needed vs. running down the hours (which can be a concern for hourly services in any space). She also suggested what I could do on my own as well (e.g., grammatical reviews), so that she could focus on higher-value feedback for the money that I spent. Krista always tailored her approach to me, which made me feel cared for as a whole person during what can be an incredibly vulnerable process.

2. Invested in me holistically. Even with me being an hourly client, Krista still offered other materials (e.g., school guides and FAQs) and ongoing support (e.g., check-in emails the day of acceptance days) that made me feel like she cared about me holistically. Another way Krista showed her investment in me was by always keeping up with my storyline across all 11 of my applications. For example, Krista offered very targeted suggestions of what I should pull into one of my applications from an earlier application based on the prompt and what my story may have been missing. This helped me focus my efforts, use my hourly services more efficiently, and made me feel heard and seen – Krista truly believed in me and what I could accomplish.

3. Believed in me from the beginning. From our initial conversation, Krista believed in my applicant profile and what I could bring to every MBA program that I applied to. I had concerns about my test scores, which Krista did provide support for me to increase slightly, but I knew I needed my application to stand out in other ways. Not only did Krista help me strengthen my narrative, but she provided endless encouragement along the way. She gave me so much praise on my materials (when it was warranted) and regularly reminded me of how much I’ve accomplished in my career (and as a person) to get me to this point. Krista’s support had an incredibly positive impact on my entire MBA application process and kept me going when times were difficult.

Krista came recommended to me by a very close friend – and now I’ll recommend Krista to everyone I know. Although I’ll never know why these schools accepted me, I’m confident that my applications were better because of Krista.

Devi is definitely the straightforward tough love consultant. I had done a fair bit of research before I decided to hire a consultant but I wanted someone to help me narrow down my essay focus and help me “sanity check” my profile. I wrote a 25-page brainstorm document before our first meeting and I could tell she read it thoroughly and was able to very quickly point out what was unique about my profile. She gave me clear instructions on how to approach the orders of essays as well and even though I was hesitant to do my HBS essay last (since it was my top choice), it ended up being the easiest to write and one of my favorite pieces of writing ever.
But more importantly, Devi was a HUGE help during my interview process for HBS. I had researched and read perhaps a bit too much before my first mock interview and was trying to keep my answers very short at the expense of the completeness of my stories. During our first mock interview, Devi was very direct in pointing that out and even though it was very stressful to shift my mindset as I prepped for our second mock in just a few days, it did me wonders because her guidance on how to structure my focus points was EXTREMELY helpful. My actual interview overlapped a bit with our mock and I felt comfortable in answering questions I didn’t prepare for using the same approach as my other answers.
I am so happy I got accepted to my dream school HBS in R1 and will always be grateful for Devi’s help throughout the process. If you also want to get into HBS (and also other schools), you must talk to Devi!!

I worked with Harold on MIT Sloan’s additional essay, which I was requested after my interview invitation. First of all, he guided me properly about the direction of my essay. He also helped me write a competitive essay. Also, he is really good at communicating. Every time I had a hard time writing essays, he helped me a lot without any sign of annoyance. Eventually, I got admission to MIT Sloan school thanks to his help. Without his help, getting admission to MIT would have been difficult.

Devi was instrumental in getting me into HBS, and I was fortunate enough that she still had space.

I initially thought that HBS interview would be like any other. How different could they be? Very, as it turns out. From the style of questions, to their substance, HBS interview was unlike any interview I’ve gone through.

Devi knew my application and resume better than I did myself, and she spent more time preparing for our sessions than I did (and I spent a lot of time preparing). Her feedback was on point and actionable, and made all the difference.

She also told me when I had enough practice, which I appreciated. Of course, it would have made better financial sense for her to continue, but this just goes to show that she always has the candidate’s best interest at heart.

When the interview day finally came I was shocked by how many questions that we practiced actually came up (these were questions about very specific experiences rather than generic questions). In the heat of the moment, however, I got somewhat tangled and thought that my chances of admission were gone. As it turns out, they weren’t! Devi prepares you to such a standard that even what feels like a bad interview is in fact good.

I would not have made it without Devi, and I cannot recommend her enough. You should work with her if you’re serious about getting into HBS. I’m having the time of my life, and I’m sure you would too!

I wholeheartedly recommend working with Debbie on your applications. With Debbie’s invaluable guidance, I’ve been admitted to one of my top two choices of business schools, a top 5 institution! I’ve already interviewed at two of the four schools I applied to, with final decisions still pending. I’m still in the running to be admitted to all four schools!

Debbie gave me candid and impactful advice on my personal branding – how to highlight the unique aspects of my background and show alignment with my goals. With the essays, be prepared to really engage with Debbie. She’ll come at you fast and furious with seedlings of ideas, grown from the fertile soil of your unique background and story. They are merely suggestions; often it’s the thinking behind her ideas that will then prompt your own inspired idea. This brainstorming process is critical to the final outcome. Trust this process and trust Debbie. It will save you much grief down the road.

Not currently working, I had plenty of time to spend not only considering and incorporating Debbie’s suggestions but also independently reflecting on what other changes I wanted to make. We worked very efficiently together and generally arrived at a very polished result in three or four iterations. I feel that she adapts well to her clients – for me, as a decent writer, she focused most of her attention on structure and message, but I’ve seen that she also has the writing chops to refine drafts at a lower level.

We worked very closely with two of the four schools. The learnings I gained from 10 hours of her time flowed naturally through the remaining two schools. Through the process, I’ve become stronger at telling my personal stories, a skill that will help me throughout business school and beyond.

I had an excellent experience prepping for my HBS interview with Devi, and couldn’t have asked for a better outcome! For my actual application, I worked with a different consulting company but signed up for 1 session of interview prep with Devi. Devi was highly recommended by a friend who had worked with her for his HBS interview and ended up getting admitted to HBS and GSB. What I appreciated most about Devi were her candid approach and direct feedback–I had unconsciously picked up a lot of poor interview advice from the internet, and Devi was quick to correct how I approached my responses. Without her guidance, I know I wouldn’t have emphasized the right parts of my story to leave an impact in the interview. Devi thoroughly prepared for my session read my entire application and came up with questions specifically tailored to me. Although I found 1 mock interview to be enough for me (Devi provided actionable tips and homework after our session), I probably would have benefited from and welcomed a second session in retrospect. I don’t think there’s anyone else in the MBA consulting space who has the same extensive HBS interview experience as Devi, and I think it’s a no-brainer to work with her if HBS is the goal!

I am 100% confident I wouldn’t have achieved the results I did without Heidi’s expertise.

Heidi is a reliable and practical consultant who will be honest with you from the start while still being warm and encouraging. Do not fear that your essays won’t sound like your voice — Heidi is amazing at providing guidance and suggestions for strengthening essays while having you very much keep your own writing style/voice.

As someone who admittedly isn’t the best with time management (especially for longer-term projects/goals — i.e. completing 4 applications over 2 months), I was open about this with Heidi from the start and asked for her support. She built me a custom calendar that had all of my deadlines — not just when apps were due/should be submitted, but also when I needed to send her essay drafts so we’d have sufficient time to go back and forth on editing essays. Having her help build this structure for me made the whole process way less daunting and more approachable.

Applying to business school is an overwhelming time, and Heidi always empathized with how I felt. I was also unsure of how I could possibly craft a “story” based on my background, and I really wasn’t sure how to form a narrative around my future goals, but Heidi was tremendously helpful in that regard, which made the process much more enjoyable and gave me clarity personally as well.

Heidi has a strong and up-to-date understanding of what different schools look for/care about in an application. Her understanding of individual schools also allowed her to provide her honest perspective about the pros/cons of programs based on my personality, interests, etc. I also loved that Heidi was part of the larger mbaMission organization, as I felt that I had access to other resources if necessary. For example, I was particularly concerned about the direction I’d taken in one of my essays and whether it “made sense” for a particular school. I fully trusted Heidi, but she also offered to share my essay with another mbaMission consultant — an expert in that particular school — who affirmed Heidi’s sentiments.

I applied to 4 schools – Booth, Ross, Wharton, and Sloan. Accepted to both Booth and Ross with merit scholarships + Forte Fellowships and will be attending Booth in the fall (my top choice all along, which Heidi was well aware of!). I interviewed at Wharton but was ultimately denied, and I didn’t receive an interview at Sloan.

I definitely recommend working with Heidi and mbaMission! Thank you, Heidi, for your time and guidance!

Coming from an industry where an MBA is not a common choice, I decided to rely on a consultant for my applications. I chose the 5 Schools package and I couldn’t be more satisfied with it. I met Gavriella the year before actually applying, but due to low GMAT scores (also suggested by her), I decided to postpone and worked further to improve it. When I got the score I needed, I was still convinced she was the perfect fit for me. As I started working with her, not only it became clear I was right, but I also discovered her pristine commitment to the process and to you in particular. She supported me from screening business schools to understanding really who I was. She really started digging into my life to get all the details and shades about me, and the deeper we went, the better I felt. We really had an amazing synergy and I felt I was motivated but at the same time pushed the right amount. We then started writing the essays (she really excels at it, I couldn’t have expected anything better) and processing all the background tasks the applications require. Applications can be overwhelming from time to time, but also in that case, she made me feel I had everything under control. When I felt short of time, she put down a timeline to track progress and missing steps, to be sure not to miss anything. She really went above and beyond. It was clear she really cared about me and did her best to support the journey, morally and professionally. Ultimately, I was admitted to two M7 schools and 4 schools out of 5 overall. I’m sure I couldn’t have done it without her.

When I first received an invitation to interview at HBS, GSB, and Wharton, I was overjoyed, but also overwhelmed. I had no idea where to begin and no idea how to prepare. I spent days trying to find the right consultant and ultimately chose Devi because of her amazing reviews and online content (I highly recommend watching her YouTube videos discussing interview prep). I did the intensive interview prep with Devi – I cannot stress enough how essential this prep was for me, not only for my HBS interview but also for my GSB interview. Devi gave me insight into what the interviewers are looking for, she gave me a structure for prepping in between sessions, and she instilled in me confidence in my responses. Her feedback on everything was direct and actionable. Most importantly, she gave me a blueprint to position any response regardless of whether I had encountered that question before or not—often interviewers ask questions for which you hadn’t directly prepared. I cannot stress enough how helpful Devi was for my process. I absolutely recommend Devi to other applicants going through this process.

Coming from a non-traditional background, I knew I needed the help of an MBA consultant. I couldn’t be happier that I chose mbaMission and was paired with Harold Simansky. When I began the process, I didn’t really know what my story for my essays would be or even what industry I should target. Harold was extremely helpful in helping me craft a great story and also providing me with the resources to find a good post-MBA industry/job given my background. The resources and guides offered by mbaMission are extremely informative and played a crucial part in my MBA application process.

But the school package was well worth the price as Harold was always available to chat anytime I had doubts or needed his advice. On top of that, he helped me with every single part of my application (from resume to essays to approach with letter of rec writers and finally on interviews) and was always timely with edits/suggestions/feedback. Harold also was always empathetic and understanding throughout the application process. I always felt I had someone in my corner, even during the most difficult parts of the process. Harold exceeded my expectations every step of the way. I owe lots of my success in gaining admittance and full rides to 3 top schools to the excellent service provided by Harold and mbaMission.

To wrap up, I’m now getting to attend my dream school Haas and couldn’t be happier with the outcomes of the process! I highly recommend Harold and mbaMission to anybody who is looking to gain admittance to a top-tier MBA program!

Katharine did a great job helping me formulate a story throughout the process. She quickly absorbed the salient details of who I was as a person and then synthesized them into a few key themes that we then communicated to the admissions committee. Katy is warm, open, and thoughtful, with an eye for figuring out how to best convey who you are in an authentic way. She is very encouraging, but she is quite busy and so it can be hard to get on her schedule as much as you might like. Overall, she probably spent ~30 hours on my application, which equates to $350/hour. In the end, though, she was able to help me achieve my get into a top program and that’s all that matters.

Choosing to work with Harshad was one of my best decisions yet. I dreamt of attending an M7, specifically Sloan, but felt it was a far-fetched dream. From day one Harshad took incredible care in getting to know me as a professional and a person, and in doing so helped me understand where my true strengths and uniqueness lay. Such newfound knowledge was essential in creating noteworthy essays for the admissions committees, and eventually in presenting the best version of myself to my interviewers. I was impressed with the level of care he dedicated to my applications as he updated me on new research and ideas he thought of to improve my chances of getting interviewed. Other than being an incredible source of knowledge, he was also my motivator through the ups and downs of the process. I truly believe that Harshad was essential in getting me to my dream school as he helped me portray my personality and my experiences in the best, most thoughtful way possible.

I did the Start-to-Finish Package for two schools with Susan, Kellogg, and Ross. While my work experience and community involvement were strong, my GPA was average, and my test scores were on the lower end of the range. I wanted to work with an expert who could help craft my story to overcome any hesitations that an admissions committee would have about my candidacy.

Susan is able to guide you expertly through the process of finding your greatest strengths as a candidate and then piecing together a story about you, your schools, and the fit between the two. She is completely honest and meticulous with you throughout the ideation, essay writing, resume development, and interview process with a keen eye for detail in each component.

Without Susan’s help, my applications would be much worse and I wouldn’t have gotten into my dream school, Kellogg, let alone Ross as well.

Kate was the perfect end-to-end solution for my MBA application journey. Coming from a non-traditional background, I needed assistance in crafting my story in the best light possible. Kate took the time to understand everything about my profile and personal goals. Her experience and guidance were invaluable to my application and ultimately led to me getting into all 5 of the programs I applied to. Her calm demeanor was exactly what I needed in an otherwise hectic application process. I cannot recommend working with Kate more!

I did the 3-session HBS interview prep package with Devi and it was absolutely worth it. From extensively reviewing my application, Devi was able to predict the types of questions I would receive in my interview. Each session resulted in a tighter set of key talking points to hit as well as homework to practice. From this, I felt confident heading into the interview and was fortunate to be accepted!

Out of the 5 schools I worked on with Gavriella, I received interview invites from 4 and will now go and attend HBS! I got multiple offers and scholarships (Applied to 6 M7 schools(Of which I worked on 2 schools myself) and LBS) My guide and mentor – The Guru who made it happen. As traditional Indian saying goes, Guru guides you to your destiny, so bow to the Guru even before you bow before God and she is the mentor who made it happen for me.
Unsure of my candidacy for HBS, she instilled confidence in me and pushed me to introspect until I found out why I believed in certain things or choose to behave a certain way. The MBA journey is far longer than the two-year program and while a good GMAT Score feels like a big milestone, it is just the beginning. Your growth begins with applications- as you introspect and find the underlying why you grow and she ensured I knew each why. She highlighted to me how things that seem monotonous or mundane to me, were actually not that common and how I could convey that effectively to the schools to get the interview invites. She made the journey so smooth and easy-paced that I did not feel the anxiety until the HBS Interview invite came and I processed how real this all was. Preparing for the interview, I appreciated my application and felt this sense of immense gratitude towards Gavriella that is hard to put into words. I am so glad I chose MBAMission. Besides the 5 schools I chose to work on with her, she helped me put together my application for two more schools, highlighting how the essays could be along the structure of school A or B.

If I could – I would give her a Net Promoter score of 11 out of 10

I started my MBA application process with little direction and little confidence. I was unsure about where to apply and how to differentiate myself from a competitive pool of applicants. That rapidly changed after meeting Melissa!

I ultimately purchased a two-school comprehensive package with MBAMission after interviewing 6 different services. I had a 30-minute intro call with Melissa and knew immediately that she was the right coach (and worth every single cent of the financial investment!). Melissa is an excellent communicator, incredibly intelligent, and a huge cheerleader for all of her clients.

Melissa helped me pare down my list of schools not only based on academic reputation and rigor but also based on what schools would be the right social fit for me. I loved Melissa’s realistic and targeted approach, especially given limited time and finite resources (between working full-time, GMAT studying, essay writing, and wanting to maintain a general quality of life!). She encouraged me to think about schools based on where I thought I would be happy and encouraged me to engage in a lot of self-reflection so that I could hit the ground running with purpose and direction when I was ready to draft applications. Her knowledge about top business programs is extensive, and her honesty and candor were so appreciated. I especially liked her calm and systematic approach because the application process is stressful – she kept me grounded and at ease throughout! Additionally, there was not a single question that I asked her that she did not have a thoughtful and thorough answer for!

Throughout the application process, Melissa provided invaluable feedback in a respectful and timely manner. My stats (GMAT score and GPA) were on target for top business schools, but I was lacking in the extracurricular / volunteer aspect of applications. She helped me craft essays that highlighted my previous accomplishments in the best possible light (while “camouflaging” weakness), and she put in the extra effort to ensure that I was 100% satisfied with where the essays ended up.

I was ultimately accepted to 3 of the 4 top business schools that I applied to. I am confident that Melissa’s assistance was key to my acceptances!

Harshad is the best consultant you can hire. From day one, he was very attentive to what my goals were and guided me very precisely in my application process.

He really has a great eye for detail and a unique skill to understand your strengths to mold them into good responses for the application questions. It is very clear that he cares for his candidates because he takes a lot of time to understand your story before pointing out the major points to help you put your best foot forward. Harshad is very organized, highly methodical, and structured in his approach. If you work with him and follow his suggestions, you will see positive results — I’m sure of it. His direct feedback approach also challenges you to think critically before putting down any responses.

I highly recommend Harshad to anyone looking for a positive application experience. He offers a free consultative session which I recommend prospective students looking for a consultant at least take an advantage of.

I contacted Jen when I was preparing for an interview for admission to Kellogg’s MMM program. I did a 30 minutes free consultation with her and then a mock interview. Both sessions were very rich and she provided me with practical advice as well study material which came in very handy during my preparation. However, I was not admitted most because admission into the program was very competitive and I did not have the opportunity to work extensively with her.
Jen encouraged me to give another shot at applying to business school and proposed practical steps as well a calendar of activities that would help improve my chances. First, she advised me to try the GRE after several attempts at the GMAT. She encouraged me to make one, then a second, and finally a third attempt, progressively increasing my scores. She then guided me through a careful choice of programs, five of which I applied to. Thanks to the diligent approach she adopted in guiding me through brainstorming, updating my resume, writing my essays, working with my recommenders, and filling my applications, I was called up for interview by three of the schools I applied to (a feat I failed to accomplish for all of the programs I previously applied to except Kellogg, which had as policy interviewing all candidates) and subsequently placed on the waiting list of one of the programs (Georgetown McDonough) and was granted admission to McCombs UT Austin (One of the two other schools, one of which I applied to through the early action option). I can state unequivocally that Jen helped me significantly improve my applications and get an admission into McCombs. I will gladly and confidently recommend her services for anyone seeking advice and coaching for admission into any MBA program.

Gavriella was great! The MBA application process is long and difficult, so having someone as experienced and supportive as she is was crucial to my success. Professional, intelligent, and articulate, she consistently demonstrated genuine care for my application. Gavriella is particularly talented at helping applicants with their essays: her insight enabled me to tell my story in a way that highlighted my personality and professional goals in a manner that was both coherent and engaging.

Extremely responsive and willing to go the extra mile for her clients, she exceeded all expectations and has my highest recommendation for any prospective MBA student.

Melissa exceeded all my expectations of what an MBA admissions consultant is supposed to be. If you’re looking for a sign to connect with her, this is your sign. After doing interviews with 4 or 5 different consultants, I knew Melissa was different right from our first contact.

Melissa truly took the time to get to know me deeply as a person, which is invaluable and critical to the essay writing and interview prep process. Her experience as an adcom member was also evident in the quality of edits and direction. Because she knew me so well, I was able to finely tailor a narrative about my life and career plan for every school.

Melissa also understood the emotional rollercoaster that happens during this process and was a great listener, advocate, and advice giver for any and all less tangible MBA questions.

I got 4 full scholarships, including two M7s, which I have no doubt wouldn’t have been possible without Melissa.

I don’t have enough words to thank her, and I highly recommend anyone looking for an admissions consultant to connect with Melissa. She is a true professional that cares deeply about her clients, and I think that those traits are reflected in the results of working with her. 

Hire Melissa. It’ll be the best decision you make. As another reviewer mentioned, Melissa is in a class of her own. I’m going to Kellogg because of her!!!

After reading reviews of 40+ consultants and interviewing 9 different consultants, I did not hesitate to hire Melissa. She combines her direct work experience of leading an MBA admissions committee at Rice (Jones) with her lived experience as a Kellogg alum. Additionally, after going through the whole process, I can tell you that her approach is incredibly distinct, not just something off the MBAMission shelf. It was clear from the start that Melissa saw me as a person with a distinct and important story, not just another client.

Most consultants told me to apply to 6-8 schools because my GMAT was below average, and I was an older applicant. Melissa worked with me to avoid the “spray and pray” approach, but instead, helped me select schools that aligned most closely with my personal narrative/preferences. We ended up selecting four top-10.

From there, the writing process flowed very naturally. Her feedback was always on time and to the point. She successfully identified when I was drifting from my story or adding “fluff” that makes adcoms fall asleep. Being able to write essays alongside Melissa was a complete gift. Without going into too much detail, Melissa helped me discover parts of myself that will impact my life far beyond the application process. And for that, I am beyond grateful.

To wrap up, I ended up getting into my dream program (Kellogg’s MMM program) and will be headed up to Evanston this year!

Heidi was a crucial part of my application process. I worked with her for CBS and was able to convert it.
Being from an overrepresented demographic with an average GMAT score, I was skeptical of even getting an interview at CBS so I feel Heidi’s support really made all the difference. She helped identify the most unique aspects of my story and provided brilliant suggestions on all parts of the application material.
Her depth of experience was evident in the quality of school-specific inputs she shared, which helped me tailor my resume & essays well.
Her feedback on my material was clear, concise, well-reasoned, and always on schedule (even a day before the deadline in one instance!)
She also helped me with a mock interview, where again the depth and breadth of feedback provided were unparalleled. Not only was she able to fine-tune the content of my answers but also helped improve the body language and overall presentation.

Would absolutely recommend Heidi to anyone looking for expert help with their B-school applications!

I was connected to Katy through a co-worker who was a former client and who recommended her strongly (she had helped him get into HBS the year prior). I interviewed 3 other consultants besides Katy, but I felt that Katy and I had the strongest connection out of all of them. I am very happy that I chose Katy; not only did she help me drive a successful outcome (admitted to GSB in Round 1), but she made the overall process fairly stress-free through excellent planning and time efficiency.

While I had strong scores and a strong resume, I was concerned that the more qualitative aspects of my application (the essays, short answers, etc.) would be weak. Katy’s advice and coaching on my essays were incredibly helpful. While I had a number of events/stories I wanted to tell from throughout my life, Katy was able to pull all these together under a common thread that created a great narrative, and that I never would have been able to think of myself. From there, the essay was actually fairly easy to write, and her wording edits made it even more concise & powerful.

In addition, many of my ideas that were not used for the essay translated nicely into either (a) short answer responses, or (b) interview topics. On the latter, Katy was again helpful, as her multi-hour pre-interview preparation session was the main thing that prevented me from bombing it.

I would highly recommend Katy’s services to anyone applying to business school.

I worked with Gavriella and had a great experience. I had solid stats but, in my opinion, pretty average work experience and extracurriculars. With Gavriella’s help, I was able to get into multiple M7’s. She was very prompt in communication and offered tons of extra advice via emails.

She was especially helpful with the essays. She really helped me nail down the story I wanted to tell about myself and what points to touch on in each of the essays. I don’t think I would’ve had the same success without her!

Since the beginning of college, I had my eyes set on eventually applying to HBS, my dream business school. So when it came time for me to choose an MBA consultant to work with, it was a huge decision for me. After months of evaluating various consultants, I ultimately reached out to Devi for the Complete Start-to-Finish Package based on all of her raving reviews. Now, after having worked directly with Devi over the course of several months, I can assure you that she deserves ALL the praise that you see online.

Among many other reasons, I came from a highly traditional background and found it difficult to craft a story based on my distinct life experiences. After one single brainstorming session, Devi worked with me and guided me to craft an application with a clear theme and thesis. Simply put, I would not be going to HBS without Devi’s guidance.

As all the other reviews suggest, Devi is everything that you need in a consultant. Above all, she is honest, straightforward, and efficient. So, if you really are serious about going to your dream business school, Devi will be worth the investment as she will give you the best possible guidance. Applying to business school was a huge milestone in my life, and I am beyond grateful that I chose to work with her. THANK YOU AGAIN DEVI!!!

I cannot recommend Jessica enough. Quick background about myself- Indian male, re-applicant, GMAT 730, family business, and aiming for M7s. As soon as I spoke to Jessica, I loved her energy. In the very first call, she gave me an outline of what my profile has, and lacks, and how it can be improved. From then on, it was one of the best journeys that I have undertaken. She is very informative, and understanding and is a master at articulation.

Starting from the beginning, she has standardized processes for each and every school and knows at her fingertips what exactly the school wants. She’s just so good at it that you might feel that you’ve never seen someone being so professionally good at whatever work they do. Even last-minute details are often easy to miss. The way she helps you craft the story is amazing.

There’s never a no from her end regarding how many edits you do. She even suggests changes after your write-up is finalized if she feels that there can be more value addition.

Once done with the submissions, she regularly shares updates without asking. The best part of working with her was that we had so much communication other than the work where she takes care of your much-expected anxiety and general well-being. She wants to be the first to hear your results- she’s as excited as you are for them.

Well, thanks to her I got into an M7 and though her professional obligations end there, she still is in touch with me telling me all about the best places to eat and go to in my city.

Just cannot thank her enough! If you’re dwelling on your options, stop thinking, just go ahead with her and thank me later 🙂

I was trying to get into my top choice B-school for a year. I was determined to get into it, but I felt that I needed someone who can stand as a strong support throughout to make the whole process less overwhelming. I had my priorities sorted in terms of the kind of consultant I wanted to work with.
I talked to many consultants but I decided to work with Jen as I was looking for someone who is experienced (Jen has 20 years of experience), and who is a great mentor – with whom I can have wholesome conversations. I am a person who wants to think through all the scenarios and ponder different possibilities. But I felt limited to doing all this by myself. So, I was looking for a person who had lived through such scenarios and who knows what can work potentially at the end. At the same time, I wanted someone who can give my application a human touch, who can feel me, my life, and my stories and then show me the right path and the best ways to tell those stories. I didn’t want robotic suggestions, I wanted logical and emotional suggestions. When I talked to Jen for the first time, I could feel her positive aura, her friendly energy, and her eye for detail along with her empathetic and genuine heart. I knew she is someone with whom I want to work with.
I really felt grateful when in my essay drafts, Jen used to add stories/words from my brainstorming document, that I thought couldn’t add much value. Jen is very proactive in following up if she sees any lag. She also understands each person’s strengths and weaknesses, which keeps her work style dynamic. I had a tough time preparing for video essays as I was not able to show my real energy and enthusiasm for the school. Because the answers looked more rehearsed. After a few mocks, Jen realized that my style is not remembering everything. I perform better and look more natural when I am writing only 2-3 words (and not the whole sentences) and speaking extempore. This advice did wonders. I myself couldn’t believe the way I was talking on video completely got transformed with her guidance. I will be grateful to Jen for this realization.
Once when I was not well and was just on the verge of submitting an application, Jen went out of her promised 2-working-day time and responded to my short answers within a day, just to make sure I submit my application in time. (though I don’t advise leaving anything for the last day, it gets overwhelming for the consultant also).
Still, another instance, was when I was not feeling confident a few days before Darden deadline because of not-so competitive GMAT score. I remember sharing a long email with Jen explaining my concerns and why I should not submit to Darden in R1 and wait for R2. I remember that weekend and Jen replied to me on the same day answering my every concern and pushing me to go for R1 and gave me many more reasons to believe in myself and trust the efforts that I put into writing my story. I gained an admit to Darden as a Forte Fellow with a 40K scholarship and I can say, I owe Darden to her.
I can assure if you choose Jen, she will leave no stone unturned to make you a successful story.

Katy is a fantastic consultant! I started working with Katy in the spring of 2022 to prepare for Round 1 applications. In the process of selecting Katy, I interviewed nearly a dozen consultants from different firms. Katy brought a level of confidence and honesty that stood out compared to the others. Additionally, I felt that Katy truly believed in me, and didn’t try to scare me into her services. Ultimately, I chose to work with her on two schools (HBS & Sloan) with the Complete Start to Finish package. Once we started working together, she was very thorough and probed on many different angles of my background to understand where I stood out. She made herself available for the seemingly endless revisions of my different essays. After I was invited to interview, Katy made sure I was confident and prepared to go into both interviews. I was especially nervous about the HBS interview, but she knew exactly how to prepare me so I was truly ready and could bring my best self to the interview. And, I’m happy to say I was ultimately accepted into both schools!

If you do choose to work with Katy, the several weeks leading up to application deadlines get very hectic, so make sure you agree on timelines well in advance. Because she has so many clients applying to HBS and GSB, the typical turnaround timeline can get extended leading up to these deadlines. I was finalizing my Sloan materials around the GSB deadline and some turnarounds were extended so the GSB applications could all go in on time, while there was an extra week or two before the Sloan deadline. Katy made sure everything was ready by the deadline, but that last-minute crunch was stressful! Save yourself the last-minute stress and get your materials ready to go a few weeks early! Ultimately, though, this is a plus- because she has worked with so many people applying to GSB and HBS, she knows what works and doesn’t work for those schools. Overall, wonderful experience and well worth the cost. I would recommend Katy’s services in a heartbeat.

I got in touch with Katy through another coworker who was a former client. We began our initial discussion in December 2020 through the free consultation. What impressed me about Katy is that she was quickly able to give feedback on what I needed to improve about my profile to attend a top business school. For the next two years, I would reach out to Katy to get feedback on my career and whether my professional decisions would benefit my MBA applications even before committing to her services. After getting an ideal GRE score, I knew I wanted to work with Katy, and we began working together in Spring of 2022. Katy was really able to piece different parts of my story together and find an underlying theme. This is especially critical for those applying to Harvard or Stanford. When I started to receive interviews, Katy would really push me during our mock interviews and ask to follow up questions to many of my answers. Most importantly, throughout this journey, Katy was a mentor and a friend. During the application process, a friend of mine suddenly passed away, and Katy was able to empathize with me by drawing on her personal life. I was lucky enough to be admitted to the MMM program at Kellogg. For those keen on attending HSW, take Katy’s feedback seriously so you can put your best foot forward.