Military MBA Consulting | MBA Admissions Consultants

I owe a big thanks to Emily and Vince. After my initial call with Emily, I could tell she genuinely wanted to help me in my journey. When I was paired with Vince, his confidence in the application process made me feel comfortable and determined. With a sub average GMAT and GRE, Vince was able to push me in the right direction on my essays, ultimately landing an acceptance to an M7.

There is no way I would have gotten into the schools or the scholarship amounts without Vince’s help. He and the team go above and beyond to support you. If you are on the fence like I was just go for it! It is worth the investment. Trust me.

I started the MBA application journey without a consultant and quickly realized the difficultly of the process. In meeting with Emily it was apparent that her skill and expertise were desperately needed. Her constant presence and responsiveness throughout the process helped me craft a narrative and application that I felt confident in. Her belief in myself and my story is what set her apart for me. I would not be in this position without her. I highly recommend her to any veteran, especially those who are second guessing themselves and their place at a top MBA program.

Cannot recommend Emily and her team enough. She brings years of military to MBA transition experience to the table that is worth the price. I knew I wanted to leave the military and pursue an MBA, but Emily helped me refine my story and passion into well prepared applications and interviews. She is an expert at taking military experience and crafting it into a format that all can understand. Without her help, I’m not sure I would’ve gotten into any top schools, nor gotten the generous scholarship offers. I enjoyed my time working with Emily and fully recommend her services.

Emily was an outstanding consultant throughout my MBA application process. I applied to five of the M7 schools, earned interviews at all five, and ultimately accepted my offer from Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Emily’s support was invaluable at every stage of the journey. She helped me develop a compelling personal narrative and worked closely with me through multiple rounds of essay revisions, ensuring each application was carefully tailored to what each school was looking for. Equally important, she helped me think critically about which programs best aligned with my long-term career goals.

The interview preparation was also exceptional. I had the opportunity to work with Jack, Vince, and Carter, all of whom pushed me to sharpen my thinking and present myself with confidence. Their coaching was a major factor in my success across all five interviews.

I was initially placed on Stanford’s waitlist, and Emily was instrumental in helping me get off it. She helped me develop a clear strategy for approaching the admissions office, strengthening my candidacy, and staying proactive during an incredibly stressful period. Her guidance there was among the most valuable support she provided throughout the process, and it ultimately led to my admission.

I cannot recommend Emily and her team highly enough. If you are a veteran looking to break into a top MBA program, there is no one better. She has a rare ability to take military experience, which can be difficult to translate on a business school application, and shape it into a compelling, authentic narrative that top programs respond to. Emily and her team will give you every possible advantage.

I can’t recommend Emily enough, especially for anyone coming from a military background. I originally reached out to her for help with my MIT Sloan interview, and she immediately helped me level up with her mock interview service. She has a real gift for taking complex military experience and translating it into a narrative that actually resonates with elite adcoms.

What I appreciated most was that Emily didn’t just help me “get by”—she constantly pushed me to aim higher and stay ambitious throughout the process. Thanks to her coaching, I ended up getting into Sloan and also landed another amazing M7 offer.

If you’re a veteran looking for someone who truly “gets” the military story and will challenge you to put your best foot forward, Emily is the person to go to.

I am confident that without Emily and her team at Military MBA Consulting, I would not be attending HBS this fall. As a 13-year fighter pilot, I may have been qualified on paper, but Emily helped me communicate a compelling and authentic story that convinced admissions committees I belonged there. She guided me from having no resume, no clear school list, and no defined career goals to admission letters from some of the top business schools in the country.

What sets Emily apart is the genuine investment she makes in her clients. She took the time to truly understand my background, motivations, and aspirations, then helped craft a strategy that was both authentic and compelling. Her deep knowledge of the admissions process, combined with her kindness, honesty, and patience, made her an incredible advisor and a pleasure to work with. Working with Emily and her team was the best decision I made during my admissions journey.

I cannot recommend Emily and her team enough. Without a doubt, their support is the reason I was able to achieve success throughout the application process. In-depth resume review, essay framing and editing, mock interviews, you name it, Emily and her team were there. Most importantly to me, there was not a moment when I felt like I was just another applicant on a list. Emily and her team got to know me on a personal level, were there to provide honest and impactful feedback, and I’m sure more than once, were a listening ear while I vented about the process. They know their stuff. I am confident that their guidance was the key determinant in my acceptance to 3 M7 schools (including my top choice!). Working with Emily was the absolute best choice I made during this process.

Military MBA Consulting has a friendly and highly capable staff. I worked with Vince, and I can confidently say the support I received in developing my personal story was well worth the cost and a major factor in my successful applications to multiple M7 schools.

Their process is thorough and well structured, focused on asking the right questions so you can fully understand your strengths and experiences and translate them into a compelling narrative. Their guidance was critical in helping me build a cohesive and authentic story throughout the application process.

Vince helped me stay positive and kept me on track with a manageable schedule. He was flexible and accommodating whenever our schedules did not align. As a veteran, I also found their firsthand military experience especially valuable. It allows them to effectively translate military backgrounds into language that resonates with MBA admissions committees.

I would highly recommend Military MBA Consulting to anyone going through the MBA application process.

I can’t thank Vince, Emily, and Alex enough for all the support they provided throughout this process.

I was hesitant at first, but I couldn’t be happier with the results that came from investing in myself. Spending most of my adult life serving in the military, having the experience and support of this team was invaluable. Vince specifically was a remarkable resource that I leaned on heavily throughout this arduous process. I was ultimately admitted to four M7 schools, something I couldn’t have dreamed of doing on my own.

I began working with Emily on active duty overseas, and from our first call I knew that she was the right fit for where I was in the process. She provided the structure I needed while I was constantly traveling, deployed, and juggling the demands of active service.

The most valuable part of our work was building a clear, values-based narrative that aligned with the schools I was targeting. From there, essay review, interview prep, and final polish were all top-notch. With Emily and her team’s support, I received offers to Kellogg, Tuck, & Haas.

I would strongly encourage any veteran or active duty service member to work with Emily and her team. Her ability to understand our experience and to translate it effectively to applications cannot be overstated. What’s more, the time spent reflecting on my motivations for pursuing an MBA will carry far beyond the application process and into the program itself.

This was not just an investment in getting into business school, it was an investment in myself and the next chapter ahead.

I can’t say enough good things about Emily and her team. There were clear challenges in my profile that made admission to a top program unlikely. Emily helped me address them directly with a focused, strategic approach that improved both my narrative and execution.

I was initially hesitant to invest in consulting services given how capable AI tools have become. That assumption turned out to be wrong. What Emily provides is grounded in deep experience and a nuanced understanding of how applications are actually evaluated. These decisions are made by people, and the way your story is framed for that audience matters.

Her insight into what top programs look for, and how to position a profile effectively, is not something you can reliably get from forums or language models.

If you’re looking for a sign to work with Emily and her amazing team look no further. As an active duty officer transitioning out of the military I did not know where to start nor who to go to in order to navigate the entire MBA process. I had a friend of mine refer Emily to me and I could not have been more lucky. I choose the school package vs. the hourly rate and I could not have been more pleased. I would say it was worth every dollar but truthfully Emily was worth so much more. Nine months before applications were due Emily started to help me draft my resumes and we started to craft my narrative together. Emily has mastered the skill of brining the best out of service members and really distilling down to the core who we are and what we bring to the table and translating that into the best narratives for the top schools. Throughout the entire process Emily was incredible available, re-assuring, but also honest and candid when I needed blunt feedback. Working with Emily and her team was a true joy and I’m happy to say that without her I would not have landed offers at 5 of the M7 programs to include Stanford and Wharton.

Emily was amazing to work with. Her candid feedback, sense of humor, and perspective really got me through this process. Her questions and thoughts helped me to align my post-military goals and frame my career pivot out of the Navy. Her guidance and advice could not have been better, and the weekly phone calls kept me grounded!

She’s amazing, and this firm goes beyond getting you into business school; she was almost into the life-coach realm!

If you are in the military and thinking of a T10 MBA, I cannot recommend her enough.

Working with Emily was truly a game-changer for my MBA application journey. From our very first meeting, it was clear that she is a seasoned expert who not only understands the complexities of the application process but also deeply appreciates her clients and their unique military backgrounds.

Her guidance was nothing short of exceptional. Emily helped me translate my military experience into a compelling and coherent narrative that resonated with admissions committees. She provided invaluable feedback on my essays, pushing me to think more critically and articulate my motivations clearly. Her advice on school selection and interview preparation was essential, and she gave me the confidence that I needed to succeed.

Beyond her strategic expertise, Emily was a phenomenal source of support. She was always responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in my success. I always felt like a priority, and her encouragement made a challenging process feel much more manageable. Thanks to her guidance, I successfully gained admission to a program that I otherwise would have self-eliminated from. I cannot recommend Emily enough to any military veteran considering an MBA – I’ve already recommended friends as I could not have done it without her!

Working with Emily was the best decision I made during my MBA application process. From our very first call, it was clear she genuinely cared about understanding my story rather than just my stats. As a veteran, I was unsure how to translate my military background into something admissions committees would value. Emily helped me find my voice, shape my experiences into a compelling narrative, and bring out aspects of my story I hadn’t even recognized. She was always available, always encouraging, and her feedback was honest and spot-on. Thanks to Emily’s guidance, I was accepted to Wharton, and I know I couldn’t have done it without her.

Working with Emily and Mark at Military MBA Consulting was the best decision I made in my application journey. Thanks to their guidance, I was accepted to HBS and other top programs. Emily was incredibly responsive, deeply knowledgeable, and proactively solved every issue that came up, often before I even knew it was a problem. I can’t recommend them highly enough!

Emily is absolutely wonderful! Without her help I would have been much worse off. Her ability to get on a call at anytime, consistently and constantly review my work and strategize was much needed. Thank you again, Emily!

Candid, timely feedback + ‘whiteboard’ sessions that unlock your unique story. Emily prioritized what mattered, eliminated wasted effort, and helped me craft an authentic, differentiated application. One-of-one—especially for military-to-MBA.

Strengths: Crisp communication; candid, timely feedback; exceptional whiteboard facilitation to co-create a unique narrative.

Impact: Prioritized what mattered and eliminated wasted effort; accelerated decision-making and overall quality.

Recommendation: One-of-one consultant; particularly valuable for military-to-MBA candidates.

The MBA application journey was long and stressful. Not only were Emily and Vince extremely thorough and involved at each step, they were there as personal therapists to assuage concerns and give strategic advice when doubts and concerns creeped in. Their expertise in crafting unique applications for each school was evident and I continue to refer them to every individual who asks for advice in their own MBA journey. I could not be more thankful for my outcomes.

Having a corporate and military background, I thought I didn’t need a consultant knew how to translate my military experiences into corporate lingo – especially given the rise of AI. Boy, was I wrong! Emily helped bring her deep experience with a human connection to help me truly showcase who I was and weave my many multinational and unique experiences into my essay. Not only that, she was able to put me in touch with previous applicants who provided further touchpoints with the schools I was applying. Emily understands the time constraints and pressures of military applicants, and she helped me craft my essays and profiles during a time-crunch. I got into my #1 school, and 3x interviews at other schools, and could not be happier being up at Hanover this year! If you look at the value and cost of an MBA program, even considering the GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon and application fee waivers, this is the best value investment you can get into being acccepted into your top program.

Emily’s greatest strength as a consultant becomes your greatest advantage – she is passionate about understanding your military background and helping you tell your story.

I interviewed with other “blue-chip” admissions consultants and was struck by how different my interaction with them was than my first call with Emily. Others only saw metrics – test scores, GPA, etc. Emily was hungry for my personality, experience, and story. It was this narrative, which she helped me refine, (rather than my average test scores and distant undergrad accomplishments) which led to acceptance to HBS, Wharton, and Sloan.

If you work with her, you will find 24/7 support, an intrinsic drive to help you reach your goals, and patient but prescient feedback that military members tend to rely on.

Call her! You’ll see what I’m talking about. I can’t recommend her strongly enough.

Hiring Emily was easily the smartest decision I made during the MBA application process. Like many military applicants, I wrestled with two big questions: Is it worth hiring a consultant? And who is the right person to guide me? After being accepted to all three of the schools I applied to — Wharton, Columbia, and NYU Stern — I can say with absolute confidence that working with Emily was worth every penny.

Emily is a true expert in this process. She helped me shape my military background into a compelling story that resonated with each school’s values. From our very first conversation through final edits, her insight, honesty, and efficiency made every step more focused and less stressful.

One of the most valuable parts of working with Emily was her ability to keep me on track with a clear timeline. Thanks to her structure and accountability, I was nearly finished with my applications before the December holidays, something I would not have pulled off alone. Her depth of experience with military applicants was also clear in the way she helped me translate my experiences in a way that felt authentic yet tailored to what top programs are truly looking for.

I also want to give a quick shoutout to Vince and Jackie, who were incredibly helpful in preparing me for interviews. Their insight and feedback helped me walk into each conversation feeling confident and ready.

I cannot recommend Emily highly enough, especially for military applicants. If you are serious about putting your best foot forward and aiming high, Emily is the person you want guiding you. I will always be grateful for her role in helping me reach this incredible outcome, and I cannot wait to begin my journey as a Wharton MBA!

I had a wonderful experience working with Emily. Working with was her the best decision I made during my transition from the military. I was immediately impressed with her expertise and professionalism. Her intimate knowledge of the admission process at top MBA schools was incredible and reassuring. Emily was able to reduce the stress involved with transitioning from the military and trying to go back to school, she even made the application process enjoyable! She is friendly, kind, and it is obvious she cares a great deal about her clients. She kept me on timeline and absolutely boosted my application. Emily got me into my dream school, the highly selective dual degree program at that, the MIT Sloan LGO. I doubt I could have successfully articulated my military experiences and future goals without her aid. I could not be more grateful for her help and insights on both the essays and the interviews. I am often asked by others if hiring a consultant is worth it, and I always answer with a resounding YES. There is no single decision you can make during your transition that will have more greater impact on setting you up for a successful post-military career than hiring Emily.

I really believe that working with Emily elevated my application more than I could have possibly thought. The essay prompts, additional questions, and interviews seem straightforward initially, but after each meeting with Emily, I understood the type of response the schools were trying to elicit. She was critical in translating my awesome experiences during service into the essays and interviews each school was looking for. I could not recommend Emily enough and would encourage every military applicant to at least sign up for an initial call!

I ABSOLUTELY cannot recommend Emily enough. She is an EXPERT. Coming from a military healthcare background, I was nervous about how to shape my clinical experience into a compelling MBA application—until I met Emily. Emily’s strategy for tackling the application process gave me confidence, knowing I was putting my best foot forward with admissions. Emily was efficient, specific, and thoughtful with all her input as I worked through my essays and resume, helping me deeply reflect on what made me unique and stand out. Emily’s ability to help me reflect on my career goals clearly and showcase strengths I hadn’t even recognized was invaluable. Every call with Emily left me feeling so empowered and ready for the next step. Emily was always there for me, responding to my late-night emails and answering meticulous questions as I picked apart my application, making last-minute changes and edits before I hit submit. When I got to the interview prep process.. WOW I realized that Emily was just what I needed. I developed a confidence that I’ll carry forward well beyond business school. The results speak for themselves—I was 5/5 on acceptances across the M7 schools, with scholarship offers at every school. This was an outcome I honestly believe wouldn’t have happened without Emily in my corner. If you want to take your application seriously, call Emily; you won’t regret it.

Hiring Emily was the best decision I made in my MBA application process. Though I was initially hesitant to hire a consultant at all – hearing reviews from her past clients & seeing the results quickly solidified my decision. As one of them put it to me – and to make the most military analogy possible – “Anyone can do a Call-for-fire, but why would you when you have access to a JTAC?”.

Over 2 admissions cycles and 3 deployments, Emily’s experience, insight, and initiative helped me turn my military experience and goals into a compelling narrative for applications/interviews that saw me receive acceptances from Tuck, Wharton, and Stanford GSB. Emily is the first recommendation I make to other military members when they tell me they’re in the MBA application process – and I truly believe that if you take a long-term perspective, hiring her is an absolute no-brainer.

I had tried using Service to School before I reached out to Emily. While they were friendly and helpful, Emily really knew how to help me tell my story. I worked with Emily and Vincent LaRocca at Military MBA Consulting. They were both extremely responsive and helpful. I was able to share my experiences in the Navy, and they helped me easily translate those into powerful narratives for my essays and resume. They definitely know what they are doing, as I received acceptance letters from 4 of the 5 schools I applied to (all of which were in the top 10)! I cannot recommend Emily and Vincent enough for those looking to transition out of the military and into a top MBA program!

From the very beginning Emily was very open and honest about the process and my beginning stats. No question was too big or small or ridiculous. She was always willing to speak with me about anything and also provide insight into what she’s seen over the years as well. I have a below average GPA/GMAT score but with Emily’s help I was able to leverage my experiences into three acceptances: Cornell (full ride), Carnegie Mellon, and UNC Chapel Hill. I know I wouldn’t have received these offers without her guidance and assistance.

My experience working with Emily was amazing and I think it’s a no-brainer for anyone targeting HSW/M7/T15 to work with her. Looking back, I don’t know how I would have gotten through application season without Emily. From start to finish, Emily helped me to organically develop my story and weave together themes that I wouldn’t have been able to conjure on my own. It’s clear that Emily is a cut-above any other alternative and for any military vets thinking about applying- do yourself a favor and reach out to Emily. I was accepted into two of the three schools I applied to working with Emily and can’t be more grateful for her help and expertise- especially with counseling or hearing me out on any crazy thoughts!

As I was preparing to exit the military and apply to MBA programs, I knew that I would need some kind of help to translate my experiences to what admissions committees look for in applicants. I found Emily here on P&Q and decided to take the plunge. I absolutely cannot express how amazing of an experience it was to work with Emily through this process. She helped me with everything, and even went beyond the applications to help me flush out actual career goals and aspirations. I cannot recommend using her services enough. I got in to every school I applied to and ended up with scholarship money I highly doubt I would have earned on my own. Best decision I ever made.

From the moment I connected with Emily, I knew I was in the best of hands for my MBA application journey. As a former enlisted service member with a GMAT focus score of 585, I had concerns about my ability to stand out among competitive applicants, but Emily immediately put me at ease.

Her personalized approach to understanding my background and future aspirations was invaluable, and she expertly guided me through every step of the process. Emily’s insightful feedback on my essays and her deep knowledge of the Barcelona MBA programs I applied to allowed me to craft compelling applications that truly showcased my unique experiences and potential.

Emily’s dedication to my success extended beyond just essay guidance. Her general advice on program selection and navigating the admissions process was spot-on, and her interview preparation gave me the confidence I needed to excel in my interactions with admissions committees.

I am thrilled to share that with Emily’s unwavering support and expertise, I have been accepted into every Barcelona MBA program I applied to. I cannot recommend her highly enough as an MBA application consultant, and I am forever grateful for her role in helping me achieve my dreams of pursuing a top-tier MBA.

I cannot emphasize how critical MBA Military Consulting was to my MBA successes and how much I enjoyed with Emily. As an applicant with a below-average GMAT/GRE and an average GPA, I had my work cut out for me. Emily worked with me to skillfully identify a coherent and strong personal narrative, emphasizing the holistic nature of the MBA admissions process to maximize the strengths in my profile. Throughout the application process, Emily also gave me relevant advice for interviews and follow-on essays, as well as connecting me with other knowledgeable people to best set me up for success. My results were, by all accounts, a tremendous success and a testament to Emily’s touch: I received acceptances to HBS, Tuck, Darden, Ross, McDonough, and Tepper. I am supremely confident I wouldn’t be going to HBS in the Fall, or have received acceptances at numerous other schools, if it were not for Emily. Additionally, after decisions were released, Emily gave me sage perspective and continuous support, critical to help me navigate choosing the best school for me. This post-decision support was, for me, almost as impactful as any application help that I received. From one Veteran to another – you are truly missing out on maximizing your full potential by not working with Emily. Her approach and results speak for themselves, and she was truly a joy to work with from start to finish.

I had an amazing experience working with Emily. Her expertise and guidance helped me to craft a clear story and communicate that message in my applications and interviews. Emily’s services are worth every penny; I got accepted to my #1 school and I’m confident that I wouldn’t have been nearly as successful without her help. I’ve recommended Emily to several of my friends and strongly encourage all military MBA applicants to contact her and see what she has to offer.

I often get asked whether hiring an admissions consultant is worth the money. However, I can tell you that working with Emily and Military MBA consulting was the best decision and investment I’ve made since leaving the Military. Aside from her internal drive and commitment to helping Veteran’s, Emily has an artful ability in crafting your life skills and experiences into a compelling narrative that will serve you well with any future MBA program. Ultimately Emily’s value was proven in the results. It is no secret that standardized testing is arguably the most important part of an MBA application, and unfortunately, I never scored higher than a 620 OG GMAT. However, due to Emily’s ability to assist me in communicating my value, I was accepted by an M7 program and two other Top Ten MBA programs. There is no doubt that Emily was an integral part of these results, and I will be forever thankful for her sage advice and commitment to helping me every step of the way. Lastly, Emily did a great job connecting me with others in her firm who attended my target schools, which helped immensely with interview preparation.

Jackie made my MBA application process so much easier. Any questions or doubts I had she was always there with an answer and helped me put together applications I was proud of. I had a few difficult topics I wanted to address in my application and she helped me every step of the way. I ended up being admitted to a M7 and multiple T15s with her help, even with a 3.0 undergrad GPA. Jackie is worth the investment for every military MBA applicant!

When I started my journey to apply for MBA programs, I knew it would be an uphill battle. Despite being considered “older” than most applicants, even among veterans, and having completed my degree online from a non-target school while serving in the military, Emily listened to my story, motivations, and goals. She provided me with guidance and mentorship that helped me craft a compelling narrative highlighting my true potential and what I could offer an MBA program. Thanks to her help, I achieved my dream of being admitted to a full-time MBA program that was perfect for me and my post-military career aspirations.

Emily did an amazing job throughout the application process, from helping me select which schools were a good fit for my goals, to tailoring my resume and helping me tell my military experiences through essays she offered great advice every step of the way. She not only helped me earn admission to multiple schools, but also helped me earn a scholarship to one of my top choices. I would recommend Emily to any veteran going through the MBA Application process.

If you are a military veteran serious about attending a top MBA program, working with Jackie is the best decision you can make.

With Jackie’s advice and recommendations, I was accepted into HBS, Wharton, Booth, and Kellogg, all schools I never thought possible. Jackie had an incredible talent for helping me translate my work experience into a meaningful story that highlighted the unique aspects of my military career into a concise narrative. She spent time getting to know me (and my family) and, in doing so, helped uncover aspects of my life that I could use to set myself apart from other well-qualified military veterans. Jackie was also incredibly prompt in providing essay feedback and resume edits. I was trying to complete my applications while working full-time in the Army and raising a family, so she worked quickly within my timeline to help me prepare well-rounded applications. From school selection, resume revisions, essay brainstorming, application short answers, and mock interviews, Jackie helped me achieve results I never thought possible. If you are on the fence about hiring a consultant to help with applications, take advantage of Jackie’s 30-minute consultation, and you will hear firsthand how she genuinely cares about helping you achieve your potential.

The night prior to submitting my application to Harvard Business School, Emily texted me, expressing, “I believe we need to tweak a section of your essay—it lacks the compelling edge.” We promptly scheduled a call, collaboratively fine-tuning the content. Four months later, I was accepted to Harvard Business School. This instance exemplifies her unwavering commitment to the success of her clients.

I owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to Emily for her unwavering support and expertise throughout my MBA application journey. Emily’s ability to provide the tools for success and mentorship was instrumental. Emily guided me with precision and her insights on highlighting my experiences resonated with admissions committees, leading to acceptances at Harvard Business School, Kellogg, and Booth.

What sets Emily apart is her commitment to translating military experience into a compelling narrative. Her guidance extended from crafting a quality resume to developing my overall personal narrative, and finally, to preparing me to standout in interviews. Emily’s support during test score improvement was crucial, instilling the confidence I needed to apply to my dream schools. Her promptness and the quality of feedback surpassed any other resources I utilized, making Military MBA Consulting the standout choice.

I was initially hesitant about using a consultant, but Emily’s deep insight and patient guidance dispelled any doubts. Her support not only secured my acceptance into my top-choice program, Harvard Business School, but also provided clarity on my MBA goals and a deeper understanding of myself.

Emily’s role in my application to a top-choice MBA program was truly indispensable. Her ability to recognize how my military experience could shape my application story, coupled with her quick responses and excellent feedback, made all the difference. Without her encouragement and expertise, my acceptances would not have been possible.

To those contemplating whether to connect with Emily, my advice is simple: Just do it! The value she brings is immeasurable, and her expertise is a game-changer. I’m incredibly thankful for her support and couldn’t recommend her more enthusiastically.

Like many, I hesitated to hire a consultant. You hear horror stories of how little a consultant will actually do and then you see the price tag you’d be out on if everything went bad; however, this was not the case with Jackie. Jackie was there every step of the way during the application process. As others have attested to, she knows how to translate military experience for civilian readers, she has an innate ability to help craft narratives and highlight key events from your story for adcoms, and she will prepare you for your interviews to make sure you bring home the thing we all desire – an acceptance letter! On some level, I expected these things from a consultant (and Jackie definitely delivered). What I did not expect was how Jackie went above and beyond by sending articles on schools, keeping track of online admissions events to sign up for, and helping me understand the MBA landscape. Military MBA Consulting is the only firm I would trust to help me through the MBA process as a Veteran, and Jackie is top-notch. I cannot emphasize enough how much better my application was with Jackie’s help. I was admitted to my top choice in the EA round (Darden) and invited to interview by the other three schools I applied to before pulling my applications (Ross, Fuqua, McCombs). If you are on the fence still, just take the leap because I promise she will not disappoint.

I am immensely grateful to Jackie for her pivotal role in my admission to Wharton’s MBA program. As a military professional, articulating my experiences in a way that resonated with the admissions committee was challenging. Jackie expertly translated my military accomplishments into a compelling narrative and magnified my strengths to mitigate my academic shortcomings. Her intuitive understanding of my journey and strategic approach transformed my applications into authentic and persuasive submissions, effectively communicating my potential to the admissions committee. Jackie was more than a consultant; she was a mentor and advocate, helping me find my unique voice amidst a competitive applicant pool. Her expertise was invaluable in navigating this challenging process, ultimately unlocking the door to my dream school.

Jackie was the key to my success in applying to business school with successful admissions to both top programs I applied to: Fuqua (70K scholarship) and Darden (75K scholarship). When I started considering how to apply to MBA programs, I felt completely overwhelmed. I had no practical idea how to translate my skills and experience into a product that would resonate with business school selection committees. Jackie was the answer to my problem. She brought incredible expertise to this convoluted process through which she had recently been herself and guided many other veteran applicants. She approached every step of the process with great organization and structure and helped me understand my value to each program while helping me to tailor my approach in ways that drastically increased my competitiveness. Jackie singlehandedly acted in turns as guide, strategist, coach, and interpreter to help navigate this complex process and helped me turn an ambiguous plan into a focused, hard-hitting narrative that we built the application packages around.
Jackie truly set her apart through her genuine interactions and caring that she demonstrated through the process. Every time I felt impostor syndrome set in, Jackie was there to remind me of the skills, value, and character that I represented to not only the schools but also the firms that recruited at those schools. I will never forget the night I dialed into a practice interview with Jackie, and she was dressed in business formal and ready to walk me through the process. This showed her commitment to going the extra mile to achieve superior results.
I couldn’t have found a better consultant and partner on this journey. Jackie and I have remained in touch (now several years since I applied to schools), and she continues to be as ardent a supporter and cheerleader as ever. If you are a veteran applying to business school, your choice is clear and easy: work with Jackie Callahan.

I worked with Jackie while applying for full time MBA programs starting in 2022 while getting ready to transition out of the military and having a job that was highly demanding. I had a stellar career in the military but lackluster academic performance in undergrad and knew I needed extra help for admission to top business schools. Jackie’s way of crafting stories, listening to my needs and constant positivity made all the difference. I would not be where I am today without her. Most importantly, she gets to know you and your story so that she can advise you on the best product to put in front of ADCOMs. She is an absolute pleasure to work with and I know many others have had the same phenomenal experience and result! Hire her!

Jackie was an invaluable resource in navigating the intimidating process that is the MBA Application. As a naval officer, I had absolutely no idea how to communicate my military journey to the admissions committee or what a good resume looked like. I had lots of doubts about my ability to make it to an M7 program. Jackie helped me show the value of my military service in the civilian world and what kind of value I would bring to the MBA program. If you are a fellow veteran keeping yourself from applying to the top programs in the world: stop, and talk to Emily and Jackie.

Jackie was instrumental in everything step of my application process. Was extremely responsive, thorough and overall amazing to work with! Has an amazing ability to help us transitioning military members verbalize and convey our prior service in a meaningful and impactful way to admissions teams. Cannot recommend enough!

Emily frankly gave me the tools to succeed and the mentorship to execute in a very tight timeline. I started my transition/decided to pursue an MBA in R3 this year – having not taken/studied for any standardized test. Emily gave me a clear picture of how I could highlight my experiences in a way that would resonate with the admissions committees. She provided guidance throughout the application process and quickly responded to my questions. Despite my late start, R3/R4 applications, and below-average test scores, I was admitted to Fuqua, Stern, and Ross. I would not have been able to do this without Emily’s help.

Quite frankly, I cannot praise Emily’s guidance, support and patience enough. I needed an expert to provide the resources and feedback for applying to top MBA programs and Emily delivered on every front. From helping me translate my unique military experience into a quality resume, to developing my overall personal narrative, and countless essay revisions, Emily provided me all the tools that I needed to apply to top MBA programs. I also am so thankful for the support and encouragement that she gave me while I was working on raising my test scores, which gave me the confidence I needed to apply to my dream schools. No other resource I utilized (MBA Veteran’s clubs, Service2School, etc.) provided anywhere close to the same level of promptness and quality as Emily did. Her prior experience as an AdCom member really pays dividends with her feedback during interview preparation, essay edits, or even application data form questions. Once again, I can’t say enough about the value of her services and know that my acceptance into HBS would not have been possible without her support. I’ve already referred several veteran friends to her, and will continue to do so in the future due to the numerous success stories that she constantly produces.

Emily was crucial for my application success this cycle! With a below-average GPA and GRE score, I was nervous that I wouldn’t have much success this applicant cycle, but Emily helped me craft my story, provided invaluable advice, and translated my military experience! Emily was the best coach, guide, and mentor for me as I navigated the difficult MBA application process. The results speak for themselves! I was accepted into Darden, Fuqua, Tuck, and my dream school, MIT Sloan! These results were way beyond my expectations, and I cannot recommend Emily enough. If you’re a transitioning veteran applying to MBA programs, Military MBA Consulting is THE way to go!

I cannot recommend Emily highly enough! Her expert guidance and support were instrumental in helping me secure a place in my target program. From the very beginning, Emily’s professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail stood out. She was always available to answer my questions, provide insightful feedback on my application, and offer valuable advice on every aspect of the MBA admissions process. Emily’s expertise, personalized approach, and work ethic truly made a difference, and I’m grateful for her help in achieving my goals. I could not have done this without her. Thank you, Emily!

Emily is the REAL DEAL. From our first phone call, Emily was always there to assist, motivate, and guide me through the daunting application process. With Emily’s help, I was admitted into my top choice MBA program, although I had a below-average GPA/GMAT. Simply put, if you are a veteran applying for an MBA, there is no better consultant to work with than Emily.