Drew Hoff

Working with Drew Hoff was hands-down the best investment I made in my MBA application journey. I started working with him early on before any stress of application deadlines were in view, and he was instrumental from day one. Early on, he provided a crucial framework for understanding the nuances of top programs, including how to realistically view test scores and competitive scales. His deep knowledge of each program is second to none, which was invaluable when strategically mapping out where and when to apply.

What completely separates Drew from other consultants is his ability to dig deep and unearth an authentic story. He doesn’t just look at your resume; through deep conversations he helps you search for the unique perspective and skills that define you both professionally and personally. I cannot emphasize enough how excellent he was at helping me find and shape my voice.

Drew is highly professional, incredibly responsive, and refreshingly candid. He doesn’t back down; when I pushed back on his advice because I wanted to understand the “why,” he met me with honest, constructive feedback. During the summer application crunch, he kept me accountable, letting me know exactly when I was on track or falling behind. It’s easy to see how much pride Drew takes in his work. There were plenty of iterations where I just wanted to stop and hit submit, but he pushed me to think deeper and rewrite sections because he knew I could do better. That uncompromising standard instilled massive confidence when I finally hit send.

Another underrated aspect of his guidance was interview prep. Coming from an undergrad application perspective, I didn’t fully realize how different and critical the MBA interview process is. Drew demystified the nuances and helped me prepare in a way that felt deeply personal and genuine, allowing me to speak with absolute confidence.

In an era of generic, AI-generated content, Drew is a breath of fresh air. He doesn’t just advise; he teaches you how to write clearly, concisely, and authentically.

I applied to a stretch list of schools, hoping I’d get lucky with just one. Coming from a competitive finance background and with a test score that hovered right around the median for my target programs, I was unsure if I would be accepted. Thanks to Drew, I was accepted into multiple highly competitive programs, including a top 10 school with a partial scholarship offer. This fall, I am matriculating at an absolute dream M7 school that I previously wouldn’t even let myself consider because it felt entirely out of reach. I cannot really put into words how grateful I am to Drew for helping me through this process. If you want a consultant who will truly invest in your success and push you to your absolute best, look no further.

Before working with Drew, I spoke with another mba consulting agency that didn’t even want to take me on as a client. With only two years of work experience, I was definitely on the younger side of the applicant pool, and I was told I would likely need to wait several years before applying.

From my very first phone call with Drew, it was clear how informed he was about exactly what each program is looking for and how I could align my story with those expectations. He had a sharp, strategic point of view right away, which gave me a level of confidence I didn’t have before. What really sets him apart is his ability to translate that insight into essays that feel authentic while speaking directly to the heart of each school. He really helps you position your story in a way that resonates with each specific program.

With Drew’s guidance, I applied in Round 2 and achieved results I genuinely did not think were possible. I received full-tuition merit scholarships from Emory Goizueta, Vanderbilt Owen, and UCLA Anderson, as well as a partial scholarship from USC Marshall and UT Austin McCombs. I would not be in this position without Drew. He not only believed in my candidacy, but he also knew how to execute on that belief. If you’re looking for someone who is strategic, honest, and incredibly knowledgeable, Drew is exactly the kind of consultant you want guiding your MBA applications.

The first time I spoke to Drew Hoff on our intro call, he completely stood apart from his competition, and I knew I wanted to work with him. 

Due my professional and family obligations, my plan was to apply to just one competitive nearby program (Berkeley Haas). I led with that, and Drew could not have given me a more encouraging response. He talked about his specific prior experiences working with successful applicants to the program, and told me about his various connections to the school from over the years. 

In contrast to every other consultant I interviewed, he was able to offer an engagement framework that was limited in scope to my single focused application, and I really appreciated that bespoke flexibility. When you strip away all the bureaucracy and fluff, leaving just the raw value of an extremely insightful, strategic, and tactical advisor, you have Drew Hoff. 

Drew took time to understand my unique professional path, and he empowered me tell my story in a way that was directly aligned to the Haas culture. He was always clear and confident in his guidance, and provided actionable, constructive feedback. I felt like he was a coach or even a mentor, bringing out the best in me, pushing me to see opportunity where I thought there was only weakness.  

Throughout the process, Drew was always highly professional, and easy to communicate with. He delivered a degree of structure and rigor that increased my confidence. I knew I was actually putting my best foot forward. Through iteration, we evolved my primary essays into authentically confident expressions of who I am. My application overall grew into a cohesive and compelling narrative, clearly expressing why the program would be a mutual fit.

When my initial exam scores were a little lower than we’d hoped, Drew gave me the extra nudge to give it another try. I could tell he genuinely believed I could do a little better, and if I hadn’t known that was the case, I probably wouldn’t have taken the exam the second time. Of course, Drew turned out to be right once again, and I am very glad I took his advice because my score improved materially on the second attempt.

In summary, Drew gave me everything I was looking for in an admissions consultant and more. I believe I got excellent value from working with him and cannot recommend him highly enough.

I am grateful for the opportunity to strongly recommend Drew Hoff as an MBA admissions consultant. Drew played an instrumental role in helping me clarify my story, sharpen my positioning, and present an authentic, compelling application that accurately reflected both my professional trajectory and personal values.

From the outset, Drew demonstrated a rare combination of strategic insight, intellectual rigor, and genuine empathy. He took the time to deeply understand my background – including my nontraditional path, career inflection points, and long-term goals – and helped translate complex experiences into a cohesive narrative that resonated with admissions committees. His guidance went far beyond surface-level edits; Drew challenged my assumptions, pushed me to think more introspectively, and consistently raised the bar on clarity, substance, and impact.

What truly distinguishes Drew is his ability to balance high standards with unwavering support. He provided candid, thoughtful feedback while remaining encouraging and steady throughout an inherently stressful process. He was exceptionally responsive, detail-oriented, and deeply invested, treating my applications with the same care and seriousness as if they were his own.

Because of Drew’s guidance, I approached the MBA admissions process with confidence, structure, and purpose. Through his support, I was admitted to my top three programs – Columbia, NYU with a significant scholarship, and Yale with a significant scholarship – and I can say with confidence that these outcomes would not have been possible without his help. I would recommend Drew without hesitation to any candidate seeking not just an admissions consultant, but a trusted advisor and advocate.

I am grateful for the opportunity to strongly recommend Drew Hoff as an MBA admissions consultant. Drew played an instrumental role in helping me clarify my story, sharpen my positioning, and present an authentic, compelling application that accurately reflected both my professional trajectory and personal values.
From the outset, Drew demonstrated a rare combination of strategic insight, intellectual rigor, and genuine empathy. He took the time to deeply understand my background – including my nontraditional path, career inflection points, and long-term goals – and helped translate complex experiences into a cohesive narrative that resonated with admissions committees. His guidance went far beyond surface-level edits; Drew challenged my assumptions, pushed me to think more introspectively, and consistently raised the bar on clarity, substance, and impact.

What truly distinguishes Drew is his ability to balance high standards with unwavering support. He provided candid, thoughtful feedback while remaining encouraging and steady throughout an inherently stressful process. He was exceptionally responsive, detail-oriented, and deeply invested, treating my applications with the same care and seriousness as if they were his own.

Because of Drew’s guidance, I approached the MBA admissions process with confidence, structure, and purpose. Through his support, I was admitted to my top three programs – Columbia, NYU with significant scholarship, and Yale with a large scholarship – and I can say with confidence that these outcomes would not have been possible without his help. I would recommend Drew without hesitation to any candidate seeking not just an admissions consultant, but a trusted advisor and advocate.

Working with Drew Hoff was hands-down the most valuable decision I made during my MBA application process. Coming from a non-traditional startup and investor relations background, with a strong track record but a few profile concerns, like a lower GPA, I knew I needed a consultant who could help me tell my story in a way that would resonate with top-tier programs. Drew delivered on that and more.

From our very first call, Drew was strategic and thoughtful. He took the time to understand my professional journey, leadership experiences, and long-term goals, then worked closely with me to align my story with each school’s unique culture. Whether it was Columbia’s emphasis on community and New York City access, HBS’s focus on leadership, or MIT’s analytical rigor, Drew brought a level of school-specific insight that was incredibly helpful.

His structured process, particularly his detailed school strategy memos and essay guidance, helped me bring out the most compelling aspects of my background while staying authentic to my voice. Drew helped me frame my candidacy around impact, clarity of purpose, and personal growth. He pushed me to dig deeper into my motivations and professional experiences, resulting in applications that felt cohesive, honest, and distinct.

Throughout the process, Drew was consistently responsive and supportive, and never made me feel like just another client. He genuinely cared about my outcomes and made what is typically a stressful process feel manageable.

I applied to four M7 programs and was thrilled to be accepted into Columbia Business School, my top choice for its strengths in both investing and entrepreneurship.

I can’t recommend Drew enough. He’s strategic, encouraging, and committed to helping you put your best foot forward.

Drew is a craftsman storyteller. He knows how to weave magic with the written word. I am Indian student from a Tier-2 college with a GRE score for 326. He helped me get into Wharton and a waitlist at INSEAD. He’s the kind of consultant who’d help you understand your own career trajectory better and make more sense of all your professional and personal experiences. I went to him with a relatively poor GRE score and very little time in hand, and he really helped me bring out the best aspects of my profile. He also helped me with the right post-MBA goals. Also, all the Strategy Memos that he creates are phenomenal help – it’s beautiful how he’s really cracked what each school wants.

You should be really able to trust your consultant in this process, and Drew with his experience and depth of knowledge about the programs will really help you build that trust.
He knows exactly what each school wants to hear and helps you bring it out in your essays without being too on the nose.

When I first reached out to Drew, I had already spoken to five other consultants, each of whom told me I was aiming too high. One even said, “I can help you, but you’ll have to remove INSEAD.”

As someone with an overrepresented profile and a low GMAT/GRE score, I felt hopeless. I was targeting top-tier European business schools such as INSEAD, HEC Paris, and Oxford, but was on the verge of giving up my 2024 applications altogether.

Then I met Drew. And everything changed.

Unlike other consultants, Drew was confident we could get into two out of my three target schools. That was the first real encouragement I had received. Our initial call lasted a full hour—far longer than the standard 30-minute intros with other consultants. From that first conversation, it was clear: Drew goes all in.

He broke down how schools prioritize what they want and how we could position my essays and personal story to align with those expectations. Unlike others who asked endless questions only to tell me my goals were unrealistic, Drew quickly identified a viable path forward.

Once I signed on, we got to work. Drew provided custom strategy memos for each school, outlining deadlines, essay approaches, and what admissions committees were looking for. Every time I had doubts or questions, he was available for a call—no hesitation. He even provided sample essays when I needed guidance.

Our essay process was rigorous. We went through three to four rounds of revisions per essay, reviewing everything together on calls instead of just receiving documents with comments. Then came what I call the “Drew Magic”—his final refinements that made my essays shine while preserving my authentic voice. He never rewrote my story—just elevated it.

Beyond his expertise, Drew was an unwavering source of support. He never pressured me with deadlines; instead, he planned ahead so I always had extra time. When crunch time hit, he worked weekends to ensure we stayed on track.

When I started receiving interview invites, Drew was my first text. He made time for last-minute mock interviews and even took calls just to calm me down when nerves took over. Fun fact: One time, he spent over 15 minutes just reassuring me!

The moment I got into HEC Paris and INSEAD, Drew was the one who suggested, “You’ve already made it to two top schools—why not try Wharton?” That push meant the world to me. I didn’t get in, but the fact that Drew believed in my potential—when every other consultant dismissed me—made all the difference.

For someone with an overrepresented profile, unconventional background, and a low GMAT/GRE score, my only strengths were strong career progression and international experience. Thanks to Drew’s expertise, support, and commitment, I made it to HEC Paris and INSEAD. I truly couldn’t have done it without him.

As someone with an unconventional background (transitioning from investment banking to media strategy) and a lower GMAT score, I had ambitious goals: Harvard Business School and Stanford GSB only. Most consultants would have pushed me to broaden my school selection, but Drew Hoff embraced my vision from day one.

Drew’s approach focused on crafting truly holistic applications that showcased the unique perspectives I would bring to these elite programs. His thoughtful review sessions helped me identify compelling elements of my story that I hadn’t fully appreciated. Through multiple rounds of essay tweaking, he helped me transform good narratives into exceptional ones—all while maintaining my authentic voice.

What impressed me most was Drew’s ability to enhance my applications without trying to mold me into a “typical” HBS or GSB candidate. He understood these schools value distinctive voices and helped me lean into what made my profile different rather than trying to conform to a template.

Despite my compressed timeline and test score challenges, Drew’s strategic guidance led to an outcome that exceeded all expectations: admissions offers from both Harvard and Stanford. His expertise in navigating these hyper-competitive admissions processes was invaluable.

For anyone aiming for top MBA programs, especially with non-traditional backgrounds or application challenges, Drew Hoff is the consultant who can help you achieve what might seem impossible. He delivers results where they matter most.

The TL;DR is this – Drew helped me to channel my attributes and experiences into an application that allowed me to get into 2 of the 3 M7 schools I applied to. Unlike other admissions consultants, I never felt like our relationship was transactional – he had a vested interest in learning about who I was as a person, at what school I would be a great fit, and helped me to tailor my application materials to be successful. As an international student, this process would have been impossible, had it not been for Drew’s help.

I started working with Drew once I decided I wanted to apply to Business School. I met with a number of admissions consultants – most of whom offered me a 15 minute introductory call to get to know them and what they had to offer. Drew was different – not only was our first call over an hour long, but he met with me again for another hour to answer my follow up questions and deal with my concerns.

Once we started working together, Drew offered a comprehensive, end to end approach to my application process. It wasn’t simply about editing essays – it was about helping me to choose schools that matched my profile and recruiting goals, helping me to understand the history of these schools and what’s important to them, understanding what the admissions teams are looking for in the essays. Drew helped me to strategize – to pick a school to apply to for early decision, and a couple of other schools as fall backs should I be unsuccessful.

When we began working on the essays, Drew’s attention to detail is second to none. We did FOURTEEN iterations of one of my essays – helping me to scratch deeper into my “why” behind my application, and craft essays that I was truly proud of. We repeated this process again and again for each application – making sure that my voice carried through into the essays. Drew was never afraid to push back against me – I am strong willed and confident in my ideas, but Drew made sure that we put the strength of my application first, and didn’t hesitate to tell me when one of my ideas didn’t work.

Once the essays were done, Drew helped me to prepare for the interviews. We did a number of mock interviews, reflecting on potential question types, answering techniques, manners and general watch-outs. Our approach was exhaustive.

At the end of the day, I ended up being accepted into 2 of the 3 M7 schools I applied to. Working with Drew for almost a year was a pleasure – he was my rock throughout the process and I would not have been successful without him. Not only that, but when I think of Drew’s pricing compared to other Consultants, his value is unmatched. I cannot recommend him more.

I was introduced to Amerasia and specifically Drew through my older brother. With Drew’s help, my oldest brother was accepted into Wharton and the Lauder program. Seeing as my brother had a high-quality experience and success working with Drew, I knew I would have the same. I reached out to Drew early on in the MBA application process after achieving a 700 on the GMAT in May of 2023! We had our introduction meeting and Drew emailed me a list of personality-type questions to try to understand more about me on a personal level and how we could work together to craft my story. We decided what schools were a good fit for me and then instantly began working on the essays. Drew’s approach to the essays and overall application process is a structured and organized approach, with school-specific detailed memos that dig into the core values and principles of each school and what their admissions committee is looking for. After reading through the memos, you get a real sense of how to approach and start your essays. Throughout the drafting and editing process, Drew and I worked together to refine my story. After each iteration of my essays, Drew provided useful feedback that I was able to incorporate to improve my essays. After a handful of drafts, we prepared well-rounded essays that responded to the prompts.

Aside from the essays, Drew provided assistance with updating and formatting my resume and prepared me for the interview process at each school which was very helpful.

Drew was a pleasure to work with – always kind and respectful – and he was very responsive. It was a great feeling knowing that Drew was always available and willing to help with whatever I needed. Despite living on the east coast, while Drew lives on the west coast, we were always able to make our scheduling work.

With 4.5 years of work experience in Commercial Banking, I applied to four schools with his help: Duke Fuqua (Early Decision), Virginia Darden (Early Decision), Texas McCombs (R1), and UNC Kenan-Flagler (R1). With a GMAT score of 700 and a GPA of 3.86, we concluded that Fuqua fell into the range of a high-end target/low-end reach school for me. With his help, I was accepted into both Fuqua ($30k scholarship) and Darden (no scholarship)! While both are great schools, I am excited to share that I am attending Duke Fuqua in Fall of 2024! As I decided to apply Early Decision, I wanted to be respectful to both McCombs and Kenan-Flagler and withdrew my application after I decided on Duke Fuqua.

I thoroughly enjoyed working with Drew and Amerasia – it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. The overall experience was first-class and I am now attending my dream school! If you are looking for an MBA consultant who is dedicated to his craft, provides supportive guidance throughout the entire process, and will help you submit a thorough and high-quality application to your prospective schools, then I highly recommend working with Drew and Amerasia.

Thank you, Drew!

Because of my work with Drew and his company Amerasia, in R1 I was admitted to Stanford GSB, Wharton (with a $100k scholarship), Kellogg, and Columbia as a white guy with a 3.25 non-quant GPA. This would not have been possible without Drew and his world-class team.

Before picking Drew, I did intro calls with 10+ other admissions consulting companies, and asked for thoughts from friends who had done the process before. I was sold on Drew after our initial phonecall, and from eager recommendations from other friends about the quality of Amerasia’s services.

So, why should you pick Drew & Amerasia to help you get great results like I did?

1. Drew has decades of experience and deep relationships with all of the top business schools. Each year, the Amerasia founders write an updated, extremely detailed memo on each school, discussing their various essay prompts, cultural differences, and recommended strategies. These memos even go into the depth of discussing personnel changes at an individual school’s admissions team, and how that could impact how you approach the essays. For example, if a new dean of admissions is promoted and they decide to switch us the essay topics that year, the Amerasia team will already know WHY they made that move, and help you write towards the school’s underlying desires. For example, maybe the school introduces a new essay asking you, “Tell us about a time you had to work with a diverse set of people to accomplish a task.” The Amerasia team will have spoken to the admissions folks at that school and they will know that the purpose of this new essay was to test an applicant’s background regarding ethnic diversity, adversity in the face of new environments, and grit to solve tough tasks.

2. Amerasia consultants only work with a small number of clients at a time (as opposed to other bigger consultancy companies, who take more of a volume-led approach)

3. Amerasia consultants take extraordinary amounts of time to get to know your personal background, story, and aspirations. I cannot emphasize this part enough. My consultant, Drew, spent many many hours listening to me rant about my life, and never complained. He was structured, efficient, and knew the right questions to ask. I felt that this was a very important part of our relationship, because when it came time to write my essays, he was able to recommend anecdotes and examples I had told him from my life as ideas for creative direction on essays.

4. Their response time is very fast, cordial, and on time. Drew responded to my texts and emails within 24 hours, even on weekends, and never missed deadlines. I have heard horror stories of the exact opposite from other admissions consultant companies, where they will ghost clients for 3-5 days at a time right around important deadlines (again, because those consultants probably have twice the number of clients to deal with)

5. They help you craft your story throughout the entire application, not just in the essays. Drew spent lots of time reviewing my resume, short answer responses, career and job explanations, and other mundane parts of the application process. His help there really made the package more cohesive and helped my application shine.

In summary, I cannot recommend Drew and his company Amerasia enough. They have completely changed my life by helping me get into my dream business school. I wish you the best of luck!

Full stats: 29, straight white male, T20 private US school, 3.25 GPA undergrad business major, 750 GMAT (47Q, 46V), career in marketing.

Drew is an excellent guide through the challenging MBA admissions process. He expertly demystifies what each individual school is looking for and helps craft compelling stories to tie together your application. Beyond the essays, Drew provides comprehensive support for the broader application, resume, and interviews. You cannot go wrong partnering with Drew in the MBA admissions process.

As someone who considered himself a “vanilla” applicant going in, Drew helped me standout. I applied to the 3 top MBA programs (HSW) and was admitted to 2 of the 3. I am incredibly excited to start at my top choice program in the Fall and credit this largely to Drew’s work.