Rajdeep Chimni

Founder

Admissions Gateway

Gurgaon

India

Net Promoter Score: 9.89

Consultant Bio

I am a Kellogg alumnus (2008) with Product Management and Entrepreneurial experience. I served as an Admissions Ambassador while at Kellogg and also as the Secretary of the Kellogg Alumni Association of India.
I have helped 1000+ candidates across 20+ countries achieve their dreams of getting into top MBA programs with $30M+ in scholarships. I specialize in helping candidates apply to the M7 US b-schools, especially Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton.

I have an approachable style and have no limits to time spent or iterations while coaching. We work to help our candidates not only gain admissions and scholarships but also to set them up for success at b-school.

Company Information

Admissions Gateway is a boutique consulting firm, established in 2007, with a track record of helping 2000+ aspirants realize their dream of attending the top-15 US Business schools, LBS and INSEAD. What our clients appreciate most about our engagement model is: ‘living’ the application period with them. Our ‘invested mentoring’ enables candidates to succeed beyond the applications during Business School and beyond. Our team works with a limited number of candidates annually.

Admissions Results:
2024 Intake results: HSW:84; M7: 190, top-15: 315
2023 Intake results: HSW: 61, M7: 156, top-15: 293

Scholarship Results:
2024 intake scholarships: ~ $12.6M
2023 intake scholarships: ~$10M

Menu of Services and Associated Costs

We have end-to-end 3 school and 5 school packages.

These cover:
– Profile evaluation and building
– Resume building
– Goals and skill gap
– Why MBA
– School selection
– Networking with our alumni at schools
– Essay guidance
– Recommendation tips
– Interview prep
– Scholarship guidance and negotiation

Location: Gurgaon India

Phone: +65 80900710

Email: info@admissionsgateway.com

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  • Transformative Resume & Essay Advice! Admitted To Yale With $100,000
    4 weeks ago
    I just have to share my amazing experience with Admissions Gateway! I discovered them through a friend's recommendation and decided to connect. Once I got started, the discussions with Rajdeep were fantastic. His detailed discussions about each essay prompt were incredibly helpful. I felt prepared and guided, which was such a relief. Clear guidelines saved me a ton of time in execution. And let's talk about the resume process - it was so detailed. Transitioning to the STAR format, the impact metrics, and having those rounds of reviews transformed my resume into something I'm genuinely proud of. I gained admission to Yale with a $100,000 aid! I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Admissions Gateway made a huge difference in my MBA application journey.
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  • Admitted To HBS ($$$ Aid) & Wharton With 100% Scholarship!!
    1 month ago
    Rajdeep was like my personal cheerleader throughout my MBA application journey and I feel glad to have worked with him. When I joined, I was still figuring out my GMAT and had to push my applications to Round 2 because of it. Throughout these couple of months, when I was struggling with the GMAT, Rajdeep was a source of support and encouragement. Rajdeep would always reassure me that I still had a good shot at the M7s even with a 720 GMAT which helped me stay calm and composed. I think that was quite helpful because if I had fretted over the lesser-than-average score, I don’t think I would’ve ever been able to bring the kind of focus needed to write down essays, that truly ...
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  • Like A Personal Cheerleader, Wharton & Harvard ($$ Aid)
    2 months ago
    Multiple HBS and Wharton admits referred me to Rajdeep. All of them had excellent things to say about how helpful and results-oriented he is. Having this background followed by my initial set of conversations with Rajdeep where he was extremely transparent with the results and expectations nailed it for me. Rajdeep’s support was instrumental in securing my acceptance to Harvard and Wharton. All conversations with Rajdeep were characterized by straight talk and pointed feedback which in-turn offered clear and actionable steps and helped streamline my application process. Rajdeep was always approachable and promptly responded with edits and iterations. His commitment to helping me weave compelling narratives in essays and discussing through multiple stories and helping narrow the most impactful ones (especially for Harvard) from his ...
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    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Flexible, Committed, & Trustworthy; International Student Admitted To Harvard & Stanford
    2 months ago
    As an International working in the USA, I decided to pursue an MBA to build on my leadership skills. The natural first step was taking the GMAT and then connecting with an MBA Admissions Consultant. After researching multiple Consultants online, I booked my first chat with Rajdeep based on his strong record of helping people make it to M7 business schools, especially HBS and Stanford, as evidenced on his website and Poets&Quants profile. During our first conversation, a couple of things really aligned with me: the first being his strong understanding of the top business schools and what their MBA applications demand from you; the second being his direct and transparent communication, which I really appreciated then and throughout the process; and the third being his focus ...
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  • Rajdeep’s Sessions Are A Game Changer!!
    2 months ago
    Admissions Gateway Sessions were a huge game-changer in my MBA applications. The entire process started with sessions, which really helped set the tone. Each session ended with such clear, actionable next steps that I felt I knew exactly what I needed to do – be it for the essay or the interviews. They gave me a great sense of direction and a detailed understanding of what the essays demand and how to supplement them with that information. The sessions also gave me a clear sense of structure on a paragraph-by-paragraph level, helping me get things started, especially because I struggle with writing. I also loved how Rajdeep distilled all of his knowledge from years of experience into these sessions, making it simplified and easy to ...
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    Yash Bajaj
    MBA Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Brings Order To Chaos; My Husband & I Got Wharton & CBS Admits; $55k Scholarship
    3 months ago
    Last year, my partner and I decided to pursue an MBA. Our first step was reaching out to seniors at previous and current firms to learn more about their application journey, the challenges they faced, and which consultant they'd worked with. Unanimously, everyone told us that Rajdeep was pivotal to their success. Right away, we knew we wanted to have him by our side. The application journey for me was stressful and bit chaotic - my partner and I were getting married during applications, managing crisis at work increased my responsibilities, and getting my GMAT score took longer than what I had planned. Given the chaos I was going through, Rajdeep really provided me with support and helped bring a lot of structure. The ...
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  • Fantastic Experience - HBS, $$$$ Aid; Wharton - $55K & Kellogg
    3 months ago
    I had a fantastic experience working with Rajdeep– he followed a smooth and structured approach and took the time to understand my unique experiences/ stories, helping me package them effectively. At the start of the application season, I had started a 6-month externship in Africa. While I was settling into a new job and country, and despite the time-zone difference, Rajdeep took great effort to ensure that the application process was smooth. He planned timelines for tasks, reached out to check on progress, motivated me whenever I was struggling to balance applications with work, and setup regular discussions. Rajdeep ensured that we completed an 80% complete draft of the resume well in advance. We had discussions where Rajdeep provided me personalized resume guidance for my context – ...
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  • Great Emotional, Life & Application Support (Wharton, Booth-$40K, Kellogg-$20K).
    3 months ago
    Rajdeep’s guidance has been monumental in my admissions journey. I was working to improve my GMAT score while juggling my application and an extremely hectic investing job. GMAT was a journey for me, and as my counsellor, Rajdeep was constantly checking in and motivating me to perform better. His practical advice and take on any challenge that lies ahead of you was very instrumental- not limiting to applications but even as a way of life Balancing a demanding investing job that required travel to at least three cities a week with GMAT preparation and applications was a recipe for overwhelm. Rajdeep, however, proved to be a constant anchor. He meticulously monitored my progress, ensuring I stayed on track. During moments of stagnation, a single hour of ...
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  • Wharton With $$$ Scholarship; Phenomenal Patience & Effort
    3 months ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from colleagues at Abbott who spoke highly of him. I enjoyed my initial conversations with him – the way he understood my story, my profile and articulated the next steps on how to approach the applications process. Working with Rajdeep was a phenomenal experience. My resume turned out to be well thought through, focusing on the strategic nature of my work experiences instead of just quantifying impact. We brainstormed goals and a vision statement both of which were concrete and clearly thought through. This was followed by detailed brainstorming sessions on tying up different facets of the story, ensuring cohesiveness with a central theme. Interview prep was detailed with step-by-step guidance and conversations on how to approach interviews, followed by mock interviews ...
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  • Calm, Grounded & Always Present; Rajdeep Paved Our Path To Wharton!
    4 months ago
    Collaborating with Rajdeep was the most pivotal decision during my and my wife’s MBA application journey. Most of our friends connected with 4-5 consultants to decide whom to go ahead with. It was a lot simpler for us. I contacted some of my seniors who’ve completed their MBAs from top business schools. All of them had worked with Rajdeep, and they all had just one thing to say: whatever Rajdeep says flies! In terms of my MBA application journey, Rajdeep constantly tempered my expectations and kept me grounded. He’d always say, “Nothing is given, and you have to put in effort. HSW are a moonshot regardless of your achievements.” So, Rajdeep gave me a reality check that nothing was given and that I had ...
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  • Great Value Addition & Responsiveness; Harvard & Stanford Executive Leadership Program
    4 months ago
    I wanted to apply to Harvard Business School and Stanford Graduate School of Business’s Executive programs. One of my colleagues who had previously worked with Rajdeep and got into the HBS MBA program recommended I reach out to him. So, I connected with Rajdeep, and our first conversation was so insightful that I decided to work with him. By this time, we had only two weeks with us until the deadlines. I had already created the first drafts of the essays and my resume, and I shared that with Rajdeep. Since there was a huge time crunch, the first thing that impressed me was that Rajdeep was super responsive. For instance, I would send him an essay in the morning, and he’d share feedback on ...
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  • Great Value Addition & Responsiveness; Harvard & Stanford Executive Leadership Program!
    4 months ago
    I wanted to apply to Harvard Business School and Stanford Graduate School of Business’s Executive programs. One of my colleagues who had previously worked with Rajdeep and got into the HBS MBA program recommended I reach out to him. So, I connected with Rajdeep, and our first conversation was so insightful that I decided to work with him. By this time, we had only two weeks with us until the deadlines. I had already created the first drafts of the essays and my resume, and I shared that with Rajdeep. Since there was a huge time crunch, the first thing that impressed me was that Rajdeep was super responsive. For instance, I would send him an essay in the morning, and he’d share feedback on ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Best Decision Ever!! Received Admits From MIT, Booth, Kellogg & Wharton. With Full Ride Scholarship At Wharton
    5 months ago
    It was a pleasure working with Rajdeep. Having gone through the full journey, I can easily look back and say that one of the best decisions I made during my MBA admissions journey was to work with Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway. Rajdeep is an expert. He starts by conducting workshops on specific foundational components like resumes and goals. These workshops are concrete and give actionable insights, and Rajdeep is very clear about what is expected with each component. Rajdeep worked closely with me on everything I could imagine for my MBA applications. Right from the start, we worked on resumes, goals, individual essays, application forms, and interview support. I was delighted to go through the entire journey with Rajdeep. Another aspect I found super helpful at ...
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  • Thanks To Admissions Gateway For My Wharton Admit!
    5 months ago
    Thrilled to share that I've been admitted to Wharton! Huge thanks to Admissions Gateway for their exceptional support. Their personalized guidance, essay feedback, and rigorous mock interviews made all the difference. Highly recommend Admissions Gateway for anyone aiming for a top MBA program. Their expertise and commitment are outstanding!
    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Excellent Support Throughout The Applications, Received Admits From Kellogg, Booth, Ross, & Darden With Scholarships
    6 months ago
    I started my MBA journey with Admissions Gateway. In retrospect, that was an excellent decision because of how thorough the overall process was. I began by attending live workshops by Rajdeep, which provided a solid base to work on my applications. After developing a strong understanding of base-level requirements and expectations, I started working on the resume. We devoted a decent amount of time to perfecting the resume. I enjoyed working with the team because they were extremely patient through the process and worked on multiple iterations with me—Post, which helped me develop clarity about my goals. I had a vague idea, but the brainstorming sessions allowed me to reflect on my journey and create a compelling narrative for my applications. What stood out to me the ...
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  • Kellogg Admit, Excellent Insights!!
    7 months ago
    It was an extremely positive experience working with Rajdeep and the team admissions gateway. From the beginning, I am grateful for Rajdeep because he pushed me to apply to Kellogg which initially I thought I would not get through I attribute a huge part of my success to them. Right from the get-go live workshops hosted by Rajdeep set a strong tone for the application. The workshops covered detailed nuances of each component of the application along with school-specific requirements. The AG team worked closely with me to ensure that I had clarity about my goals and facilitated strong research for every school. They connected me with their past students which allowed me to tailor my application to the school and was very helpful in the ...
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  • Unlimited Support! Harvard, Wharton & Booth $$$
    7 months ago
    A friend at Wharton referred me to Rajdeep. Rajdeep's commitment to facilitating essay ideation, iteration, and interview preparation was commendable, especially considering the significant time zone difference between us, with me being in the US and him in India. Prior to my Harvard interview, he went above and beyond by conducting a mock interview while waiting at the hospital for his wife to give birth to their second child. Unlike other consultants I had encountered, Rajdeep provided unlimited support for essay revisions and interview readiness. His priority lies in refining the application to perfection rather than offering limited assistance to accommodate a larger number of students, and this leads to great outcomes for candidates.
    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • HBS Admit! Consistent Support Throughout
    8 months ago
    My friends had very positive things to say about Rajdeep and when I talked to him, our thought-process was very similar. I wanted my counsellor to believe in me. Rajdeep was very encouraging of my profile and gave me that comfort. I really liked two things about working with Rajdeep. He has a structured approach. He made me think of all my life events so that we could brainstorm stories and threads. This resulted in essays which were true to my experiences and helped me convey who I am. Rajdeep was instrumental in following up and sending multiple reminders as I started slow. Rajdeep helped me stay on track and be committed to the process. This allowed me to execute well over the next two months. Overall, ...
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  • Clear Thought Process & High Commitment – Harvard, Wharton ($130K), Kellogg & Booth
    8 months ago
    Rajdeep’s community referrals at BCG/McKinsey/Bain were very strong and many friends had worked with him. Multiple people consistently said good things, which made me comfortable. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. I came into the process unsure on how to approach the application but Rajdeep has a battle-tested process, which is structured and took away a lot of ambiguity. Some of my friends were working with other consultants and I could see the solidity in Rajdeep’s advice and the logic behind why something works or doesn’t. The resume was a very elevated way of thinking and writing even from how we management consultants typically do it. The resume making philosophy was tailored to the MBA process. While discussing goals Rajdeep provided clear guidance and also ...
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  • Great Support & Guidance
    8 months ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from my friend who was very happy with the guidance that he got and suggested that I take Rajdeep’s help. I joined the process with hardly one month to the deadlines, and knew that I needed expert help to get to the finish line. Within the first couple of calls with Rajdeep, I too could understand and appreciate the methodical approach he had. Time was literally the biggest constraint in my B school application journey. I could not have gotten through it all and landed two admits if not for Rajdeep’s instrumental feedback. He took me under his wing with 3 weeks to the first application deadline and set out clear targets with timelines for me to execute. Rajdeep was super approachable ...
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  • Unwavering Support, Columbia $$$ & Wharton Admits
    9 months ago
    I worked with Rajdeep, drawn to the wealth of recommendations from successful applicants to HSW. In R2 2023, I applied to schools and was waitlisted at M7 schools Wharton, Booth, and Kellogg, while securing admission to Ross and Darden. Navigating the waitlist process, particularly the three-month wait at three prestigious schools, proved emotionally taxing. Throughout this challenging period, Rajdeep provided invaluable support, assisting me in crafting update letters to enhance my candidacy. However, in June and July 2023, the disappointing news arrived—I was denied from the waitlists of Wharton, Kellogg, and Booth. Rajdeep, displaying his strategic insight, worked with me to analyse external and application factors contributing to waitlist outcomes and encouraged a determined reapplication approach. During the reapplication phase, Rajdeep urged me to broaden ...
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  • Best Decision Of Application Journey, Wharton (55k Aid) & Booth Admits
    10 months ago
    I was clear from day 1 that I wanted to work with Rajdeep. His feedback from my peers had been phenomenal and of course results speak for themselves. Simply brilliant is how I would describe Rajdeep as a counsellor. I strongly believe his sharp clarity of thought makes him the best for this job. His approach is unique- he will nudge you to think more comprehensively about certain things v/s telling you what to write. This went a long way to establish authenticity in my essays. He understands your strengths and more importantly weaknesses quickly and frames his working style accordingly. Rajdeep’s perspective on schools/ applications is humbling. You never get overconfident, whilst doing an amazing job- a mindset that helped me deeply as I awaited results. ...
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  • Committed To Clients, Booth & Wharton With Scholarship
    10 months ago
    Rajdeep deserves a stellar 5-star rating without a doubt. Both my wife and I sought his guidance this year, and engaging with him in late June turned out to be a blessing. The result, Booth and Wharton Round 1 Admits with scholarships. Rajdeep places significant emphasis on perfecting the resume, recognizing it as the focal point in business school applications. Collaborating with him not only enhanced my understanding of the pivotal role a well-crafted resume plays but also instilled insights that extend into my professional life. His interview preparation sessions are very thorough. He takes out the time to clear your doubts from the very basic aspects of how interviews are held by colleges to how the whole process should be planned for all the ...
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  • Helps Extract Compelling Stories, Booth Admit!
    10 months ago
    I started working with Rajdeep in June end, and had a good experience working. The process is very well structured. Rajdeep assisted me in crafting my essays. His extensive knowledge of various schools, coupled with his ability to comprehend candidates and extract the most compelling stories for essays is invaluable. In addition to this, he is very realistic, which helps you keep your expectations realistic. I can’t work under a lot of pressure but Rajdeep made sure that the whole process went smoothly while keeping in mind the deadlines even when I joined him late. Resume building was perhaps one of the most value-added sessions that I ever had. To be able to plugin in data and support it with facts was a game changer ...
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  • Admissions Gateway Helped Me Get Into Kellogg
    11 months ago
    I did a lot of elaborate research and spoke with almost ten different consultants before choosing to work with Admissions Gateway. I felt other Indian consultants were overpromising whereas foreign consultants didn’t really understand my profile. Rajdeep Chimni had a stellar track record and he also seemed to understand my profile and recognise my strengths better than any other consultant that I spoke with. I was working as a Strategy Consultant with Deloitte throughout the application process so I was overworked and never had enough time. Rajdeep was always available; after hours and on weekends as well, which was vital because those were the only opportunities I had to work on my applications. We took a holistic approach to my applications and Rajdeep helped me play up ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Early Stage Candidate, Wharton Admit
    11 months ago
    I reached out to Rajdeep after talking to a college senior who worked with admissions gateway and gained admission to Wharton - My dream school. During the initial profile evaluation call, Rajdeep gave me a clear picture of the strengths and weaknesses in my profile including what I needed to focus on in my applications and gaps that I need to be cognizant of. Rajdeep's style of coaching is honest and practical. One example that stands out is the Resume and Goals discussions where Rajdeep clearly breaks down the manner in which goals should be envisaged and provides clarity on structuring resumes in order to build a cohesive narrative. This proves to be particularly helpful as a starting point in the application process. Similarly, the ...
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  • Game Changing Advice, Wharton Admit.
    11 months ago
    Rajdeep has a long history of helping people from my firm gain admission to Harvard and Wharton. Rajdeep’s resume, goals and essay advice has been the cornerstone of my application process, providing me with the perfect starting point and framework to craft compelling essays. The insights shared were enlightening. He offered a structured approach that not only simplified the daunting task of creating resumes and essays but also made the process enjoyable. The use of diverse examples which complemented the advice showcased a range of styles and approaches, allowing me to find my unique voice. Rajdeep is not just focused on one-size-fits-all solutions but is dedicated to helping each participant find their groove in the application process. Thank you for the exceptional guidance and support. ...
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  • Easing Mental Load Leading To Success - Wharton & HBS
    11 months ago
    I work in venture capital and heard about Rajdeep through my colleagues at my firm. Apart from the whole application process help, his expertise and meticulous approach to what needed to be done alleviated the mental load, a significant relief considering the demanding nature of my job. The breadth of experience Rajdeep brings to the table is remarkable. He knew everything in and out and there is a level of trust you develop once you start working with him. He keeps a check on what needs to be done and when. In terms of interview preparation, Rajdeep went above and beyond. From conducting mocks to providing constructive feedback, he guided me on areas that needed improvement. His tailored approach ensured I was well-prepared for the ...
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    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Overcame Personal Challenges & Admitted To Columbia With $80,000 Scholarship
    11 months ago
    Having completed my MBA in India and gained valuable work experience, I reached a point where I wanted to reconsider and redefine my MBA aspirations. Unsure about how to navigate this journey, I looked at Rajdeep’s past track record and was impressed by his success stories. It was then that I decided to seek guidance from Rajdeep. Rajdeep’s individual sessions were not just informative but instrumental in shaping my profile to be appealing to international schools. The emphasis on crafting a compelling resume and essays was particularly impactful, it helped me weave together my personal and professional journeys into a narrative that truly represented me, especially considering my unique circumstance as an individual with a disability. His guidance not only helped me distribute my stories ...
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    Rajeev V S Annapragada
    MBA Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Third Time US Applicant. Rajdeep Gets Results - Harvard, Wharton, & Stanford!
    12 months ago
    As a reapplicant, I recognized that this attempt was likely my final opportunity to realize my MBA aspirations. Fortunately, I was introduced to Rajdeep, whose remarkable track record persuaded me to engage a counselor for this crucial application cycle. Rajdeep was able to bring a very different angle to my application to make it different from the previous submissions leveraging the international experience I had in the past. He suggested that I take some unconventional risks in my application in areas like recommender choice which ended up paying off. These were suggestions that others had even disagreed with as too risky, yet I trusted him, to great results. Rajdeep’s resume inputs were very valuable as he helped me focus on the impact of the outcomes ...
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  • Thankful For Support & Belief. Harvard (Aid), Wharton ($105K) & Kellogg!
    12 months ago
    As an engineer, I lacked the knowledge to kickstart my MBA application process. Engaging with Rajdeep became the catalyst I needed to navigate through the application journey successfully, resulting in admissions to Harvard, Wharton and Kellogg with a significant scholarship offer. Initially my application essays lacked structure, Rajdeep’s guidance proved to be immensely valuable. As an M7 alumnus and admissions expert, Rajdeep provided insights into the frameworks and structures essential for crisp and effective essays. His knowledge of the schools, classes, programs, and preferences of admissions committees was quintessential for my journey to be successful. Throughout the process, his suggestions and motivation were key drivers. With a thorough understanding of the B-school application system, Rajdeep brought an objective perspective to my applications, essays, and resume. ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Great M7 Track Record, Wharton ($105K) & CBS Admit!
    12 months ago
    Earlier this year, when I decided to apply to business school, I faced a decision just like everyone else: choosing the right consultant. Knowing the significance of this choice, I reached out to friends in business schools and professionals from my dream schools on LinkedIn for recommendations. Almost unanimously, Rajdeep was touted as the best. It seemed like a no-brainer, so I contacted him. In the ensuing weeks, it became abundantly clear why Rajdeep is held in such high regard. For each school application, he broke down the essays into manageable, implementable frameworks, backed with practical examples. This approach demystified the whole application process. For each essay he pushed to be more nuanced, expressive or researched, creating a delta. Additionally, the mock Team-Based Discussions (TBDs) organized ...
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  • Goes Above & Beyond. Harvard ($120K Aid), Kellogg & Booth
    12 months ago
    I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. Hailing from a crowded pool of applicants (male healthcare) for my target schools, I was worried about differentiating myself from others. Rajdeep helped me focus on bringing out my best stories and making them shine. Few highlights I would call out include: The kick-off sessions for every section – resume, goals, each school’s essays, interviews provided invaluable frameworks for addressing each element. After each session, I felt like I understood what a good essay / resume would look like and common pitfalls to avoid. Alongside, I think the focus on thinking about my work and experiences with a big-picture, strategic lens, was critical to maximizing the impact of my storytelling and avoiding getting too caught up in technical ...
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  • Software Engineer, Wharton Admit
    12 months ago
    Before starting to work on my application, I reached out to 4 consultants. On expressing my preference of schools and future goals, everyone came in with an alternative vision except Admission Gateway. Rajdeep respected my school choices no matter how outlandish it sounded initially. I first came across Rajdeep’s success stories and unique process through Poets and Quants, but experiencing it first hand was totally different. Rajdeep has a very streamlined approach. The interactions regarding Goals and Resume were structured and broken down to provide utmost clarity. Coming from a technical background, I was habituated to use technical jargons, but after my sessions with Rajdeep I understood how to depict the strategic impact of my work rather than focus on the technical aspects. Besides an organized ...
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    Dipan Biswas
    MBA Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Structured & Personal Approach - Harvard ($$$ Aid), Wharton (40K), Booth (100K) & Kellogg
    12 months ago
    I had a really good experience working with Rajdeep. The structured approach to the steps of ideating on goals, resume, essays step-by-step was helpful in a process that can get overwhelming. Rajdeep’s approach of breaking down every aspect of the application process into easy steps helped us to gradually build up on pieces of the application. Discussions explaining how to outline our goals and think about life stories for the essays were useful starting points. His efforts in taking out additional time to review ‘final’ versions of my essays and suggest further minute changes were very helpful. We spent a lot of time discussing stories from my life in the initial days, which he referenced aptly later while guiding me to replace certain sections of ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Never Leaves Your Side! Wharton ($55k), Booth ($80k) & Kellogg
    12 months ago
    My friends at Harvard spoke very highly about Rajdeep’s personalized and direct approach. During my first call with Rajdeep, what stood out were his optimism, practical approach, straightforwardness, and utmost investment in my application process. Rajdeep’s structured and efficient approach, direct feedback, and resources helped me craft my resume and essays with fewer revisions. During our brainstorming sessions, he helped me string together different aspects of my personal and professional journey into impactful storylines, which were later used as building blocks for the essays of each school. He often steered me in the right direction. For instance, for long term goals, I was focusing on establishing a social-impact firm, but Rajdeep rightly convinced me of having a more practical goal of establishing a social pillar ...
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  • Great Inputs, $150,000 Full Ride At Ross
    12 months ago
    I reached out to Admissions Gateway through a friend who had gained admission to Kellogg with Rajdeep's guidance. I talked with 3-4 other consultants and after talking with Rajdeep and sharing my profile I got the confidence which I didn't get from others. And I am glad I made the right decision. What impressed me most about Rajdeep's style of coaching is that he tackles each problem/question differently. Every part of the application is important and that's what Rajdeep and his team imparted to me. I got to know more about myself, approaching essays and thinking strategically. The insights provided were helpful and his encouragement helped bring out the best in me. I have been offered admission at Ross with Full Dean Scholarship offers of $150K. ...
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    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • AdmittedDuke & Cornell With $110k In Scholarships
    12 months ago
    Admissions Gateway (AG) team and Rajdeep transformed not just my MBA application process, but my perspective on achieving my dreams. As a young entrepreneur dealing with the challenges of a growing business, finding someone who could understand and guide my unique journey was crucial. AG and Rajdeep were the ideal partners, providing unparalleled expertise, commitment, and a deep understanding of my goals. Rajdeep's dedication to comprehending my strengths, aspirations, and even my weaknesses led to a strategy that perfectly matched my ambitions. His valuable feedback on my essays, resume, and interview preparation was instrumental. His insights helped me create a powerful application that highlighted my unique qualities and potential, allowing me to confidently navigate the complexities of the MBA application process. Rajdeep’s webinars and examples ...
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  • Re-Applicant, Haas With $70,000 Scholarship
    12 months ago
    I had a difficult experience applying to schools all by myself and with the help of another consultant last year, where I was dinged by each of the seven schools I had applied to. I reached out to Admissions Gateway on the recommendation of a friend who had gained admission to Kellogg working with Rajdeep. At the time, I was talking to a few other consultants, Rajdeep stood with his structured methodology and clarity he portrayed while interacting. The discussions were a game changer and taught me not just how to build my essays and resume, but gave me a new perspective, a new way to think. This helped build a comprehensive application, and opened my eyes to thinking about the big picture. The result of this ...
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    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • UK Applicant With 10 Years Experience - IESE, Oxford & Cambridge Admits
    12 months ago
    I am based in the UK and chose to work with Admissions Gateway after talking to many admissions consultants. The reason is that the initial discussion with Rajdeep was detailed and gave me an idea of how the whole process would play out. For the next few months there were a series of interactions that set me up in the right perspective to start working on my resume, goals and essays. Rajdeep provided clear and actionable frameworks, backed with demonstrative examples. As I navigated the complexities of the application process, he played a pivotal role in shaping my thinking and overall strategy. I have a lot of experience, which I was able to present properly and mine for examples. Presenting a coherent narrative that resonated ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Seamless & Expert Guidance In Applications & Interview!
    12 months ago
    I reached out to Admissions Gateway through their website after reading about them on Poets and Quant. At the initial profile evaluation call, Rajdeep gave me a very clear picture of the strengths and weaknesses in my profile including what I needed to focus on in my applications and gaps that I need to be cognisant of. Rajdeep's style of coaching is very pragmatic. One example that stands out clearly is the Resume and Goals discussions where Rajdeep clearly breaks down the manner in which goals should be envisaged and provides clarity on structuring resumes in order to build a cohesive narrative. This proves to be particularly helpful as a starting point in your application process. Similarly, the interview frameworks and prep sessions were also helpful ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Full Scholarship ($150,000) At UNC Kenan-Flagler
    12 months ago
    I began my MBA application journey with Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway in July, after hearing about him through Poets&Quants. Rajdeep, resume advice was exceptional. He helped me look at my technology analyst role strategically and quantify the outcomes of my work. This put me in a better position to think through my professional experiences. His approach was thorough, focusing on every part of my application - from my resume to goals to essays and interview preparation. I learnt how to identify the skills I needed for my goals and then do the research to show how the school can help me. Similarly, I learned to rely on my past experiences and extrapolate them to contributions I can make to the school's community. Interview frameworks were invaluable, the ...
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    Class of 2026 Admit
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  • Kellogg Admit
    12 months ago
    I chose to collaborate with Admissions Gateway primarily because of the strong recommendations I received from numerous acquaintances who had previously worked with Rajdeep. Their consistently positive feedback and genuine gratitude towards Rajdeep for facilitating their admissions to their dream schools spoke volumes about his expertise. Throughout the Wharton, Harvard, and Booth application process, I extensively interacted with Rajdeep. Attending his informative webinars provided me with a comprehensive understanding of each college's distinct background. These sessions served as a foundational guide, outlining my approach for each application. My journey was not without its challenges, but Rajdeep was an unwavering pillar of support beyond the counseling aspect. During moments of uncertainty and discouragement, Rajdeep played a pivotal role, offering comfort and encouragement. In essence, Rajdeep's guidance was instrumental ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Accepted In Kellogg With $$$
    1 year ago
    I discovered Admissions Gateway through a colleague who had successfully gained admission to Wharton with Rajdeep's guidance. What impressed me most was Rajdeep's holistic approach. Unlike other consultants, he delved into not just my candidacy but also my personal interests and hobbies during our initial conversation. Rajdeep's candid feedback was eye-opening. He pushed me to aim higher, suggesting top-tier schools like Kellogg, which I hadn't considered. His deep understanding of my non-conventional social impact background and genuine encouragement instilled the confidence I needed. Throughout the process, Rajdeep's commitment was 100%. His regular sessions were not just informative but also encouraged open discussions and learning. Rajdeep was always accessible. He maintained impeccable quality standards, offering constructive feedback and logical solutions. The interview preparation, including mock interviews, proved invaluable in ...
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  • Reapplicant Success With INSEAD Admit
    1 year ago
    I first learned about Admissions Gateway through P&Q followed by first hand experience from a close friend. Being a reapplicant, I was particular about applying to top business schools. Rajdeep invested a substantial amount of thought into guiding me on my resume and essays, constantly pushing to refine this crucial aspect of the application. His constructive feedback served as a valuable reality check, making me fully aware of just how competitive MBA admissions truly are. Rajdeep approached the application process holistically, viewing the resume as the cornerstone from which everything else, including interview responses, recommendation letters, essays, school choices, and personal interests evolved. Rajdeep emphasized the importance of a well-structured application.The AG webinar series proved to be incredibly valuable, offering candid insights and aiding me ...
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    Class of 2023 Admit
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  • M7 Admit - Columbia With Scholarship
    1 year ago
    When I embarked on my MBA application journey with a GMAT score of 730 and a shorter work experience compared to some of my peers, I was unsure about setting my sights on the M7 schools That's when I connected with Admissions Gateway and Rajdeep pushed me to apply to Columbia, Kellogg and Duke. My counselor played a crucial role in alleviating all the doubts and uncertainties I had regarding the process, all without being overly demanding. He patiently assisted me in fine-tuning my essays, addressing my questions and uncertainties with care and expertise. The process wasn't easy, and I had moments of doubt. But Rajdeep's guidance and expertise helped me navigate the challenges. Together, we crafted an application that truly represented who I am ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Kellogg Admit! AG Has Been A Game Changer For My MBA Journey
    1 year ago
    Admissions Gateway has helped me a lot. Without the AG team, I wouldn't have been able to go through the MBA process. I applied to 5 schools and converted three of them - Kellogg, Fuqua and UCLA while being waitlisted at Wharton and Booth. Admissions Gateway was instrumental in every step of the application process, turning what initially seemed like a daunting journey into a smooth and successful experience. My counselor helped refine my resume, the cornerstone of my application. This set the stage for me to effectively showcase my candidacy. He helped me strategize my school choices, explaining the importance of a tailored approach. Applying to Kellogg in round one, as advised, made all the difference. AG provided extensive resources and feedback, ensuring I was well-prepared ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Great Guidance For GD & Interview Prep For Wharton
    1 year ago
    Rajdeep's specific and detailed inputs during the GD and interview preparation for Wharton were truly invaluable, enabling me to showcase my strengths effectively. He meticulously tailored his feedback, addressing my weaknesses and at the same time, bolstering my confidence. Moreover, his strategic approach to tackling the waitlist proved to be the game-changer, helping me secure a spot at the school. I am immensely grateful for his support, and his wealth of experience undoubtedly played a pivotal role in my successful admission to Wharton. Thank you, Rajdeep, for making my dreams a reality!
    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Admitted To Harvard! Amazing Experience & High Quality Interview Preparation
    1 year ago
    I consulted Rajdeep to prepare for the Harvard and Stanford interview process. Rajdeep has nailed the network of people who can really help in case of Stanford. He outlined what the interview would be like quite accurately. In the case of Harvard, his tips were extremely useful, from discussing who the interviewers were and what their interview style could be. This gave me a lot of comfort to prepare accordingly. The content of the interview was superb, Rajdeep executed it brilliantly, he gives you a very structured process to approach the interview. Outside of the interview prep, he was very approachable for any queries. Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend Admissions Gateway.
    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Great GD & Interview Preparation, Wharton Admit
    1 year ago
    I had the privilege of working with Rajdeep while I was preparing for my Harvard and Wharton interviews and his expertise, guidance, and unwavering support made a significant impact on my preparation. Rajdeep has been an exceptional mentor and guide. His wealth of knowledge, industry insights, and unwavering belief in my potential were truly inspiring. I cannot express enough gratitude for the support and encouragement I received from him! Rajdeep also worked with my significant other and he got into Wharton as well! If you are considering applying to MBA programs, Admissions Gateway is a great option. The expertise and personalized approach will empower you to present your best self and unlock your full potential!
    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Wharton GD Prep
    1 year ago
    I took interview and GD prep services from Rajdeep which ultimately resulted in an admission offer from Wharton. Rajdeep was very structured in his approach and provided well-thought and actionable feedback. This not only helped me to improve the quality of my answers, but also took the stress away from interview prep!
    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • INSEAD Admit With Scholarship
    2 years ago
    I took advice from Rajdeep for my MBA applications and found his guidance to be incredibly helpful. His advice on resume building and goal setting was the most valuable experiences I had. The resume building approach was impactful; it completely changed the way I thought about my resume and helped me to take it to the next level. Looking back, I realize that I would not have been able to achieve this on my own, and I am grateful to Rajdeep for providing such valuable insights. Rajdeep's advice on goal setting helped me articulate my aspirations in a detailed and meaningful way. I had a few ideas about my goals, but I wasn't sure how to communicate them effectively. Rajdeep's input gave me a framework for ...
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  • IVY League MBA Admit
    2 years ago
    Even though I was clear about which school I wanted to go to and what my goals were, I wanted to ensure that I leave no stone unturned, so I decided to work with Rajdeep. He was very clear about what the process was, how I needed to prepare myself and how to move forward. That really clicked with me. Rajdeep’s realistic philosophy of having dream schools, achievable schools and backup schools, drove me to make this list for myself, which really helped keep me grounded. He guided me with how to approach every situation, how to approach the essays, my interviews and every part of the application. That really calmed me down, gave me confidence and enhanced my applications because it isn’t just one ...
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    Class of 2016 Admit
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  • Rajdeep Goes Above & Beyond! Wharton Admit.
    2 years ago
    I came to Rajdeep for help with preparation after I received an interview invite from Wharton. He was super helpful. Admissions Gateway was a slam dunk choice because of their reputation, especially with helping people get into the top-5 business schools. The starting point in my GD prep was really low as everyone in the group was all over the place but the feedback was incredibly detailed and tailored on what and how we could have improved. By the third GD prep session with Rajdeep, everyone in the group was well prepared and he gave us feedback on how we could maximize our time among a group of six people who were all well prepared, as well as making our inputs more collaborative. All of this ...
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  • HBS Interview
    2 years ago
    If you are applying to a top 5 MBA program, Rajdeep is the person you should turn to. He possesses an extensive understanding of the admissions process and can guide you through it seamlessly. Rajdeep helped me prepare for my HBS interview and I found his knowledge of the flow and format of the interview, what the admissions committee is seeking, and how to craft answers that are both insightful and concise to be remarkably comprehensive and clear. He outlined the approaches of different Harvard interviewers and the method to prepare for the interview. We then did a video recorded mock interview with feedback. Furthermore, I was impressed by the customized, prompt, and well-organized support he provided me. Overall, I found him approachable and always ...
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  • Always Available & Very Good At Shaping Applications, Wharton & Kellogg Admit
    2 years ago
    During my consultant research across forums like Poets&Quants, GMATclub, etc., and by talking to others who had been through the admissions process last year, Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway came highly recommended. Finally, a referral by a friend at HBS who worked with him sealed my decision as I believed that Rajdeep would be able to help me put forth my best version. I wasn't very clear on the process steps and what would be required to apply. Rajdeep was extremely helpful in laying out the considerations and implications, along with helping me effectively shape my entire application. o Approach: Super helpful in providing clarity and implications of the choice of schools to apply to, decision tailored to my profile and goals. o Resume: Helped structure my resume ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • School Specific Advice! Harvard, Wharton & Kellogg Admits
    2 years ago
    I know a lot of people who worked with Rajdeep so I was confident when I approached him to help me get into my dream school, HBS. Since I knew I was working with the best consultant, a lot of my anxiety was taken away and I was confident that every part of my application was the best I could do with my profile. The best part of working with Rajdeep is that he knows what works for each school. This saved me a lot of energy because he helped me decide which of my stories would work for each school I was applying to. He also focused on showing how and why I went about things and not only my achievements. Since he has ...
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  • Great turnaround, re-applicant going to Kellogg
    2 years ago
    I took Rajdeep’s help for 4 M7 Schools and Resume Creation. I found that Rajdeep has perfected the application strategy for all schools and his advice gave me a clear path on how to shape my essays. After every session I perfectly knew how I had to approach my essays, what kind of stories I could write, what all attributes I wanted to display in those stories and how I should structure my essays. It gave me a lot of control of my own application and that really helped me pull out the best possible content out of my past, tailored to each school. Rajdeep's sessions enabled me to have very meaningful discussions and that enhanced the quality of my content a lot. Rajdeep's Resume webinar was ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • True Partner - Harvard & 3 More M7 Admits With $$
    2 years ago
    Multiple MBA applicants recommended Rajdeep as the consultant of choice. The word of mouth about Rajdeep’s success rate at the top-5 schools was exceptional, from people who worked with him, as well as people who didn’t work with him but had a positive opinion about his process. I wanted a consultant who had a precise vision of what a good application should look like and thus reduce my workload in trying to understand each school’s style and preference. People assured me that I would get that by working with Rajdeep and in hindsight that was correct! Working with Rajdeep, one can be assured of his unique insight required to create an exceptional application for each school. I was impressed by his ability to help me coherently ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Admits From Wharton, Kellogg, Columbia, $120K Offered
    2 years ago
    I was introduced to Rajdeep Chimni by colleagues who had secured M7 admits. On the first call, I knew that working with Rajdeep would give me the greatest odds of success in this competitive admissions cycle. I was worried that I started the process late (I reached out to Rajdeep in June for R1), but Rajdeep motivated me to start asap and believe in the strength of my application. He was the only consultant who told me to go bold and try Wharton in R1 itself – that gave me a significant confidence boost. We started by working on my resume and goals statement. Rajdeep helped me understand the nitty-gritty of structuring and framing key pillars of my work experience and different levels of impact ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Great Support Throughout, Columbia With $$$$
    2 years ago
    I connected with Rajdeep through the website in February as I started thinking about my MBA Applications. He first recommended a profile evaluation wherein he suggested how I would need to put my story on my resume and essays to weave the perfect application, explaining how certain aspects of my story need to be defined. He did multiple calls with me then until I was satisfied with how we are going to work together. We started with resume-building advice wherein he went in depth explaining how to put position my work experience. He discussed various approaches to framing experiences and impact. After that, we had regular sessions for all M7 schools, discussing how essays should be approached, how resources should be researched, and other key ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Highly Recommend: Comprehensive, Ambitious (Within Reason), & Detail Oriented
    2 years ago
    Friends of mine referred me to Rajdeep and I worked with him to apply to 3 top business schools. All my experience was entrepreneurial and his approach to the resume helped me re-think and really bring out the impact of my work. I got extensive help on my goals, the skills I required towards that end, and how to research the schools to explain how I would leverage resources to gain those skills. The help on the essays was detailed and Rajdeep helped me leverage my personal and professional experiences to articulate a compelling narrative. He even connected me to students to learn from their experiences. The process was one-on-one with no restrictions on talk time, but Rajdeep was careful not to spoon-feed essays and ...
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    Sushant Arora
    MBA Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Booth With $$$ & LBS Full Ride. Admit & 15x My Fee Back!
    2 years ago
    I applied to INSEAD, Booth, and London Business School and was offered admits to all three schools. I was also offered scholarships at all three schools, a full-ride worth about 110K £ at LBS, 35K € at INSEAD, and 60K $ at Booth. I will be attending LBS because of the full-ride, its strong alum base in India, and the flexibility of the program. Rajdeep’s inputs on resume building early on helped me to take stock of my experiences and showcase my impact. The goals advice was helpful in helping me figure out my path and I could extrapolate different approaches after that. The school-specific advice was a great starting point, giving me a direction to think and setting the tone of how to approach each ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Learnt New Skills & Gained Admission To HBS!
    2 years ago
    I got to know about Rajdeep from my colleague who gained admission to HBS last year. He had great feedback on working with Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway results were unmatched. The way Rajdeep approached every essay was great. While it followed a certain structure to get me thinking, I was also able to bring out my story and originality. Right from how to think about the resume to deciding goals; the way to approach these things has changed for me and this thought process will now stay with me forever. Coming to the essays Rajdeep helped me think through various stories, identify my strong points, and lay out a story that succinctly brought out my thought process over the years. I was fortunate to get all 4 ...
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    Class of 2025 Admit
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  • Admits From Wharton, INSEAD & Cornell - $40k Offered
    2 years ago
    I worked with Rajdeep at Admissions Gateway on applications to five of the eight schools that I applied to. He came highly recommended by colleagues at work and seniors from college and his impeccable track record convinced me to work with him. Getting a stellar GMAT score delayed my application process, so I was not able to work with Rajdeep on all my applications because he was full-up by the time I approached him. I worked with Rajdeep and the team and also paid for prep sessions and mocks with a number of other consultants for the rest of my applications. While I worked with multiple consultants simultaneously, what set Rajdeep apart is his rigorous process for improving applications. Rajdeep coached me for the Wharton interviews, spending ...
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    Riya Goel
    MBA Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Personal Attention; Wharton & INSEAD Admits
    2 years ago
    I chose to work with Admissions Gateway after many of my colleagues and friends recommended Rajdeep Chimni. Rajdeep and others advised that I retake the GMAT so I sat out R1 of applications and focused on improving my GMAT score. In R2, we applied to Wharton, Kellogg, and INSEAD. Rajdeep and I did multiple rounds of questions sessions that taught me the value of self-reflection and made me ask myself questions that seemed obvious but I had never thought of before. He helped me a lot with introspection and defining & building my story for the applications. I really liked working with Rajdeep because he takes the application process personally and he put a lot of care and effort into each application. You may be panicking but ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Rajdeep Is A CPG Expert; HBS With $100K+ Assistance
    2 years ago
    I decided to work with Rajdeep as three close friends from Unilever recommended Admissions Gateway after getting into Harvard. The word of mouth was so strong that I didn’t speak with or even consider other consultants. Rajdeep helped me choose my stories, develop them and give them form, context, and structure. Over multiple iterations, we tuned my essays and Rajdeep has a high bar for what qualifies as a good essay. Rajdeep helped me with interview preparation both for the Wharton TBD as well as the Harvard interview. We had video interviews with question by question feedback that made me feel confident. His attention to detail and simulation of an HBS interview is great. Overall, working with Rajdeep was everything that I had hoped for and the result ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Great Availability & Harvard Specific Advice, Harvard With $$$$ Aid
    2 years ago
    Before meeting Rajdeep, my resume was 3 pages long and I had cited every possible thing I did. Rajdeep shared what schools exactly look for – this helped me refine each bullet point on my resume in a particular format. We even went as far as picking the right words for the achievements! I was impressed by how patiently Rajdeep heard my past experiences when it came to goal thinking. While I was clear on what I wanted to do, Rajdeep helped me refine and narrow it down to very specific, achievable yet ambitious long-term and short-term goals. I really loved Rajdeep’s approach of having webinars and citing previous examples that helped me understand what each school was looking for. It allowed me to cater my application ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Cares About People, Helped With Schools Beyond The Package - LBS (30k £)
    3 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from Poets&Quants and he was also recommended by college seniors who had worked with him. I spoke to multiple counselors and chose Rajdeep due to his clarity. I was impressed by his insights during our call and his experience working with clients from a healthcare background. Rajdeep’s approach was structured. What I liked about his approach was the fact that he utilized synergies among the essays of different schools to minimize the work involved while also leaving adequate time for research. I also appreciated the detailed brainstorming calls at the beginning, which allowed me to think my story through and better articulate my career goals. Rajdeep has no limits when it comes to time spent interacting with each client. In the case of ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Feedback that made the difference. Wharton TBD & Interview prep. Admit ($$$)
    3 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from colleagues who secured admits in R1. On the first call I was convinced that he is my best bet for interviews and the Wharton TBD preparation. Prep for Team Based Discussions with Rajdeep deserves a special mention. Rajdeep hosts a detailed workshop on the mechanics of a TBD. There are discussions around the framework of TBD, the roles one can take, scenarios one can encounter, and the final presentation of the TBD. He then helps you with your pitch and walks you through scenarios that could occur. Then he conducts mock TBD sessions and provides both individual and group feedback. I was impressed with the detailed feedback for the participants. He tells you what you need to do and what you need ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Phenomenal Experience, Wharton With $100,000
    3 years ago
    A lot of b-school admits over the last two years mentioned Rajdeep’s track record of helping a ton of people from Consulting + VC. My experience of working with Rajdeep was phenomenal. He added a lot of value to my thought process and essay drafts, due to which I could submit my applications as a more confident candidate. Of the consultants that I evaluated, Rajdeep stood out from the initial call. He spent time with me to understand my journey. I knew that I had to sign up with him when he summarized my journey much better than I had communicated to him. After joining, I was amazed to see how he had a crafted approach for each step of the process. For instance, his frameworks on ...
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  • Clear Why Rajdeep Is The Best In The Business, Kellogg & Wharton $$
    3 years ago
    All my friends worked with Rajdeep and attended top-5 schools so I reached out to him as he came highly recommended. Right from the go, it was clear to me why he’s considered the best in the business. His nuanced inputs helped me transform my incoherent resume into a compelling narrative that could vividly replay my journey even with a cursory glance. While crafting essays, I was astounded by the effectiveness of the framework that Rajdeep provides for initial brainstorming. When we would get on a call to discuss the contents of the essay, I would feel like he had a super processor in his brain that enabled him to piece together my disparate experiences into a powerful story, one that always existed but I had ...
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    Class of 2024 Admit
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  • Beyond The Great Results, Rajdeep Is A Downright Nice Guy. Wharton$$
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep was a godsend at a point in time when I was doing a lot of things on my own for my applications. I had heard that he was good but his first interaction just blew me away. From understanding what a TBD is, I walked away knowing how to think about my pitch, draft my pitch, the structure for TBD, and handle practically every scenario that may occur in the TBD. In addition to Rajdeep's crystal clear thought process, I loved how Rajdeep was always available 24*7 and replied very promptly on WhatsApp. This was a big factor for me and put me at ease knowing that I can always count on him replying in time. Rajdeep helped me through multiple iterations of my draft ...
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  • Takes A Deep Interest In Candidates - HBS ($60K Aid) & Booth ($80K)
    3 years ago
    My Initial call with Rajdeep was helpful in setting expectations; the process was clearly laid out with actionable steps – for a blue sky process like an MBA application, the structure helped. Moreover, he had a great experience with candidates from investing backgrounds. Rajdeep takes a deep interest in his candidates and that shows – from the goal thinking exercise to probing into various aspects of life to understand the core motivation for an MBA was useful not just for the process but also for life in general. His approach is structured and helps one think through all aspects (personal life, early education, impact at work) deeply to arrive at a personal essay that depicts one’s best self. Rajdeep is one of the few counselors that really ...
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    Class of 2022 Admit
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  • Feels Like Working With A Close Friend, HBS & Wharton Admits
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep has a strong reputation and experience in working with PE candidates. So many of my colleagues at Harvard and Wharton recommended him. Working with Rajdeep always felt like working with a close friend/mentor, someone who knew me on a personal level. His vast experience along with his genuine intent made the difficult self-introspection process an enjoyable experience. Rajdeep pushed me constantly to bring out the best. A week before the HBS deadline, all set to upload my essay, Rajdeep called me late in the night and said, “I was going through your essay again. I really like it but I think we can rework the last section and make it better.” The re-worked output came out much better. Rajdeep takes that extra step, be it with ...
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  • Non-Traditional Candidate, Gained Admission To Kellogg!
    3 years ago
    I read about Rajdeep on Poets&Quants and heard good things about him from friends who applied before me. My story was not clear when I began applying. I applied to a few schools in round 1 without a counselor and could not convey a complete picture of myself in my applications. Rajdeep’s clarity on what to convey and how to tell your story left me spellbound. We got on multiple calls to clear my head and come up with a good story that depicts all the important aspects of my life. Considering my very non-traditional background, Rajdeep’s guidance helped in framing my work aspects in a way that can be appreciated by the admissions committee. Rajdeep has been quite approachable. It never took me more than ...
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  • In-depth approach to Wharton TBD and interview. Wharton admit with $$$
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep has a structured approach to Wharton's interview preparation which works fantastically, since Wharton's interview is a very unique Team-Based Group Discussion (TBD) format followed by a shorter 1:1 interview. I was convinced I wanted to work with him on the interview preparation right after our first call, where he was able to break down for me how Wharton evaluates a candidate during an interview, why the School has a differentiated interview format, and what are the various roles one can assume during a TBD. He then provided a very elaborate workshop on the workings of a group discussion and provided guidance on how to structure the discussion, build on people's points and move the discussion forward in a way that helps the group reach ...
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  • HWKB (4/4) Interviews, Attending Wharton
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep was extremely frank in our first conversion – he did not sugar-coat anything – and that was very important for strong applications later. Moreover, he has a stellar track record with PE/VC individuals applying to the top-5. B-School applications are a roller-coaster ride and I am glad that I had Rajdeep’s support. He worked with me right from school selection strategy. He did not shy away from making a tough decision to defer Stanford applications to round 2 as it would give me more time to craft stronger applications for the other 4 schools. Moreover, he was extremely available throughout the process and this was critical as I had a hectic job schedule. For resume construction, goal structuring and essay storytelling, Rajdeep’s experience with candidates having ...
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  • Helped Me Beyond The Package I Took; Booth & Sloan Admits
    3 years ago
    I found Rajdeep’s reviews on Poets&Quants and other websites. On an introductory call, he laid out the end-to-end process. As someone who wasn’t very clear on their story, the thoroughness of his approach (starting from the resume and brainstorming) gave me confidence. Further, I read that Rajdeep is meticulous about having as many calls as needed to get the application right, unlike other counselors who charge by the hour/per meeting. I felt I needed that hands-on approach. Coming in, I was unclear about my story – Rajdeep spent weeks with me to run through my experiences and help me come up with a winning story. We had bi-weekly calls to detail 7-8 ideas, but he stayed patient and took as much time as needed to find one ...
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  • Unequivocally The Best Consultant Around - Harvard Admit
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep really knows his stuff! He helps the candidate sculpt their application and bring out the absolute best from their story for BSchools to see. His understanding of what really is the purpose of each essay and what the school is really looking for translates into how he brainstorms and structures the essays with the candidates. Even when sometimes, I was not sure about a specific thing, I had been told "Blindly trust Rajdeep, he knows what he is saying" and having followed that throughout the application process, I can unequivocally say I agree and my recommendation to anyone is - go with Rajdeep and trust him blindly :)
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  • Highly Recommended For PE Applicants, Harvard & CBS Admit (Reapplicant)
    3 years ago
    The MD at my PE firm mentioned Rajdeep’s reputation of being a very strong advisor throughout the application process. Rajdeep had also helped another colleague gain admission to Wharton. I was a reapplicant and had applied to Harvard, Wharton and Columbia before with another counselor. Given my MD's recommendation this year I worked with Rajdeep. I enjoyed the experience of working with Rajdeep and deeply valued his inputs throughout the process. He has a methodical and structured approach to each aspect of the application process and his experience of working with candidates sharing a similar background shone through when he advised me on my resume and essays. He has an honest and efficient approach right from school selection to discussing goals and deciding key aspects of an ...
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  • Most In-Depth Approach To Applications. Kellogg & 2 More Admits
    3 years ago
    Colleagues at my consulting firm introduced me to Rajdeep. Working with him made my MBA application process worth enjoying. While the perception around the apps phase is that of stress, Rajdeep structured the process in a seamless manner through his years of knowledge. Further, he ensures an intricate level of detail towards each candidate’s individual story, strengths, and aspirations. Rajdeep provides significant upfront direction and guidance through one-to-one calls and frameworks. Getting these guardrails upfront allowed me to create initial outlines and structure my thoughts. Post-that, over multiple reviews on call and email, Rajdeep would enable you to take each part of the application to perfection. He himself maintains a high expectation of quality which ensures that you commit to an abundant level of introspection and ...
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  • Affable Approach Simplifies The Daunting Process. Kellogg ($$$$), Booth ($) & Wharton
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep has helped multiple friends who are attending M7 schools so his track record speaks for itself. We started with my resume, and he helped me look at it from an MBA applications lens. Our goals discussion was quite eye-opening because applicants sometimes are too close to their story to objectively assess how various aspects tie together. Rajdeep has a structured approach to essays, which allows you to craft a first draft. Post this, the real value lies in the brainstorming and discussions where he critically evaluates your story, asks probing questions, and hones in on the "why", “how”, and “where does this lead”. He brings a very objective lens and doesn't shy away from digging deep into your story and questioning preconceived notions. The essays require ...
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  • Invested In My Success, Kellogg Admit
    3 years ago
    I read about Rajdeep on P&Q! His strong track record and the approach he shared during our initial conversation stood out. Rajdeep’s initial approach was well structured and clearly tried and tested, which gave a sense of confidence. This encompassed the entire resume-building process and goals thinking. We spent several weeks iterating on the resume, but it became clear how useful this is when we started thinking about goals and the essays. Through the resume he formed a clear grasp on the most compelling story, making the essays a much more targeted process. With the essays, he gave room for personal creativity while providing advice on how to make the end product targeted based on what the schools like to see. He pushed me several times when ...
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  • Very Accessible & Involved. Booth ($50k) & Wharton ($160k+)
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep was strongly recommended by multiple friends at Harvard and Wharton, and it was a fantastic experience working with him. The first conversation in March where he evaluated my profile and advised on elements to focus on over the next 3-4 months was very helpful, and helped develop a great resume. Next, the process of thinking about goals and cultivating ideas for essays was very involved, where Rajdeep spent incredible efforts to dissect each idea, often combining elements from multiple thought streams to finally help develop a great structure that made the eventual essay writing process fairly easy and quick. Throughout the writing stage, what was also very useful was the material Rajdeep shared for each output, which helped expand avenues in terms of how I would ...
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  • True Partner Through The Process. Kellogg & LBS Admits!
    3 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep through multiple sources – a google search threw up Rajdeep as the number 1 Admissions Consultant globally. Also, peers who had worked with him gave glowing reviews. Apart from the amazing reviews, my first conversation with Rajdeep made all the difference. I had lined up conversations with top admissions consultants (also rated highly on P&Q), but as I spoke to Rajdeep – I could notice a clear difference in approach and a candid demeanor. Rajdeep focussed on helping me from the get-go and not on “selling” like most of the other consultants. I liked the fact that he was understated and he let his results speak for him. The highlight of the process with Rajdeep was the fact that he pushed me to ...
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  • US Reapplicant - 6 Dings To Wharton & Booth Admit
    3 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep through positive reviews on Poets&Quants. I specifically chose Rajdeep because he had experience as a reapplicant and he had a background in technology, so he was able to understand my background and goals. Rajdeep and I started talking after I was waitlisted at Booth in 2020-2021. He offered to help me navigate the waitlist, including updating my resume and sending updates. Although I did not get into Booth, I had such a great experience working with Rajdeep that I signed on for a full package this year. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. I came from a technical background, and I did not know how to write an MBA resume highlighting my accomplishments. Rajdeep asked me the right questions to ...
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  • Applied To Harvard, Wharton, Kellogg & Booth - Gained Admission To All!
    3 years ago
    I was referred to Rajdeep by students at Harvard and Wharton, and was sure that he would provide the best advice for the MBA application journey. I applied to 4 of the top 5 schools and got admits from all of them because of Rajdeep’s valuable insights on each step of the process – right from resume building to interview preparation. He pushed me to think deeper for each essay and helped me improve my story-telling skills. He is highly approachable and provided guidance till I was happy with my story; unlike a lot of top consultants who give limited hours of consultation. Rajdeep helped me prepare for my interviews in a short span of time and even set up mock interviews with other applicants. Another great thing ...
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  • Boils The Ocean For You. Harvard Admit!
    3 years ago
    I was referred by a Harvard alumna and also received excellent reviews from everyone we spoke with. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep at Admissions Gateway. Approach to Application: The Admissions Gateway framework of b-school application is a simple one that reads – “Everything it takes.” Rajdeep will cover every aspect from planning, to school selection, to essay brainstorming, to CV, and even online forms. Very few, if any, of the consultants do this. It is difficult to get Rajdeep as your consultant but once you do, rest assured he will boil the ocean to make things happen. Given that I work in Private Equity I was swamped at work but Rajdeep would set short timelines which were critical in ensuring progress. He adheres to ...
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  • Proactive & Super Helpful, Columbia $$
    3 years ago
    I spent a lot of time evaluating multiple MBA consultants globally before zoning in on Rajdeep. Rajdeep’s unique ability to connect with my background and offer nuanced insights into how to think through my story as well as life goals were commendable. Rajdeep not only ensured that my essays shine at the surface but also went one level deeper pushing me to think & identify my own blind spots logically. When it came to interviews, I remember how proactively Rajdeep helped me think through the various aspects of interview storytelling. He was also super helpful in leveraging his own network of B-school students to help me engage with alumni of various schools to prepare for interviews better. Lastly, Rajdeep was that constant source of encouragement & ...
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  • Great Resume & Interview Preparation Insight, Wharton With $$
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep has tremendous experience in M7 b-school applications, and it was highly evident during our resume review and interview prep sessions. Rajdeep helped me make a strong resume that showcased my work experience.Reviewing my mock TBD performance, Rajdeep not only highlighted my points of improvement but also accentuated my strong areas. His advice helped me play to my strengths, and overcome the weaknesses via which I was able to secure admission to my top choice b-school with scholarship. Rajdeep has great school specific insights, and I'd recommend him to anyone aiming to get into the M7.
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  • Great Experience, Kellogg & Columbia Admit
    3 years ago
    Rajdeep’s approach to tailoring the resume for the applications was the first time his skill and experience really impressed me – I would have never thought to present my work experience in such a strategic light. And beyond just the applications, that process really helped me think about my career and future goals from a more strategic perspective. He was very patient and worked through numerous drafts with me till we hit the right output. Throughout the rest of the application journey, Rajdeep constantly provided top-notch guidance - I really appreciated his frameworks for the essays which enabled me to highlight my best accomplishments, qualities, experiences in a succinct and persuasive manner. His sharp insights on the key nuances for the different schools were also really ...
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  • Admission To HSW With ~$270k Scholarship
    4 years ago
    Harvard and Wharton alumni from manufacturing and CPG backgrounds referred me to Rajdeep. I joined him as he was confident of my chances at the top schools. Rajdeep really changed the way I looked at and thought about my work/profile, and elevated the quality of content on my resume. We then worked on my story. It was a very structured approach to shaping my past, present and future in a way that truly represented my story, emotions and achievements. The best part about working with Rajdeep was the attention to detail and cogency that he brought to my essays. I received patient, personal guidance at every stage of my application For the interviews, I have never felt more ready than I did with the way ...
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  • Working With Rajdeep Is A No-Brainer, W ($$) & K($$)
    4 years ago
    Working with Rajdeep is a no-brainer. He’s the best admissions consultant out there who is approachable, dependable and results-oriented. From the first discussion, his value-add to the process was crystal clear. Firstly, Rajdeep offers a customized and comprehensive strategy that helps you manage every step of the process – from school selection, overall pitch, resume writing, interview prep, etc. He sets clear deadlines which is helpful in managing the long process. Secondly, Rajdpeep is a thought-partner throughout the process. He pushes you to go beyond the surface and connect the dots of your personal, professional, academic experiences into a coherent narrative. Rajdeep also doesn’t believe in “counting drafts” – he’ll keep working with you on an essay till it captures your narrative – even if that’s 5+ ...
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  • Wharton Ding (2020) To Wharton $$$ (2021)
    4 years ago
    Working with Rajdeep was a great experience! He imbibed a certain way of thinking critically to bring out the best in your profile which not only helped in the MBA application process but is something I’ll be using for years to come when I’m writing cover letters and resumes. He started by critiquing my essays from last year, helping me realize critical gaps and then working with me on potentially addressing those gaps. With the gaps identified, when we got to work, his approach for each aspect of the application was phenomenal. Be it ensuring that each word on your resume had strategic significance (instead of sounding operational “I did this, I did that…etc.) to pushing me to think about what my goal in life is ...
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  • Sets High Bar For Essays, Kellogg & Wharton ($$)
    4 years ago
    Many colleagues working in development consulting had worked with Rajdeep and they referred me to him. The biggest takeaway for me from the process was learning the art of communicating and writing good essays. Rajdeep had a very high bar of quality for essays and pushed me hard to persevere till I met that bar. He is straightforward and will keep making you iterate even after multiple iterations if the essay is still sub-optimal. Looking back, he pushed me to dig deep, put in the extra efforts and write essays which truly made a difference in my application process. Being a consultant myself, I understand the fine line between supporting the client and making him dependent on you, and Rajdeep, with his soft and hard touches, really ...
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  • Switched To Rajdeep In R2, R1 - 0 Interviews, R2 - 2 Admits!
    4 years ago
    I had a remarkable experience. I had applied to 4 M7 schools in R1, and received interviews from none. I applied to 4 schools in R2, and got interviews from all, 2 admits and 2 waitlists. When I look back to my R1 applications and essays – the difference is stark! What was most amazing was that I approached Rajdeep late, and only had over a month to complete four applications. He helped me anchor the process, focus on what’s essential, and submit high-quality apps, including a completely revamped resume, goals, and essays. I always felt like I was Rajdeep's only client – that’s how well he knew my stories and circumstances. In fact, I was going through a difficult period on the job front ...
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  • True Collaborator (Not Just A Consultant); HBS ($100K Aid) & Kellogg
    4 years ago
    Rajdeep is an exceptional counselor who invests in his clients and is there for them through every step of the process—from crafting your ‘story’ to helping push out a post-interview reflection in 24 hours. Rajdeep’s strategic approach, his clear and direct feedback, and his constant encouragement to dig deep and highlight the values behind my decisions were instrumental in helping me get into my dream school—HBS! Having worked in consulting, I wanted a counselor who could engage deeply in brainstorming upfront. Rajdeep spent a significant amount of time discussing my ‘story’ and the pros and cons of positioning my experiences in different ways. He pushed me to think deeply about my experiences, how they had impacted others, and to identify the values that had led me ...
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  • Helps You 'Till You Hit Submit, Wharton ($$), Kellogg ($$$)
    4 years ago
    I was aware of Rajdeep’s high success rates anecdotally as well as on through research (P&Q etc.). That gave me confidence. Initial conversations were very insightful. As compared to other consultants that I spoke to, Rajdeep seemed a lot more knowledgeable and had a refreshing clear, and upfront approach. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. I would wholeheartedly and 100% recommend him to anyone hoping to get into their dream schools. From the get-go, I could tell that Rajdeep was very knowledgeable about the schools I was applying to. But what I appreciated about his approach was how he was able to customize the support was to my context. I had a non-traditional profile (social impact consulting) and was also starting the application later ...
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  • Brings Structure & Clarity. Harvard ($$$ FinAid), Booth ($$) & Kellogg
    4 years ago
    I had heard very good things about Rajdeep and joined because I felt confident that I would get the right guidance to target an M7 school. Rajdeep was honest and upfront during the school selection and guided me to include a selection of schools in the M7. He kept track of the timeline and was always available. However, the one thing that helped me most was the structure that Rajdeep provided – right from resume building to goals and essay writing. My earlier resume was focused on my professional experience but Rajdeep’s inputs brought balance to it. Rajdeep helped me identify and fill the gaps, thus creating a more complete and well-balanced resume. I was confused about my post-MBA goals when we started this exercise. Breaking down the ...
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  • Genuinely Wants The Best For You. H($$$ Aid), W($$), K & B
    4 years ago
    I was referred by two Harvard admits and joined Rajdeep because of his depth of experience with healthcare candidates. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. It was clear that he genuinely wanted the best for me, and was completely invested in my journey spending as much time and as many iterations as required, which really helped me to put forward the best possible application. I remember that I made some changes to my resume just a few hours before the HBS deadline, and he went through the entire document at short notice to ensure that everything was in order - even catching a couple of mistakes in the process! Rajdeep’s honest and to-the-point feedback and hands-on approach really stands out. Approach: Honest and direct feedback, ...
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  • Cares Deeply About His Clients, Booth $$$
    4 years ago
    I was very busy with work and knew I required a counselor to help me with the MBA admissions process. I did some research and saw that Rajdeep had amazing reviews so I gave him a call. A year ago, I would not have dreamed of getting into Booth with a large scholarship. Rajdeep was my backbone during the admissions process and helped me navigate the ups and downs with his straightforward (sometimes even blunt) approach. I spoke to several consultants before deciding on Rajdeep, but what made me trust him as a coach was his honesty. Rajdeep does not sugarcoat things and is direct regarding everything from school choice to essays. His no-nonsense approach helped me take an honest look at myself as a ...
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  • Outcome Driven Approach, Wharton ($$) And Columbia!
    4 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from Poets&Quants and then found colleagues at HSW who had worked with him. He has a very outcome-driven focused approach. The resume approach was robust, it might feel like standardized inputs in the beginning yet the process brings out the best in one's work eventually. The goal's thinking was realistic and logic-driven. While Rajdeep would never settle for a goal/story that does not make sense, you'd have to push yourself to bring out your best stories. We discussed stories and essay content and Rajdeep helped structure, weave the pieces into a theme, and most importantly pushed me to stick to timelines. The interview preparation was best-in-class, with a detailed set of questions and multiple practice rounds. Rajdeep was always available at agreed timeslots through ...
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  • Round The Clock Support, Wharton ($$) And Kellogg
    4 years ago
    Three colleagues at HBS had worked with Rajdeep so I was aware of his success rate to the top-5 b-schools. While I was confident I had the profile to be considered by some of the top schools, I lacked good storytelling skills. It became clear to me how Rajdeep could add value on the very first call where we discussed my resume and he helped outline some errors in the way my resume was presented and instead gave me a framework to present the same points. Rajdeep helped me reflect on my journey and crystallize my thoughts as I embarked on an introspective MBA application process. His focus on specifics and details helped me clearly articulate my goals which are foundational to all applications. The most pleasant ...
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  • Sticks By You Even When The Going Gets Tough, Wharton ($$$)
    4 years ago
    Rajdeep had been the counselor for nearly every candidate from a leading healthcare company I worked at. His record spoke for itself. I consulted 10+ of his clients and received an unequivocal endorsement. 2020-21 has been one of the most competitive admissions seasons owing to a high number of deferrals last year. Owing to COVID, I had to endure the unpredictability around GMAT appointments and cancellations. Understandably, I was anxious about the process. Rajdeep broke down the process into manageable components, put rough timelines, discussed logistics, and gave an honest assessment of my candidacy. Rajdeep brings a deep understanding of the business school process. During school selection, he gave me objective feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of my profiles. While I was unsure about my chances ...
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  • Helps You Think Deeper And Self-Reflect, Wharton $$
    4 years ago
    I have a background in management consulting and social impact and when I started on my applications, I didn’t know how would I bring together all the different pieces that I felt strongly about. What I liked about working with Rajdeep was the way he forced me to think deeper, self-reflect, or even start afresh and re-examine an idea. This allowed me to introspect and even defend for myself why I wanted to do something and why it really mattered to me, which helped me get greater clarity on my future goals. Having a structured approach to addressing each section of the application is a plus point as it helps avoid pitfalls and produce high-quality output. As someone who is reticent about tom-tomming my own achievements, ...
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  • Re-Applicant Admitted With $$, Resume And Interview Prep Service
    4 years ago
    After applying to some MBA programs by myself in 2019 and not getting any admit, I decided to seek counsel from a well-seasoned and reputable admissions consultant. I am based in the US and found out about Rajdeep after looking through the recommendations for highly-rated MBA admissions consultants by Poets and Quants. Moreover, I attended an online MBA event where he was a panelist and liked his realism. He did not try to sell his brand to the prospective students at any point. Rather, he focused on breaking down the admissions process into actionable items for the attendees. For my case, I got the best service for interview preparation and resume re-construction. Rajdeep’s approach to simplifying the process by dividing it into smaller steps and ...
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  • Helps Bring Out Your Best, HBS, Wharton And Kellogg $$$
    4 years ago
    Friends attending Harvard referred me to Rajdeep. I appreciated his straightforward approach throughout the process from laying out expectations of each application, shaping stories to interview preparation. During resume creation, Rajdeep helped me think of a structured way to represent my experience and highlight key professional and extra-curricular aspects. We spent a good amount of time brainstorming on my goals and how my past experience could link to my aspirations, which translated into well thought out goals. I received immense clarity by discussing my numerous essay drafts with Rajdeep. His insights on building a story around a theme and identifying relevant experiences helped me strengthen my essays. Lastly, multiple mock interviews were helpful in understanding areas of improvement. The bottom line is that constant push ...
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  • Best Consultant Ever - Makes Application Process Enjoyable & Less Stressful | HBS, Booth ($$), Kellogg Admit
    4 years ago
    Best consultant ever - Makes application process enjoyable and less stressful | HBS, Booth ($$), Kellogg admit! I worked with an international consultant in R1 and with Rajdeep (Admission Gateway) in R2 - My experience with Rajdeep was a league apart! Converted HBS, Kellogg, and Booth, and what’s more, I truly enjoyed the application process. There is no one who is better at this than him. His advice was extremely customized to my profile and he was deeply invested in the process. I remember having late-night, early-morning, weekend calls when the deadlines were close or when I had my Kellogg interview with less than 4 days to prepare – Rajdeep was always there. Even when on a holiday, he would instantly reply to my panicky texts ...
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  • Will Always Be Grateful For All The Support
    4 years ago
    I read about Admissions Gateway on Poets&Quants and then heard about Rajdeep from a colleague at work. He validated my thought process with respect to messaging Rajdeep. A contributing factor was the success stories I heard of. No matter who I spoke to would mention Rajdeep and how if I had to work with an admissions consultant, it had to be him. I started late in the year with 30-40 days for 4 applications. Rajdeep agreed to help out and set a clear strategy. His advice on managing my recommendation process first as it requires a third party’s time ensured that I was left with things I had control of as deadlines approached. For the resume, the way Rajdeep used examples to explain to me how to ...
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  • 10/10 For Approach & Availability, HSWK Interviews & Kellogg Admit
    4 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep from students at Harvard and Admissions Gateway had the strongest and most transparent track record. Excellent experience overall - Rajdeep increased the bar on my application. The wow moment started with the resume-making session, where I was exposed to a completely different way of thinking in terms of pillars which made my resume naturally impactful and helped me play on the front foot. As someone who grew up in metro cities and belonged to one of the most competitive applicant pools, I found it hard to think about “my unique story”. However, Rajdeep with his time-tested frameworks and mental models gave me many angles to think from through which I was able to parse out a unique and powerful story and landed an ...
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  • Brilliant In Fleshing Out Experiences, HBS Admit
    4 years ago
    I was referred by friends who had gained admission to Harvard and Wharton. Rajdeep had great word of mouth and impressive results to back it up. The most important value add that Rajdeep brought to the table was his ability to transform ordinary-looking examples for the essays into flowing stories. The way in which he helps bring out the X factor by crisply communicating all the relevant points while adhering to the word limits for each essay is awe-inspiring! With the experience of preparing students for M7 schools for the past decade, Rajdeep did a brilliant job at helping me prioritize/prepare for a repository of interview questions (based on the school) that helped pave the path for me to dedicate my time to the right set of ...
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  • Improves Essays Even When You Think They Are Good
    4 years ago
    Rajdeep improves essays even when you think they are good. Booth, Kellogg & INSEAD admits! I am based out of Singapore and reached out to Rajdeep for a conversation. The main reason I chose to work with him was his candid and pragmatic approach. From our very first conversation, Rajdeep put me at ease by structuring the entire process. Despite working in a different time zone, I had no trouble coordinating with him. The entire approach is well thought out with the output of each step naturally forming a foundation for the next. Starting with the resume, from implementing the STAR format to helping me think multiple levels deeper, Rajdeep was instrumental in helping me understand my own trajectory better and communicate my achievements and impact in ...
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  • Endless Process Made Manageable
    4 years ago
    Endless process made manageable by counseling, quips, and jokes. Booth ($$), Kellogg ($$$), LBS and Stanford+ Wharton (current waitlists) Who hasn’t heard of Rajdeep in the MBA world! :P You must talk to him once to get his perspective. During the profile evaluation, no other consultant had the depth of knowledge that Rajdeep offered and the admissions record speaks for itself. Rajdeep is the top gun of admissions consulting – his approach is immaculate, highly personalized, and extremely effective. The endless admissions process was made manageable not just by his admissions consulting but also his counseling, quips, and jokes. Resume making is his USP and will pay royalties throughout my life. From the succinct yet impactful STAR format examples that highlight the best parts of your work experience ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Not Just An MBA Consultant But A Good Friend, HBS And Wharton ($$$)
    4 years ago
    My colleagues had worked with Rajdeep and gained acceptance to Harvard and Stanford. Rajdeep had a superior track record and strong referrals. I had a great experience with Rajdeep. He is a very strategic person, has a strong understanding of what the colleges look for, and ensures that candidates’ impactful stories come forward through the different aspects of the application – essay, resume, and LORs. I was guided through all the critical steps – resume making (~2 weeks iterative process), goal mapping (helped in forming the structure of the essays), the best way to approach recommendations, and finally interview mock preparation. The process and timelines were structured and that helped me balance the hectic work hours of the VC world and the requirements of ...
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  • Great Clarity And Approach, HBS $$$ Aid And Kellogg Full Scholarship
    4 years ago
    I had heard great things about Rajdeep - This was a ‘single-sourced procurement’ for me – I had a chat with Rajdeep and we seemed to be aligned on– Schools/Approach/Financial Terms – so it was a quick step. From our first interaction, I had clarity of how we can make the best use of time, based on general and school-specific requirements. I enjoy working with people who have a good command over process aspects, and in that regard, I found the experience flawless. I had full visibility over timelines, and if there were any delays, they were always at my end, which Rajdeep was more than happy to accommodate Rajdeep invests a lot of time on the Resume – Selecting the right points and bringing them to ...
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  • Brilliant Story Shaping & Articulation, Kellogg $$$ & Wharton $$
    4 years ago
    A Stanford MBA referred me to Rajdeep and he had a great track record and experience of working with candidates with development profiles. Overall, I had a great experience! It took us some time to understand each other’s working style but after that, it was extremely smooth. What stood out to me is the way Rajdeep helped me figure out my goals and craft an entire life story. Essay and storytelling are definitely Rajdeep's biggest strengths. I could effortlessly tell my stories in the essays. Moreover, he had a structure for approaching each essay and that made the process sharp. My whole resume was made outcome-oriented. This made it so much more impactful. Also, the sequencing of points to keep them aligned to my goals was ...
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  • Super Helpful, Booth And Kellogg Admits!
    4 years ago
    Rajdeep helped me throughout the admission process. He spent a lot of time helping me figure out my story. He connected me to people who were working in a field that matched my long-term career aspirations - these conversations really helped me refine my story. The first step in the preparation process was to build my resume. My existing resume read like a job description. Rajdeep introduced me to the STAR format and helped me to think through the impact of my work. We had several iterations that really helped me communicate my career progression in an impactful way. Since I was new to writing application essays, Rajdeep brainstormed and shared instructive material that helped me understand how to build my story. He encouraged me to ...
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    Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Did Not Settle For Good & Drove Me To Give My Best - HBS & Wharton Admits
    4 years ago
    I heard positive feedback on Rajdeep from multiple people. I spoke to a number of students to learn about their experience with B-School consultants. Those who worked with US consultants mentioned that it would be quite tough for them to stay regularly in touch with their consultants (e.g., some would respond only on email, some would take days to respond, etc.). In multiple cases, I got varying feedback from different people for the same consultant. For Rajdeep, on the other hand, I got consistently good feedback from everyone I spoke to. The entire application process was extremely smooth and systematic – the sequence in which we worked on the resume, goals, etc. was very helpful. Rajdeep would always keep a tab on my progress and was ...
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  • Incomparable - Reapplicant Admitted To Harvard ($$) + Booth ($40K)
    4 years ago
    I had applied during the previous application year (2019-20) and worked with a different consultant. It didn’t result in much success, so the next year (2020-21) I tried again working with Rajdeep. I found the experience to be truly worlds-apart. Rajdeep has an intensive understanding of what’s required for each specific application (for all schools differ) and has a unique approach to application strategy and resume that really stood out, for I applied to the same schools with a fresh perspective and got admitted to both HBS (as a re-applicant) and Booth (first-time applicant). Rajdeep provided an overall game-plan of which schools to target and how to maximize applications and chances of success by leveraging common parts in different applications. His high-level pro-bono assistance on schools ...
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  • Works With Your Best Interest At Heart - Harvard ($30K), Stanford ($50K), Wharton (Full-Ride)
    4 years ago
    Raj is the GOAT//LeBron of Admissions Consultants!!! I learned of Raj through the P&Q ratings. I was speaking with a few admissions consultants. Raj stood out to me because he seemed as if he had my best interest at heart. Other consultants seemed to be pushing me in one direction or another for reasons that were mostly beneficial to them. With Raj, he was open to my vision, built on my vision, and, ultimately, kept the vision mine vs. his. I have helped tens of mentees on their resumes. I considered myself a strong resume writer and I think that is true. However, working with Raj, I was able to transform my resume. He helped me think so much broader than I had been. We ...
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  • Public Sector Candidate - Wharton & Kellogg, Full Scholarship!
    4 years ago
    I was in the market for a no-nonsense admissions consultant who would be honest and direct about my chances for HSW. I was aiming high and wanted someone who was willing to push me. I heard about Admissions Gateway through Poets & Quants (and read those 5-star reviews) and after speaking to other consultants based in Asia and the U.S. found Rajdeep to be the most straightforward, practical, insightful, and STRUCTURED. He was comfortable with my background in a government role and how best to leverage the stories I had to position my application (something that the U.S. based consultants seemed to lack familiarity with). I attempted HBS without a consultant in Round 1 and struck out. Looking back at the application, I can see what ...
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  • Best Consultant That You Can Hope For!
    4 years ago
    After being laid off due to COVID, I decided to pursue an MBA degree from INSEAD. I had exactly one month to work on my MBA application so I didn’t want to waste time trying to figure it out on my own or work with an MBA consultant only to later discover that he was not good. A friend of mine who got into Kellogg with Rajdeep’s help highly recommended him. After the first call, I understood why. He knows his stuff and will say it like it is, no BS approach. Despite my tricky situation, he decided to work with me where we were discussing multiple times each week on how to showcase my best stories, preparing me for the interviews, etc. He knew exactly ...
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    Hatem Ahmed
    MBA Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Rajdeep is a Wonder!
    4 years ago
    I found several positive reviews of Rajdeep’s work on Poets and Quants. In my initial call, I admired his candor. He was comfortable providing constructive feedback on my application and resume. I appreciated his optimism and confidence when considering working with me. As a candidate with an unusual background, I was quickly dismissed as a nonviable candidate by many consultants. I felt that I could trust Rajdeep to support my candidacy and provide clear, honest critiques. I truly cannot say enough wonderful words about Rajdeep. He was creative when helping to construct my application’s narrative, remarkably candid and also kind when providing feedback, and continuously willing to provide support. Resume: I appreciated most how Rajdeep broke down my roles and responsibilities into clear, compelling, and distinct assets. ...
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  • Extremely helpful; HBS Admit with $80k+ Aid
    4 years ago
    My friend worked with Rajdeep last year and is attending HBS so I reached out to him. I was looking for someone who could: 1. Provide nuanced guidance, tailored to my profile and target schools 2. Can dedicate necessary time and effort to submit high-quality applications 3 Has rich experience getting PE/VC admits into the top-3 As I compared my call with Rajdeep to the introductory ones with the other potential consultants, it stood out. The long and in-detail call with him gave me a good bird’s-eye view of what to expect in my journey and of course the great performance record. I worked with Rajdeep for close to 6 months, during which he guided me through every aspect of applications from school selection till the post-interview formalities. The support ...
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  • Helped Me Understand Myself Much Better - Kellogg & LBS Admits
    4 years ago
    I found Rajdeep listed here on Poets & Quants, on the best Admissions consultant list. I called a few people on the list, and I appreciated Rajdeep’s approach the most. Everyone else wanted to write my essays for what the school was looking for, whereas Rajdeep talked about wanting to make me look my best as is – and tailoring the way that I spoke of myself. I have applied to business school before. It was not a very serious endeavor – I look back on that application and cringe. This time I was serious about applying to top schools, and I knew I’d need help crafting my story and articulating my experiences in a way that works for admissions committees (and in a way that ...
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  • 700 GMAT, HBS Admit with $105k+ Aid
    4 years ago
    I decided to work with Rajdeep because he had extensive experience of working with candidates from the FMCG sector. I was working in a remote region so it was important to have a counselor who was approachable, flexible, and whom I could reach out to without hesitation. Past candidates had testified about Rajdeep’s commitment to perfect your application and how hours spent was never a concern. The resume was the first step and it was a step in which I built the most confidence. With the STAR format and the approach of taking a step back and thinking like your “boss’s boss”, I defined my role and accomplishments for every milestone. However, my resume did not just cover my key accomplishments but clearly outlined my professional ...
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  • Sharp Focus On Depth of Story & Extremely Approachable, HBS with $100k+ Aid
    4 years ago
    I was clear I wanted to work with Rajdeep based on the experience of close friends at Wharton and HBS. Two reasons stood out: i. Sharp focus on content and depth of story a. Based on conversations with folks who had worked with Rajdeep, I liked Rajdeep’s focus on content and a very high bar on the depth of the examples in the story. ii. Rajdeep was seen as extremely approachable and open to any number of iterations. This was a key factor for me, because I had a very tough work schedule as a ...
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  • Immense Clarity of Thought & Straight Forward Advice, HBS & Wharton with $115k in Scholarship + Aid
    4 years ago
    I read about Rajdeep on PoetsandQuants and then talked to friends at HBS, who shared his track record. Throughout the process and across the different activities of resume, essay writing, application form, recommendation inputs, Rajdeep has immense clarity of thought and is not afraid of giving you blunt feedback. Resume – Rajdeep was able to bring out the best aspects of my profile into my resume, ensuring that I project the best version of my professional achievements. Thinking about my achievements from my boss’ boss’ point of view was eye-opening and gave me a new dimension to think through. Goals definition – Rajdeep pushes you to think through an (a) aspirational yet achievable goal (b) detailed version of this goal, so that it isn’t ‘in the air’. The ...
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  • Invests Time, Makes Sure Best Application Put Forth, Kellogg, Stern & LBS Admits
    5 years ago
    My friend at Wharton mentioned Rajdeep does not settle till he knows the best application has been put forth. I talked to many consultants and felt Rajdeep offered exactly what I needed – someone to push me and devote time to my applications. Applying for an MBA is mainly about 2 things – self-reflection and articulating your story. I was weak on both when I started out and Rajdeep helped me with these aspects. We spent considerable time digging into my motivations which helped me discover strengths that I would have never mentioned on my application otherwise. This helped define my goals which were important not just for my application, but also to have clear medium and short-term goals for my career. Rajdeep pushed me and helped me ...
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  • Personalized Attention, Very Diligent
    5 years ago
    I was referred by a friend at HBS and joined Rajdeep because of his track record and after discussions with past clients on their experience of working with him. Rajdeep’s approach to the business school admissions process is very methodical, seamless, and personalized. His attention to detail to the specific examples which brought out my story together, unbiased guidance and support to ensure every application is completed diligently, systemic approach to preparing for interviews was extremely helpful in gaining admission to a school of my choice even though I was an early-stage candidate. I have referred Rajdeep to a few of my friends for their applications as well.
    Class of 2022 Admit
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  • Experienced & A Great Source of Information, Kellogg Admit
    5 years ago
    A friend referred me to Rajdeep and I worked with Rajdeep for 4 schools. He also helped me shape my Booth application pro-bono. I benefited a lot from my experience and the following stood out for me throughout the engagement: · Single source of information and opinions about the application process, coming from years of experience. This allowed me to focus amidst a barrage of, at times, contradictory information available through secondary or primary research within my network. · My engagement with Rajdeep helped me in structuring the otherwise convoluted process. Starting from the timing of applications, elements of the applications, and the essay content. · Significant commitment to the ...
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  • Process Like Clock Work, HBS Admit
    5 years ago
    I started my applications in round 2 and applied with Rajdeep to 3 schools. Rajdeep is very direct with his feedback but in retrospect, his working style kept me on the edge every time, to continue iterating to give it the best shot. Working on the resume, essays, and interviews, Rajdeep’s experience showed during our conversations and nuances he shared. Apart from picking the right experiences and shaping them, he helped me communicate in lesser words and helped cut down some large essays to the word limits without losing the essence. He is also dedicated. Everything went like clockwork, with planned calls and timelines for each school - done well in advance. Calls happen on time, are as elaborate as you would want, and are filled ...
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  • Re-Application, Resume & Interview Advice from Rajdeep, Upgraded from Stern to Columbia ($30k)
    5 years ago
    I worked with a top US-based consultant last year and applied to 8 schools and gained admission to Stern from the waitlist. I reached out to Rajdeep to discuss a re-application. He was frank that Stern is a great school but went through all my applications thoroughly and pointed out all the deficiencies. He laid out a realistic plan for ways he could help in addressing those deficiencies. I felt like he was honest about what he could help with and built realistic expectations for me about my target schools. He told me the risks, told me the improvements and let me decide. I finally decided to reapply. Some differences I felt in both my application attempts. Resume: This was the most differentiating factor between Rajdeep ...
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  • Changed Consultants After R1 & Worked with Rajdeep, Kellogg + Tuck ($$$)
    5 years ago
    I learned about Rajdeep through P&Q so a big thank you! The first call was very informative. Rajdeep is to the point, honest with his recommendations and has great feedback from everyone I spoke with. I only applied in R2. I applied to 4 schools – Tuck, Kellogg, Booth, and Wharton. I got interview calls for all 4, converted Tuck ($100k), Kellogg, Booth (WL), and Wharton (Interview). Working with Rajdeep was a rewarding and enriching experience, not only from an application point of view but also for analyzing my career and professional goals. I had applied to a few schools in Round 1 with another consultant, but with Rajdeep, I saw a huge difference in the quality of my applications. With the resume and essays, Rajdeep ...
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    Kirti Jangra
    MBA Class of 2022 Admit
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  • Spent Time To Understand My Life/Work Experiences & Taught Me How To Present Them, Re-Applicant Admitted To Booth With $50K
    5 years ago
    I found Rajdeep as he was ranked No.1 in last year’s MBA Consultants Ranking by P&Q. As a reapplicant for the MBA program in some top US schools, I thought I could use some advice on my resume and essay writing. Also, the first call I had with Rajdeep made me believe that he was very familiar with this area and could be a great help. Rajdeep is the best consultant for MBA applications given his deep knowledge and understanding of different schools’ admission processes. Before starting the process, he did some assessments for me to better understand my strength/weakness and what practical career goals I could pursue post-MBA. He directed me in amending my resume and essays to make them more attractive. He would ...
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  • Reviewed 100's of Resumes, Rajdeep Took Mine to The Next Level - Wharton Admit with $$
    5 years ago
    I am based out of the US and read about Rajdeep on Poets & Quants. He had good reviews which referenced multiple successful admits to top schools, so I decided to work with him. I can’t thank or praise Rajdeep enough. Despite being a candidate with a profile similar to many others in the pool he helped me stand out and even get a scholarship. He was efficient and had good response times and was always thoughtful in his responses. I also appreciate how approachable he was on Whatsapp, and how he took the time to discuss any concerns or roadblocks on the app. In my career, I have reviewed hundreds of professional, highly curated resumes –I was skeptical that there was any improvement that could be ...
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  • Switched Consultants & Worked With Rajdeep In R2, Booth ($$$) Kellogg ($$$) + MIT
    5 years ago
    I had worked with another consultant for 2 schools in round 1 and got no interviews and then a friend at Harvard recommended me to Rajdeep. So many things went well in working with Rajdeep! Right from managing timelines for multiple schools’ applications and running different workstreams in parallel to creating a coherent story based on my career trajectory. For the resume, Rajdeep pushed me to think about how the CEO of my company or how the partner in my consulting project would articulate the work, which enabled me to bring out the impact of my work. Rajdeep questioned my goals and ensured I did the homework and refined them so that they added up to my work experience. There was always room for discussions and debate, ...
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  • Rajdeep Is The Best Consultant Out There! Wharton ($50k), Kellogg ($50k) + Tuck
    5 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep through friends and had heard of his great success with M7 candidates. I applied in R2 to 5 schools. Rajdeep puts a lot of effort into getting the resume right - as it is the foundation of the application process. He brought the best of me out in the resume. When we started discussing essays, I felt Rajdeep understood my professional and personal achievements well and gave me good direction for my stories. He is very sharp in giving direction and focused on tailored specific feedback. There was a time during the applications process when I got very busy with work and couldn’t focus enough on my application essays and my app quality went down (material I worked on). What really hit me ...
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  • Worked With Rajdeep From Africa, Smooth Process. Wharton, Booth ($$$) + Kellogg Admits
    5 years ago
    I spoke to a lot of people at Wharton and Harvard before joining Rajdeep. Rajdeep’s impressive track record and ability to position my experiences to help put my best foot forward convinced me to join. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. His approach to structuring my resume so as to highlight continuous progression helped provide a framework for the applications on the whole and a lot of material for the essays. His guidance around defining ambitious but realistic goals resonated with me, and his coverage of the interview prep was targeted but comprehensive. I was based in a different time zone and Rajdeep offered flexibility to ensure we hit our timelines. On the whole, the well-structured way of approaching the application to package ...
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  • Dedicated & Immense Value Add – Wharton ($$$) + Kellogg
    5 years ago
    I was based in the US when I started my MBA applications and previous applicants emphasized that I go with Rajdeep based on their experience. I had spoken with 4 other US consultants and the call with Rajdeep stood out: - It was very structured – Rajdeep communicated how the process will look - It was clear how I need to re-position things from a strategic point of view. I could visualize Rajdeep’s value add - Rajdeep made it clear that we will go through as many iterations to get to the finished answer - He also said that he will connect me with alumni to help gain a better understanding of each school - He viewed my initial materials ...
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  • Works Closely To Support Your Narrative - Attending Wharton!
    5 years ago
    I learned about Rajdeep from a trusted friend at Kellogg who had very positive things to say. What gave me comfort was Rajdeep’s track record to the top schools and strong experience working with consulting + investing profiles. The engagement started with resume making which pushed my thinking to be more top-down and strategic instead of micro and operational. Next, he helped me create a reasonable school target strategy (top-5) backed with strong reasoning and data. However the biggest value Rajdeep brought to my application was helping me lockdown on the right narrative by taking a holistic look at my profile and career aspirations. Another area where I really appreciate Rajdeep’s value add was crafting a thoughtful but power-packed essay for each school. He’s not easy to ...
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  • I Can Attest To How Good Rajdeep Is - INSEAD Admit
    5 years ago
    Many of my friends at Stanford, Wharton, etc. had tremendously good things to say about Rajdeep. In a world where there is a multitude of consultants, it made my decision much easier knowing that some of my friends had secured MBA admissions to the top B-Schools through Rajdeep. After my first unsuccessful attempt with another consultant, I was rigid that I would only apply to business schools with Rajdeep. During my screening call with Rajdeep, he stood out as one of the only MBA Consultants who are blatantly honest with respect to your profile. After working with a top US consultant, I realized how good Rajdeep is vs. other consultants. The consulting process was very structured. We first started with the resume, followed by recommendations and ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Works Towards The Best Outcome, Harvard, Wharton ($165k), Kellogg ($150k)
    5 years ago
    I learned about 5-6 consultants from my network and I read up on everyone and then set up a time with them and discussed my profile before working with Rajdeep. We started with the resume and on my first draft, I received specific instructions especially on moving away from case-based thinking to firm based thinking and impact metrics. I also applied this approach to my current job as well. The resume process overall helps you think about your work from a more strategic perspective rather than a task-based one. For the essays, Rajdeep and I used to brainstorm first and build out an outline. So once I had clarity on the story elements for each essay it was easier to write and I was not lost ...
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  • Honest, Responsive & Detailed (Wharton 50K, Kellogg 120K)
    5 years ago
    I was applying from Consulting and was uncertain of the strength of my application. I did not have people from either my consulting firm or my undergrad institute who were at top b-schools and so I had a limited network to rely on / less access to information. My job involved long hours and considerable travel leaving me less time to understand the nuances of the application process. My objective of joining was two-fold – get guidance on the nitty-gritties of the process (what do schools really look for, what do the essay questions truly mean, etc.) and saving time. I knew I had a number of experiences that I could highlight but I was unsure of how to articulate them or whether they would be ...
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  • Kellogg With $40k Scholarship
    5 years ago
    A friend at Harvard referred me to Rajdeep. With absolutely no clue on approaching business school applications, Rajdeep’s expertise made the process less overwhelming. Every step of the process (resume, essays, goals) is very well laid out which helped me structure my application. For every school, he has an idea of what works and what doesn’t, which helped me choose stories/traits I wanted to exhibit for each school. For the essays, Rajdeep kept pushing me to think harder till the time he was convinced of the “what” and the “how”, and paid attention to the relevance of every single word in each of my drafts. The interview preparation stood out for me for the way Rajdeep asked me to answer varied sets of questions in a ...
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  • High Standards - Wharton ($$), Kellogg 1Y ($) + $200K at Top-10 Schools
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep’s expertise was reflected in his ability to provide pointed and insightful feedback on my application material. As a first-time applicant, the application process was a black-box to me. Rajdeep helped me think about the strategic business impact of my achievements and bring it out in my resume and essays. In particular, he was great at helping me drill down my technical experiences in financial advisory, simplify complex financial jargon, and put together a well-rounded, engaging story with an easy flow. I also appreciate Rajdeep’s persistence in ensuring that I iterated as many times as was needed with the essays before I arrived at an application-ready version. Mock interviews and support in preparation helped me do my best in interviews. Rajdeep also provided valuable advice on my ...
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  • Exceeded Expectations - Wharton Group Discussion & Interview Prep, Admitted ($$$)
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep came highly recommended to me from a friend at Harvard and hence I had high expectations. Turns out, he exceeded them. I worked with him for Wharton interview prep and I found the experience to be thorough, detailed and ultimately, helpful. Rajdeep did this using a three-pronged approach - 1) Detailed overview of the process through a long email covering suggested reachings and approach, 2) Practical insights through conversations facilitated with Wharton students who had gone through the process, and 3) Personal feedback on the notes prepared and tailoring them to bring out individual strengths. I appreciated all three aspects which allowed me to frame my approach quickly and provided a sounding board to stress test my approach before going into the interview. The ...
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    Romit Mehta
    MBA Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Worked with Rajdeep While Juggling a Hectic Work Schedule - Wharton ($$) & Kellogg
    5 years ago
    I learned about Rajdeep through Poets and Quants when I was looking for an experienced consultant who had a good M7 success rate. Additionally, the cost was realistic and not an exorbitant number quoted by other consultants. When I started working with Rajdeep, I appreciated how structured the whole process was. On our first call, he laid out the different stages of the process and the high-level timelines involved for each stage. This visibility and structure not only boosted my confidence but also helped me plan to juggle my work responsibilities and application deadlines. As we began discussing each of the elements in my background and profile in depth, Rajdeep was very prompt in his responses and spent a lot of time helping me get my foundational ...
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  • At-Cause Attitude (Wharton $$ + Kellogg)
    5 years ago
    Friends at Booth and Wharton referred me to Rajdeep and I joined him because of his track record. I applied in round one myself and gained admission to Duke ($98k) and Darden ($120k) having taken interview assistance from Rajdeep. I then joined Rajdeep for my round two applications to Wharton, Booth, MIT, and Kellogg. Rajdeep help me bring about a strategic shift in my resume and helped me articulate my leadership experiences in my essays. What stood out for me was his at-cause attitude – working with applicants even while he had an urgent family situation to attend to. He worked tirelessly to prepare me for the Wharton TBD – even scheduling long late-night calls at a short notice. Another thing I appreciated was Rajdeep’s calmness ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Patient, did 10+ iterations! Wharton ($$), Kellogg ($$)
    5 years ago
    I had an exceedingly positive experience with Rajdeep. When I started, I was unsure of my target schools, how to plan the process and what the schools were looking for. Rajdeep has a robust understanding of the process across schools and helped me structure the application process from start to finish. Early in the process, he provided a timeline of each step, which provided comfort that I was on track. While working on the resume and goals, Rajdeep pushed me to restate my goal. Realizing that my initial goal was a bit confusing, he helped to better craft my goal statement into something that all could understand. This feedback really helped me state my goal during interviews as well! Rajdeep has a clear idea of what strengths ...
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  • Rajdeep Will Support You Until You Are Admitted - Kellogg Admit
    5 years ago
    heard about Rajdeep from colleagues at work. My overall experience was very pleasant. I couldn’t have done it without him. Few things that stood out for me: His focus on specificity: Rajdeep made sure that every statement that I wrote in my app made sense and was not some vague and general remark. He would push for more research and ensured only quality work goes ahead. Helping extract stories out of work examples: Rajdeep really helped me to form detailed stories out of instances at work which then ties with my overall story. R1/R2 school distribution: This we could have improved. I could have kept a few schools for R2 to make sure that I still would have few schools left to apply in case of no ...
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  • Invests time and highly supportive – Booth ($70), Kellogg ($70), Ross ($148)
    5 years ago
    My colleagues in consulting had worked with Rajdeep and seen amazing success. Other consultants I talked to had different school ranges from what was my view, so after my conversation with Rajdeep I read testimonials, saw the success rate (particularly from my firm) and joined him. My journey for applications has been grinding, super busy and taxing. But Rajdeep has been with me all along, making me better with each edit and really investing time in my applications. Given I had an early start and I am a very ‘J’ person, I had completed my resume and goals definition way before applications had even opened. Rajdeep asked all the right questions that made me think and understand the point he is trying to bring forth. Personally, I think ...
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  • Engagement above all expectations, Kellogg and Columbia admits!
    5 years ago
    I reached out to Rajdeep to help me with applications when I had absolutely no idea of the process. From the moment he came on board, he was frank and methodical. The most striking thing is that he takes complete ownership of the application and treats it as his own. We went through multiple iterations for resume and essays until he was sure about each word that was written in the application. This in turn gave me tremendous confidence in his commitment to my application. Rajdeep introduced me to frameworks for the resume, which transformed my resume and made it more appealing. He was patient and went through each and every line on the resume in detail. Writing essays was a mammoth task for me ...
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  • HBS interview prep and reflection; Accepted
    5 years ago
    I was referred by a friend in his first year at HBS and worked with Rajdeep for the interview and post-interview reflection. I'm incredibly grateful to Rajdeep for all his genuine guidance and support through the HBS interview prep, and I'm certain HBS would not have happened without him! I reached out to him just a week before my HBS interview, with super tight timelines on my end. Rajdeep went out of his way to adjust to my schedule, and carefully tailored my prep, rather than employing a cookie-cutter approach. During the mocks, he provided sharp, nuanced and insightful comments, along with suggestions on how to improve, in a very short period of time. His understanding of the HBS interview process is unparalleled. In the 24-hour window ...
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  • Olin Ding last year to Wharton admit with Rajdeep
    5 years ago
    Having applied earlier to Olin and not having made it I was unsure about how to fully project my experience through essays and during interviews, for which I believed soliciting guidance would be the best approach. Secondly, my current job is heavily demanding and I wanted someone to keep me on track. Rajdeep has one of the best track records for applications to the M7. The most brilliant part of his advise was that despite having an unconventional profile, I was able to explain my experiences in the right manner, using the most appropriate anecdotes which gave my story the required impetus. During one such instance of laying down the goals, the questions put forth by Rajdeep led me to dive into extensive research ...
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    Class of 2022 N/A
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  • Personally invested in clients’ success - Booth (70k) and Kellogg (120k)
    5 years ago
    Colleagues of mine work with Rajdeep every year and have gained admission to all the top-5 schools so I was aware how Rajdeep was supportive in building an application strategy and delivering on it. I was impressed by Rajdeep’s support on my resume – having worked only in the social sector, I had trouble articulating my experiences to suit an ‘MBA app’. Rajdeep helped me every step of the way, from explaining what was needed to how it is to be done. His revisions were meticulous and really helped my resume jump 10X from my initial draft. I remember spending hours on call, discussing my goals and story – we had over 10 iterations for one particular school where we kept building on the story until both ...
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  • Goes the Extra Mile; Columbia, Booth + LBS Admits!
    5 years ago
    I learned about Rajdeep through Poets&Quants, so a big thank you to Poets&Quants! The experience was fantastic. I really appreciate the attention to detail, continuous willingness to go the extra mile and the unending strive for perfection that Rajdeep brought to the table. Also, I always respected Rajdeep’s insights regarding essays and profile-positioning - they were worth their weight in gold and added tremendous value to my application. One thing that personally stood out for me was Rajdeep’s dedication. Even though we started months in advance and went about the process in a very planned manner, there were days closer to the deadline when I was rushing to do last-minute changes – in such cases, Rajdeep was available throughout – be it 12 midnight or 9am, ...
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  • Great Support, HBS ($$$ aid) & Kellogg
    5 years ago
    For three years my colleagues have been gaining admission to HBS with Rajdeep’s help so it was an easy choice to work with him. He has been key to helping me achieve my b-school results. I liked the fact that early-on, he thought through a timeline customized for me, factoring into my work commitments and ensured that we largely stuck to it. He has a strong grasp of the application process for all top b-schools. He helped me build a crisp resume and provided clarity when we were brainstorming my post-MBA goals. He nudged me to identify the right situations and examples to talk about, helping me craft meaningful and impactful essays. His college-specific phased approach of building the intensity of interview prep helped me have a ...
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  • Great Consultant, Helped Me Get into Kellogg with Scholarship
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep is a great consultant. I chose him because my friends (6 people I knew in my network) had worked with him, and gone on to receive admission in top schools. Personal recommendations from friends, combined with Rajdeep’s unparalleled success rate and a competitive fee (at least relative to other high-performing admission consultants) made working with him an easy choice. In terms of my experience, what I found to be most helpful was the resume-improvement support. Rajdeep probably took a 5/10 resume and improved by dramatic margins. He always pushed me to think of concrete results that exemplified the work, while remaining authentic and concise. His support on essays is essays is useful as he provides solid boundaries for what the content should cover. Over the years, ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Re-Applicant Admitted to Wharton with Scholarship
    5 years ago
    I was impressed with the high percentage rate of acceptance and the confidence that Rajdeep showcased during our conversation. I was re-applying and had applied to HBS, Columbia, Cornell, and UCLA before with the help of a consultant. Once we aligned on the schools, which took some time and back and forth, there was a big change in my resume in terms of how I presented my work. I appreciated the essay brainstorming, outlines and additional information provided by Rajdeep that helped me shape my essays. He also helped in connecting with students and my essays this year were much better researched. Rajdeep was available and helped me prepare for my mocks. Once I got my first admit, my interview process was made much more comfortable as ...
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    Mishti Sharma
    MBA Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Dinged at Stern w/ Top US Consulting Firm, $150k Scholarship w/ Rajdeep A Year Later
    5 years ago
    I first worked with a widely reviewed and ranked admissions consultant firm in US but after no admits that year, I was talking to some friends and advisors in introspection before my next move. One of my friends had worked with Rajdeep and his experience was poles apart from mine in terms of school choices and how he positioned himself to schools. I joined Admissions Gateway because of this robust approach I had seen work for my friend and because Rajdeep could point out major improvements in my application in our very first meeting. With Rajdeep, I got admits at Stern and Darden with full rides. Let me share the two things that he did that absolutely turned around my results. 1) Resume and Career Goals:  Where ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Kellogg, Yale, & UCLA Admit With $$
    5 years ago
    Admissions Gateway helped me get into 3 of my top schools - Kellogg, Yale SOM, and UCLA, with a $70K scholarship at Kellogg and $60K scholarship at UCLA and I can confidently say none of my success would have been possible without them. AG and Rajdeep helped me with every little step of the MBA application process - a resume that shows my impact, a clear vision for my post-MBA goals, a thoroughly researched case of why the school and program were a great fit for me, and how to show my best self during my interviews. All of this, while making sure I remained 100% true to who I was and what I wanted from the MBA! Rajdeep really pushed me to reflect on my ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Puts Structure & Discipline To The Process - Tuck Admit
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep is very effective in putting structure and discipline into the application process. I found it difficult to define the scope of the essays and was overwhelmed by the whole process. But Rajdeep helped me put a boundary around the ask, and broke down the essays into milestones which made the task much simpler. He is a stickler for quality and constantly pushed me beyond my comfort zone to dig deeper into my stories unless they reflected the necessary leadership qualities. I was able to think clearly through my career by the end of the process and had much more clarity on what I want to get out of my MBA. I always refer him to my friends for their MBA applications and all of ...
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  • Like a Surgeon Not a Butcher, LBS Admit
    5 years ago
    Successfully applying to a B-school was less about my experiences and more about the takeaways from those experiences that would help me demonstrate that I was MBA ready. As easy as it may sound, the process forced me to ask some probing questions and it became very important for me to be able to structure my answers within the prescribed word limits. Being from a highly competitive talent pool, I needed strategic help with the process of working with someone who had a proven track record with Indian applicants. I came to know about Rajdeep from some of my classmates who had worked with him and highly recommended him. The first thing that really stood out for me was Rajdeep’s strategy of building out your resume before ...
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  • Wharton ($$$) & Booth
    5 years ago
    A close friend referred me to Admissions Gateway and I was impressed with the track record, Rajdeep's structured approach to the process and the word of mouth. The factor that really stood out in my experience was Rajdeep's approachability. From every stage of resume building to essay drafting to interview, Rajdeep was always reachable and very involved. You can just reach him a WhatsApp away. His iterative reviews and pointed feedback really pushed me to bring out the best in my essays. He is always willing to offer help in whatever aspect you may need – be it making alum connects for mock interviews/essay pointers or providing essay edits, even on a tight timeline. I got into both Wharton and Booth. I would highly recommend him for ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Frank & Supportive, INSEAD with $$
    5 years ago
    A friend at Wharton referred me to Rajdeep. Unlike what I had heard from friends about other consultants, Rajdeep didn’t try to convince me into applying to lower-ranked schools to improve his success rates. I stood my ground in applying to schools that I wanted to go to, and Rajdeep supported me in the process and we applied to HBS, GSB, Wharton, Sloan, Yale SOM and INSEAD. One thing I like was Rajdeep’s commitment. When I needed some extra support in getting my SOPs reviewed for a scholarship application, Rajdeep was willing to take a look at it and share some high-level feedback (even though it was outside the purview of the contract). The frameworks shared to think through different sections of the application ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Resume Genius, Storytelling Lessons for Life – from London to Chicago (Booth ($$) & Kellogg)
    5 years ago
    A friend at Harvard suggested connecting with Rajdeep and I worked with him on 5 M7 schools. I had an educational experience and gained a lot of insight on how to present my story in a way I couldn’t have done myself. Time zone differences meant that it was pretty late in India by the time I was free from work commitments in London. However, Rajdeep was very flexible and ensured that we left no stone unturned in putting up a strong application. I thought Rajdeep’s resume strategy of thinking from your management’s perspective in order to tease out the high-level impact of one’s professional achievements was genius. It’s something that I’ll deploy for years to come. I received great support on school-selection as well, especially ...
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  • Genuinely Focused on Maximizing Results
    5 years ago
    Making a choice for a consultant was a task and I took my time to research the market. I spoke to Admissions Gateway, Adam Marcus, Jennifer Bloom, MBA Exchange, Menlo Park, etc. Admissions Gateway stood out on 3 parameters – 1. Result orientation – AG is the only firm that transparently listed their past results and connected me to past clients. 2. Consultant (Rajdeep) – Though he may come across as too frank, Rajdeep on the first call was astute with his assessment and didn’t shy from pointing out weaknesses in the application. It didn’t seem like a sales pitch which a lot of other consultants had. 3. Costs – The costs were competitive in fact they seem ...
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  • Great Support, Admitted to Stern with Scholarship
    5 years ago
    Having pivoted from banking to consulting early in my career, I found Rajdeep’s advice very helpful to uncover and articulate my goals in a structured manner. His guidance helped me create a resume that presented my experiences in the best light and ensured that I approach the entire application process with a positive attitude. I especially appreciated the honest feedback I always received, as it helped me pick schools that would be the best fit for my goals. I was traveling quite often during my applications, but never felt disconnected from the process due to Rajdeep’s flexibility on timing. He was easily accessible on calls and texts when needed. Focused on the New York area, I applied to three schools and gained admission to Stern ...
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  • Help’s You Put Your Best Foot Forward, HBS ($100K+), Kellogg ($120K)
    5 years ago
    Colleagues who gained admission to Harvard and Kellogg referred me to Rajdeep. We started out with building my Resume. Rajdeep understood my work experience and helped me present it in the most impactful way by bringing clarity to my role and impact on each project. He further helped me decide the critical points to emphasize. This was followed by the definition of the goals. Here, Rajdeep helped me tune my thoughts to come up with a logical, consistent and practical story which would provide a solid foundation for a compelling story based on my work experience. For the essays, we identified my most impactful work experiences and customized each school’s essays to highlight different aspects. For example – Kellogg requires an essay demonstrating brave leadership. While I ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • One Month, 4 Applications , 3 Admits – Wharton, Booth & LBS + Scholarships
    5 years ago
    Another consultant referred me to Rajdeep, which I thought was rare. I had a busy work and travel schedule so I started working on my applications only in Round 2 and that too in December! I would have liked to have applied to more schools but given the time I targeted 4. Rajdeep’s honest feedback and guidance through the process was invaluable. He was available at short notice and helped me manage my hectic schedule and craft good applications. Even though we had less time, he pushed me to think clearly and research all aspects to make a compelling application. It was comforting to have him available and he was willing to go over multiple iterations till we both were satisfied with the outcome. Rajdeep understands ...
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  • 710 GMAT, Kellogg Admit!
    5 years ago
    I was initially wary of working with consultants. I knew what I wanted which was not just essay editing help or someone who could fit me into types of schools but wanted someone who could help me make strategic decisions covering my professional history, building my profile and then targeting the schools. When I spoke to people about Rajdeep, they gave me excellent feedback about his very structured approach, individual attention and some credentials in helping students to top US B-schools. One of the biggest positives of working with Rajdeep was that he helped me address certain key challenges in my profile. For instance, I had a 710 GMAT score which is on the lower side to target the top schools I had on my list. He suggested ...
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    Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Great Guide to Have Through the Admissions Process!
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep is more of a coach than a consultant. He is a clear thinker with deep insights into the admissions process across schools. Spending time with him - discussing my profile, the overall approach to admissions and career goals - I came out with a more comprehensive understanding of my path ahead. He was extremely thoughtful through the process. Starting from helping me build my CV - I have an unconventional background which needed to be represented appropriately for maximum impact - he spent considerable time understanding my vertical and iterated multiple times ensuring the best output, to building a consistent overall narrative across each of the many INSEAD essays and finally taking mock interviews and helping me write my scholarship apps even while he ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Not Only Admission but Gained Important Life Skills: Kellogg, Tuck, Ross ($$), Yale
    5 years ago
    I am based in the US and a friend in Singapore referred me to Admissions Gateway. I received positive reviews from other friends so I joined Admissions Gateway and worked with Rajdeep Chimni. Chimni’s guidance was instrumental in helping me leverage my work and extracurricular accomplishments to create a strong cohesive application profile and story. The process not only helped me in my applications, but the principles/rules I was taught when thinking about material for my essays and going through revisions is something I believe helped me gain important life skills which have been beneficial in my professional life and will help me through my MBA experience. Coming from an Engineering background, I was not experienced in building a Product Management oriented resume. I received guidance re-thinking ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Re-Applicant & M7 Specialist; Helped Me Go From 0/5 Admits to CBS ($$)
    5 years ago
    I was on the NYU-Stern Waitlist and looking for advice for updates, my conversation with Rajdeep was helpful. I appreciated the gesture as I was not a client yet and because Rajdeep didn’t charge even though others in the market charge for waitlist counseling. So, I felt, his focus was not on making a quick buck when the applicant is somewhat vulnerable, but instead to guide first. After navigating the application cycle that year without success, I decided to work with Rajdeep as he had a great track record of helping candidates to M7 schools and especially helping re-applicants. Three things that stood out: (i) Overall modus operandi: Structure and frameworks behind each component of the application; nothing felt half-baked / under-researched nor without a well-reasoned ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Healthy Obsession with Quality. Booth ($30K) & Kellogg
    5 years ago
    I have a non-traditional background and my colleagues advised contacting Rajdeep due to his experience with having seen a large set of successful applicants and his measurable, impact-oriented approach to communicating one's profile. The process with Rajdeep was very personalized. A genuine effort was made to understand the unique elements of my profile and I never felt the pressure of having to work in a set number of hours. The process of making a one page CV included many brainstorming calls as well as revision calls. Rajdeep’s approach to making a good, impact-oriented CV is highly recommended as it really brings out the qualities you would like to convey confidently and without bluster. Rajdeep was very knowledgeable about what was needed by each individual school and was ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • The Clayton Christensen of B-School Applications! (HBS [$120K] & Wharton)
    5 years ago
    Rajdeep’s track record and my friends' recommendations made him an easy choice. I started in round 2 and hence had to be quick and efficient to apply to the 5 top schools I was targeting. What stood out was the sheer honesty of feedback and the clarity of thought that led to excellent execution. Rajdeep’s assessment, though not easily digestible by everyone ;), is super accurate, unbiased and reflect the reality accurately on all aspects such as school selection, goal discussion, etc. Rajdeep functions like a great product manager- takes in all the information and arrives at the core of what has to be done very fast, and gets it executed faster! He knows this drill better than anyone I have met. His work on the ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Great Consultant & Now Dear Friend: HBS, Kellogg & Darden with $328,000 Total Aid
    5 years ago
    A close friend at Harvard gave me rave reviews about Rajdeep so I reached out to him. During our first call, I really liked his clarity, experience on the process and insights on my candidacy. I found him very honest and someone who will not mince words during feedback sessions. I spoke to 2 other well-known names and the difference was stark, making the decision a no-brainer. I honestly could not have got a better consultant and more importantly a ‘dear friend’ than Rajdeep during the arduous journey of applying to 5-6 business schools. The best part about working with Rajdeep is that he is really passionate about your candidacy and dedicated to bringing the best out of you (For example, he helped me extensively with ...
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  • Rajdeep is Easily The Best - Wharton ($$) & Kellogg ($$$$)
    5 years ago
    I worked with two of the consultants regarded widely. With Rajdeep I applied to Harvard (interviewed), Wharton and Kellogg and with the other US based consultant I applied to Stanford. Rajdeep’s personal touch and deep insight was so much better than the other consultants email based and ‘editing’ approach that I finally used the material worked on with Rajdeep for Stanford too. In fact my whole experience with Admissions Gateway was great and different from the usual. RC didn’t seem keen on just getting another client and grilled me on my commitment to the grueling application process. He questioned my choices of schools and discussed them in detail, which was helpful for me to think beyond brand/ranking and make informed decision based on my interests and ...
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    Class of 2022 Admit
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  • Invested Mentor: Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, MIT & Tuck ($360,000 Scholarship)
    5 years ago
    I heard about Rajdeep through a friend at Kellogg and was impressed by Admissions Gateway’s results in the M7. I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. He helped me polish my resume to another level of sophistication. With respect to the school selection strategy, I felt that one can rely on his judgment in terms of what schools one has good chances at. For goals definitions and essays, I believe that Rajdeep had the best frameworks and storytelling tactics that are required for a business school application. If I had to do this alone, I would not have been able to bring out my story and leadership skills the way I could because of his guidance. Something that I appreciated was the fact that he ...
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  • Smart, Experienced & Approachable!
    6 years ago
    I had heard about Chimni from a friend and he was strongly recommended by people who had worked with him. The resume-making experience was one of the strongest lessons. Chimni helped me transform my resume from a document detailing what I did and what the local impact was, to one that showcased what the bigger picture is, what my learnings were and how I helped grow/sustain the business of my company. This style of resume-writing is not just for getting into Business School but for the future as well! I had a constant back-and-forth with Chimni on school selection, depending on my mood on that particular day but Chimni helped me find the right balance of schools I should apply to, based on his rich experience - ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Ding Analysis: Every Applicant Should Speak to Rajdeep at Least Once
    6 years ago
    I applied last year with another consultant and a friend referred me to Rajdeep for a ding analysis. Rajdeep gave me candid feedback on my resume and application and also discussed LOR pointers. Analyzing my profile (education and work) he helped me understand the strengths and weaknesses of my application and then he focused on what the gaps were in last year’s applications. The best part that I liked was the resume analysis. I have a mix of business analytics and supply chain experience. My resume though was not technical, but it was how/what I contributed to my function and work. He took it to a different level. He helped me to connect my contribution to the larger perspective - how my work impacted the overall business. ...
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  • Wharton Team-Based Discussion, Interview & Wait-list. Admitted!
    6 years ago
    A friend at Wharton referred me to Rajdeep Chimni. I worked with Chimni on the Wharton team-based discussion and interview preparation. Chimni shared great tips for the group discussion and interview and also reference material like sample pitches of a different topic last year. He then also brought in a Wharton student to share her actual experience on the group discussion, which gave me a great idea of how things would actually play out. He was very approachable and when I got waitlisted I reached out to him and he also guided me through the waitlist process. I followed the advice and finally got through. When I reached out to inform him, he connected me with other admits as well so that I could integrate ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Average GMAT - Kellogg + Columbia ($$) Admits
    6 years ago
    I heard about Chimni from work colleagues and friends who had gone through the MBA admissions process last year I was apprehensive about landing into the M7 given my average GMAT score. But the entire process was designed to play on my strengths and bring out qualities that I didn’t even think I had. What helps is Chimni’s knowledge about schools- from what they are looking to evaluate in the essays to the type of questions one can expect in interviews. I also appreciated the fact that he adhered to timelines. Resume: If I were to compare a before and after version, this was the area of most remarkable change. We first decided on what my story would look like and then shaped the entire resume based ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Brings Rigor & Clarity: Kellogg With $80,000
    6 years ago
    A former colleague recommended Chimni to me. I started out late in R2 so there was some time pressure and I needed to execute well as I had time to apply to only 3 schools. I could not be happier about my experience with Admissions Gateway. I had a somewhat unusual profile with a mix of experiences and wasn't sure about how to package them effectively. The first thing that struck me about Chimni was his clarity on what the applications need to look like, where the gaps were, and how to fill them. We started with the resume, which was completely turned around. I didn't even know how much work my resume needed before I got feedback from Chimni, but by the time we were done, ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • MBA Admissions Understanding & Industry Knowledge – Tuck & Duke with $$
    6 years ago
    I was in touch with Chimni a year before applying and did my counselor research very thoroughly. I aim to get into consulting with a focus on energy, so I shortlisted schools with strong consulting offerings. The biggest challenge was converting the technical aspects of my work to something that could be consumed by the Adcom and presenting my impactful stories from work which were very technical to a form that could be understood by an Adcom member. Rajdeep helped immensely in creating the stories and then removing the technical jargon from it. Moreover, I was going through a lot of stuff at the personal and professional front, and as a result, I turned my essays drafts very very late - at times, just a few ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Great Experience - Wharton, Booth & LBS Admits
    6 years ago
    A lot of people from my consulting firm recommended Chimni and Admissions Gateway, and I had a great time working with him. A few things made a big difference to the results I got. 1) It was helpful that Chimni agreed to take me on in May even when I did not have a GMAT score. He was confident in my profile and that was a comforting factor. 2) The resume making process was phenomenal. The specific guidance provided, culling out the strategic-level achievements from the tactical ones, the number of versions Chimni iterated with me on and the transformation that the resume went through was fantastic 3) Goal definition: The goals I wanted to go with were very atypical. Unlike investment banking, impact investing, consulting or social ...
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  • Re-Application Strategy & Resume Building: Kellogg & Booth Admits!
    6 years ago
    Considering that I was reapplying in a short time (R2 2017 - R1 2018), I wanted professional guidance on approaching the admissions process. Chimni was upfront from the beginning about the strengths and weaknesses of my candidature, where I fit among my applicant pool and what I could expect from a counselor and the time and effort I should give in return. He came across as experienced, knowledgeable and realistic; a "blunt but fair" combination that I found particularly useful in the early stages of the application. After going through my applications, we decided to apply to a range of top-5 and top-10 schools. Saying that Rajdeep helped me with my resume would be the understatement of the century. The STAR system was a game-changer for ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Booth 2021 Admit
    6 years ago
    As a re-applicant, I was aware of the complexities of the application process. However, I did not have a good idea of how to structure my application – resume, essays, goals, etc. As a result, my previous applications had been incoherent and inconsistent. A Booth alumn who had worked with Chimni for her applications recommended him. From the first conversation, I knew that he is highly knowledgeable and heavily invested, and treats each application with the same care and detail as if he were making his own application. After talking to friends and reading Admissions Gateway reviews I joined Chimni. The 4 areas in which I benefited were: Resume: Chimni helped me polish my resume, elevating it and giving it a solid structure. He helped me pivot ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Approachable & Super Dedicated - Wharton ($$), Booth ($$) + LBS!
    6 years ago
    A couple of my friends referred me to Chimni. The initial call was great, I thought he was dedicated and had a great track record. What stood out for me during my experience working with Chimni was professionalism and expertise. He was efficient in helping me brainstorm the elements of my essay and make me think out of the box. Post the initial iterations on essays, I found it difficult to think outside of the box or start afresh. Rajdeep would devote time in helping me come up with new angles in such situations. He was extremely approachable. There was no delay or lag in reviews. Rajdeep was always mindful of the task at hand and ensured timely completion of all parts of the process. I was ...
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  • Makes You Give Your 100% - Columbia, Booth & LBS Admits
    6 years ago
    I heard about Chimni and Admissions Gateway from a colleague at work and was impressed by his track record. Chimni is a pusher. He knows when you’re giving 90% and pushes until you reach your 100%. Chimni did not push his own opinions on me and rather let me figure out my own stories and goals and helped shape them. Chimni helped sculpt each line on my resume to bring out the impact of my experiences. Instead of writing simple job descriptions found in most resumes, he forces you to think about quantifiable results and how your work has made a difference. He is very hands-on and involved in every step of the process and focuses a lot on research and networking with current and ex-students ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Personal Touch! Great Harvard Interview & Reflection Help, HBS Admit!
    6 years ago
    I worked with Chimni mainly to prepare for my HBS mock interview, based on my friend’s recommendation. Chimni's approach was very different compared to other well-known consultants I worked with. He suggested a lot of input over the phone compared to email, which was the exact style I was looking for. For example: Before the main mock interview with Chimni, I had 2 calls with him just to understand how to prepare for B-school interviews, HBS in particular. Post-interview, I had a call with him to go over the interview and we brainstormed about the HBS post-interview reflection note. And I will again emphasize that most other consultants would just do 1 call and answer other queries over email. For me, this personalized approach was ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Re-Applicant Admitted To Stern ($$) + $190k Scholarship On All Admits
    6 years ago
    Working with Chimni was quite amazing. Most important was the strategic advice that was given right at the beginning. Before that, I was not projecting my candidature well. By the time I finished my resume I had greater clarity on my strengths and how to project them. The guidance at each step was comprehensive and helped me put my best foot forward. I had a lot of content for my resume and essays but I didn’t know how to put it together cogently and also make it succinct. Chimni’s discussed various examples and frameworks which allowed me to think deeply and bring out only the strategic stuff. Another major hurdle was managing the word count as I had never written such essays. But through iterations, I ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Personalized Help, Helps Bring Out Your Differentiation – INSEAD + Scholarship
    6 years ago
    I started early, reading blogs on multiple websites such as Poets&Quants and also talked to a lot of current students. I heard great reviews about Chimni so I was excited to work with him. Resume building and conveying my thoughts in the essays were the biggest challenge that I faced coupled with a lack of international experience. I was also in a competitive pool of engineers and had a low GPA to contend with but my GMAT was good. Chimni really helped me think at a high level and visualize the larger picture in terms of my goals and the stories I wanted to showcase. He helped me structure my experience and focus on key traits such as leadership, collaboration, and diversity. Also, he taught me to ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Kellogg with $120k scholarship (and Columbia with $80k, and Tuck)
    6 years ago
    My fiancee had great things to say about Admissions Gateway and Chimni so it was an easy choice. I was from a great undergrad school with less than a stellar academic record, top-notch consulting experience but not from a firm considered gold standard, private equity experience but not from a global bulge bracket – so the profile touched ‘gold’ yet felt silver. Chimni helped me think through my choices and we decided to apply to the top-7 but include all my dream schools. I had done research on Poets and Quants etc but my discussions with Rajdeep helped me put almost a year of research into frameworks and decisions quickly. Having received 3 admits from 5 schools, I feel the strategy was on target. I had made ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Candid, Action-Oriented, & Committed: Stanford ($110K), Wharton ($110K) & LBS (GBP 25K)
    6 years ago
    I was deciding between a few consultants (Accepted.com, Menlo, HBSguru and Admissions Gateway). After my call with Chimni, I knew right away that I wanted to work with him because of his candid, action-oriented and well-informed approach. He has a great track record and the support provided was more exhaustive. Chimni helped me break down the process into key parts with manageable timelines. Starting from the resume, within 1-2 iterations I could see the difference – Chimni deeply understood my work and helped me bring out the impact. He pushed my thinking on articulating my aspirations and conveying my story in a compelling way, through multiple discussions and connecting me to current students. For the interviews, he not only conducted mocks but also leveraged the Admissions ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Calm & Smooth Process, Low GPA, Columbia Fellow ($80K)
    6 years ago
    Two friends who worked with Chimni and gained admission to Harvard had given me great reviews about Admissions Gateway. My interaction with Chimni was calm and focussed from the outset. He gave me an idea of how the process works, what the schools look for etc. I was surprised he didn’t get hung up on my weak GPA, which gave me confidence that I had a reasonable shot at the top schools. The resume building process was thorough; moving the resume from appearing ‘operational’ to appearing ‘strategic’ was the big part. Chimni’s efforts were validated not just with the B-School results but also by the fact that I started getting a number of calls from companies wanting to hire me based on the updated resume I’d ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Kellogg With 120K Scholarship ( & Booth, Tuck, Haas)
    6 years ago
    I liked Admissions Gateway and Chimni’s personalized approach and Chimni came highly recommended by friends. He went beyond his role throughout the process and his confidence in my success was 100%. Resume: Chimni helped transform my resume using the STAR framework, highlighting the impact that I brought to the firm. It helped shine the light on my leadership aspects and long-term effect of my work, not only preparing me for the B-school process, but also for the recruiting. School Search: I had done research through interactions with students, alumni and online before connecting with Chimni, but had been unable to reach a concrete decision in terms of schools. He guided me and set a structure by walking me through (1) my chances at the ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • HBS Interview & Reflection Package: HBS admit
    6 years ago
    I chose Admissions Gateway/Rajdeep for the Harvard Interview preparation and reflection package. I found the interview preparation Rajdeep provided to be very useful for Harvard specifically but also applicable to multiple schools. He also helped me interpret the interview and write a strong post-interview reflection. Despite the time difference, everything went smoothly and he was also generous with his time. I highly recommend Admissions Gateway and Rajdeep's work.
    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Columbia With $80,000: Great Re-Application Advice!
    6 years ago
    A friend from Kellogg strongly referred Chimni. I had applied to 5 schools last year without success. I am 30+ and already hold an MBA. Chimni discussed my re-application and clearly outlined areas of improvement. The resume building sessions were standout. Since I had applied to a few B Schools the previous year, I felt I had my resume in great shape before meeting Chimni. However, he not only explained its flaws, but he also helped me understand the basic building blocks of a great resume. It has been an extremely important lifelong learning for me. After finalizing my resume, I had a look at my previous year’s submitted version and could see a stark difference in the quality. This set the tone for my applications. ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Transparent, Encouraging & Makes You Think, Duke Admit
    6 years ago
    I joined Admissions Gateway as I heard positive reviews since the last 4 years. I had hour long discussions with perhaps 10+ international consultants before zeroing in on Admissions Gateway. Unlike most consultants who gave generic feedback on a timed clock, Chimni helped me understand my profile and story positioning even before I signed up. He was upfront about my chances at various schools, did not give false hope but rather some much needed confidence after I'd been demotivated by a few other's opinions on my prospects. We were both on the same page and this clarity before signing up is what stood out to me and I appreciated the most about Admissions Gateway. Chimni helped me transform my resume and trained me to think hard and ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Deep Understanding Of The Tech Industry, MIT admit
    6 years ago
    I have 15+ years of technology experience and am based out of the US. Working with Rajdeep was great because he could actually understand the work I do and had the product management and managerial experience to bring out the best of my work. Rajdeep was fully committed to helping me succeed and his response rate was great. On both knowledge and care, I have to give him top points. The best combination of a consultant who has a technical background to understand your work and has a superb understanding of the MBA admissions process.
    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Direct & Constructive Feedback! Wharton Admit!
    6 years ago
    Most applicants think highly of themselves and may not be geared up to work as hard as they should. Working with Chimni you will get a reality check. He will give you feedback without beating around the bush and let you know exactly where the app stands. He knows what he is talking about and thoroughly scrutinizes your application. He has discussions and brainstorming sessions, almost making your story his own. He will steer you away from whims and fancies and is always someone who looks forward. If you get a reject he will not let you dwell on it and just move you on to focusing on the next school. I can say that he is arguably the best consultant. Of the 5 other people in ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Kellogg, LBS & Darden Forte Scholarship
    6 years ago
    A few of my friends who were successfully admitted to multiple schools including INSEAD and Wharton recommended me to Rajdeep Chimni or as he is known 'Chimni' (among my friends who graduated from top MBAs). It was a great decision to work with him as the process became much smoother with his insights and connections in the industry. I got into my top choice schools and recommend Chimni to all my friends and also spread the word through Poets and Quants great platform! There were a few things that really struck me and that I would like to highlight: ·His ability to manage an applicant’s expectations out of the process is good. He knows the system in and out which enables him to pin-point the strengths and weaknesses ...
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    Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Commitment To Excellence, Haas ($$)
    6 years ago
    I chose Admissions Gateway based on its excellent track record. My dilemma was justifying the reason for a second MBA and limited measurable achievements outside the workplace, both of which Chimni helped overcome. What I liked best about working with Admissions Gateway was the immediate Feedback & Response – Chimni was always available and immediate in sharing feedback on essays or offering guidance on issues. Chimni has a clear understanding of the kind of measurable achievements that top MBA colleges are looking for. He pushed me to identify such instances in my personal and professional life. He was great at helping me articulate the various chapters of my story as meaningful achievements to weave a compelling application. His commitment to excellence was reflected in his critical ...
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    Class of 2015 Admit
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  • Inspirational Commitment To Students, Kellogg Admit
    6 years ago
    I heard about Admissions Gateway through a friend at Wharton who spoke about the strong commitment, story-telling skills and personalized attention provided to each candidate. I had applied to Kellogg and Fuqua last year and decided to work with Rajdeep for my interviews and group discussion. Chimni is extremely thorough with his work. He took time to understand my profile thoroughly well and helped me articulate my story in the most immaculate way. He went out of his way to give me extra time and guided me well to craft a strong case because he genuinely cared about me. He ensured that I was confident and provided me with amazing tips which drastically improved my interview skills. I have learnt so much from him on a personal ...
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    Class of 2021 Admit
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  • Honest, Sincere & One Of The Best Worldwide - Two Top-5 admits!
    6 years ago
    I discussed my case with top admissions consultants and eventually joined Chimni. The first thing that hit me hard that he was brutally honest about everything. I realized that a top 5 college is no cakewalk and every aspect of the application would need to be compelling to get an admit. In my opinion, Chimni stands out in the three major areas: First, he has the qualification and the experience for the job. After getting a Kellogg admit and interacting with others from the school, I realized how well connected Chimni is with his alma mater. Coupled with his 10+ years of admissions consulting experience, this creates a good network to tap into. He put me in touch with numerous students and alumni from my target schools ...
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  • Goes Above & Beyond: LBS / INSEAD Admits
    6 years ago
    I was re-applying and started early with Rajdeep in the month of May, aiming to apply to LBS, Kellogg and INSEAD. My process started with building my resume. Rajdeep put special emphasis on the resume as it becomes the base of your essays, recommendations and interviews. My resume process went on for a month and we made 6-7 drafts till we were happy with the one we have. We were able to quantify every achievement which made the resume very punchy and professional. Rajdeep’s patience and commitment to delivering results was visible in my resume process itself. Rajdeep provided access to the rich network of Admission Gateway’s alumni network across B-schools, who were supportive and friendly in helping me out with my questions and connecting me with ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Chimni Stands Out - Admitted To Stern
    6 years ago
    I was in working in CPG and had applied once before with a top US consultant. I applied to 7 schools that year with their help and was dinged by all. I could not understand where I went wrong and the consultant’s team were not helpful in giving specific feedback. It was then that a friend, who had had a similar experience, referred me to Chimni. In our first meeting Chimni explained to me step by step how my application needed to be improved. What really separates Chimni is his systematic and well thought out customized approach for each of his students. He has a deep understanding of what each of the top schools is looking for in a candidate and helps you to build your ...
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  • Chimni will even work with you at 2AM! - Kellogg Admit
    6 years ago
    I have a CPG background and was referred by a friend at Unilever. I joined Chimni because of his stellar track record. The best part of working with Chimni was the detailed planning for each component of the application process. He always pushed me to reflect and expand my view point of the content that I had put up in each of my application materials and write in the most impactful manner. Chimni has deep expertise in the admissions process which reduces the time required to research schools. Further, I could easily tap into the AG alumni network to get school specific information to build content for each of my essays. Chimni helped me to position my application in the most differentiated manner and enabled me ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Best in the business. Booth and 3 other schools with ($$)
    6 years ago
    I was an early stage candidate (2+ years of work experience in the technology industry) and decided to take a crack at b-school. Initially I started with a US consultant but was not sure what value I was getting. A student at Kellogg recommended reaching out to Chimni. When I spoke with him, his approach and expectations were what I were looking for. He suggested using the tips and working with my US consultant and also how to get more out of the engagement. However after the call I then did a lot of research and after talking to many students I gave up my $3500 deposit with the US firm and joined Chimni. I applied to a mix of top-10 and top-5 schools. The ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Patient and structured, 3 admits including Wharton
    6 years ago
    I was looking for a consultant who could help me secure an admit to a top-5 US B-School and Rajdeep came highly recommended by friends who had made it to top US schools. His approach is very structured and professional. We began with the resume and his way of looking at it from a strategic lens made my resume really strong. I had an operations background so I was earlier struggling with presenting the bigger picture. We finalized our schools, picking Wharton, Kellogg, Darden and Ross in Round 1. Rajdeep’s approach of deep research on schools made my essays very relevant and specific to the schools. He was extremely patient despite multiple iterations, helping perfect the essays. The engagement went beyond what I had expected or ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Re-applicant: Harvard ($$$) and Wharton ($), Husband also admitted to Harvard
    6 years ago
    I applied to Stanford, Wharton, Sloan, Kellogg with another leading consultant last year. This year I worked with Chimni as a senior manager in my previous company recommended him. Right from resume consultation to helping with the interviews, I found Chimni’s suggestions helpful. Overall, his comprehensive understanding of the application process and of schools’ characteristics helped me best structure my life story and highlight the relevant areas of my experience and personality in my applications. In my case what also stood out was Chimni’s extensive knowledge about the world of startups, given his numerous experiences with folks from similar background - which not only made it really easy to discuss the big picture with him but also made his guidance very crisp and to the point instead ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • More like a friend than a consultant - Harvard admit with $108,000
    6 years ago
    Two colleagues at HBS and college seniors recommended me to Rajdeep. Talking to Rajdeep felt like talking to a friendly, super-approachable advisor rather than talking to a strict professional consultant. It started with the resume building process. Aware that there was a time-crunch, Rajdeep set up multiple appointments in short intervals to help me progress through this stage. At the end of 10 days, I felt proud that “I” was the person being described in the resume. It was a complete overhaul. Comparing the “Before Rajdeep” and “After Rajdeep” CVs made me realize how beautifully one’s credentials can be narrated in a concise yet impactful manner without exaggerating whatsoever. In Round 1, I was applying to 3 schools (HBS, Darden and Kellogg). The toughest challenge was putting ...
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  • Chimni helped me work smarter rather than harder
    6 years ago
    I joined Chimni because of his proven track record and as he showed confidence in my profile in the first couple of interactions. While working with Chimni 3 things really stood out for me: Quality - His commitment to quality is brilliant. When an nth draft for Wharton essays seemed like a neat final draft to me, Rajdeep made me consistently improve it. As a result I ended up submitting, say an (n+5)th or (n+6)th draft. Same holds true for his attention to detail. For my Harvard essay, he kept working with me to iterate on versions of one sentence to figure out which one captured the sentiment in the most optimum fashion. Structured approach - Being in the industry long and having had a great ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Kellogg Admit- one of the best consultants one can find!
    6 years ago
    Working in Japan and Thailand, I decided to pursue my MBA to move from R&D to consulting. After talking to several consultants, I decided to go with Admissions Gateway as many of my friends gave great reviews of Chimni. When I started with Chimni, I thought my resume was very good but then found out that there is a structured and different way of presenting things, beginning with the basic STAR format. I was forced to think a lot more deeply about why I was doing the work I was doing and what impact my work had on the organisation. The resume makeover was tiring but amazing. After short listing schools, I devoted time networking with college students/alums. Chimni helped get in touch with 4-5 ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Round two admit to Booth!
    6 years ago
    I had applied in R1 on my own without success. I then reached out to Chimni for a ding analysis and to see how he could help me, as he had a track record of helping people from my college. He provided great insight on my resume and application and I decided to work with him for R2. Chimni helped me revamp my resume to bring out the depth of my experience and the strategic importance of the work I did. This helped shape my stories for behavioral essays as well. Chimni also helped me connect with people at my target schools, and my research on schools and ability to articulate why I wanted to attend a school or what I could contribute improved. The interview ...
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    Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Darden (and Stern) with 100% scholarship
    6 years ago
    I started my MBA application process with Rajdeep in June. To begin with, we worked on my resume. While working on the resume he would ask me questions which prompted me to think about my work in a strategic way. It helped my resume standout among a pool of competitive IT/tech applicants. My resume went through a complete transformation after we iterated it a few times. When it came to my applications we worked on a couple of stories and polished it to near perfection. Again, here Chimni helped me in thinking through the scenario, asking "the hows" and "the whys" which made my stories unique. His process ensures that one shows impact in their application, which is really important. In the end I got ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Fuqua Grad (Class of 2016)
    6 years ago
    I was referred to Rajdeep by two of my friends at top B-schools. He had an immaculate track record and a reputation for working hard. I hit it off with him during the initial evaluation, so I decided to join him. Besides my experience of 3 years in the corporate world, I had taken a shot at entrepreneurship. However, due to my experience in a non-traditional entrepreneurial venture, I was unclear on how to make my case. Rajdeep helped me focus my efforts on those aspects of my profile that truly mattered. He helped flesh out the strongest aspects from my profile and package them in the best possible form. Rajdeep possesses superior knowledge of business schools as well as of the business world at large - ...
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    Class of 2016 Admit
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  • Darden with 100% scholarship
    6 years ago
    A friend at Harvard referred me to Chimni. After talking to Chimni, I felt he had a definite, logical perspective to each part of the application. I liked that and joined AG. For every school’s application Chimni’s hard hitting, objective analysis of my ideas encouraged me to go deeper into introspection and clearly formulate robust fundamentals of my story. I think he instinctively brings this strong and relevant ability to the table which really stood out for me. He was always connected with me throughout the process and was very involved in all the steps of my application. I greatly admire Chimni’s perseverance as he patiently guided me on my thoughts and approach which changed with every revision of my essays. I knew I can call ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Encouraging, pragmatic and very hard working
    6 years ago
    I had a GMAT score of 650 and was an early stage candidate. Rajdeep was frank about my chances of getting into an MBA program. He gave me realistic options after considering my profile. This pragmatic approach to the applications was the reason why I decided to work with him. Rajdeep encouraged me to give the GMAT again and I improved to 690. He helped me portray work experience that showed substantial contributions and achievements, which I was able to use to draft up the essays. The inputs received while drafting the essays were invaluable and made each essay more insightful. The help provided during the interview was also another point that stood out for me. Rajdeep helped me portray my best self to the interviewer by ...
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    Class of 2017 Admit
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  • Non-traditional background, distance undergrad, Wharton MBA Admit
    6 years ago
    I had a "non-traditional" background with distance education undergrad and a masters in rural management. I worked on long distance trains when I was 17 years old. I then entered the corporate sector about 6 years before applying for business schools. Add to this my sub-3.0 GPA, which made my chances of admission dicey. Very few consultants truly believed that I could make it to a top-5 school, so I decided to work with Rajdeep as he thought I had a shot. Rajdeep helped me look at the larger picture, and introspect on the reasoning behind my decisions and also helped me paint a vivid picture of the hardships faced in a government work context as that truly brought out some differentiated characteristics. He made me reach ...
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    Class of 2015 Admit
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  • Multiple Top-10 Admits
    6 years ago
    I connected with Rajdeep after hearing rave reviews from a bunch of trusted friends and seniors from my undergrad. All of them had managed to get through top-15 B-schools around the globe, and more often than not, with hefty scholarships. Another thing that helped cement my decision to work with Rajdeep was his free 30-min Profile Evaluation. Having worked with a ton of people from my background, he was honest in giving me feedback about my strengths and weaknesses, and how I could best leverage my experience to write a compelling narrative. Once we started working together, I was blown away by his structured approach to the application process, and as we progressively worked from the resume all the way to application essays, Rajdeep helped me ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Honest, even blunt, makes you feel you can do better - Booth ($$)
    6 years ago
    I gained admission to Chicago Booth with $$ scholarship. Initially, I was not planning on working with a consultant but I was strongly encouraged to do so by several students. I chose Chimni from Admissions Gateway as he had great experience of helping students to the top-10 b-schools. Two things that really stood out in working with him -Honest and blunt feedback on all work: This helped me get to a polished application much sooner - be it during resume reviews, goal setting, essay reviews -Return time: When I had my deadlines closer, the time that he took to return my work, and spend time during the call was really good. Chimni challenged my thought process - all resume bullets, or essay points were challenged. Each ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Puts his heart and soul in your application, Harvard ($100K), Kellogg ($140K) & Tuck ($40K)
    6 years ago
    I heard excellent feedback from friends at Harvard and Wharton who had worked with Chimni. I signed on with him after having spoken to several other international consultants. Though Rajdeep was not as reassuring about my chances (we were talking only the top-3 schools) as I would have liked in the initial call, I appreciated his candor and willingness to provide straight, honest feedback. He stayed true to this trait throughout the application process – never diluting his opinion, never settling for anything less than a top-notch draft, and never giving up unless I did. I remember when I really wanted to apply to this top-5 school in Round 1 but was severely behind on my essays, having had to take a few weeks off mid-process. Rajdeep agreed ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Patient and structured, 3 admits including Wharton
    6 years ago
    I was looking for a consultant who could help me secure an admit to a top-5 US B-School and Rajdeep came highly recommended by friends who had made it to top US schools. His approach is very structured and professional. We began with the resume and his way of looking at it from a strategic lens made my resume really strong. I had an operations background so I was earlier struggling with presenting the bigger picture. We finalized our schools, picking Wharton, Kellogg, Darden and Ross in Round 1. Rajdeep’s approach of deep research on schools made my essays very relevant and specific to the schools. He was extremely patient despite multiple iterations, helping perfect the essays. The engagement went beyond what I had expected or imagined. ...
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    Class of 2016 Applicant
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  • Booth, Sloan, Stern, Darden - and I learned so much during the process!
    6 years ago
    Hi, I am attending Booth and will be working in consulting full time. I was in the technology sector and had less than average work experience. With the goal of targeting the top-5 b-schools, I evaluated numerous consultants but the reason I chose to work with Rajdeep Chimni was that I felt he understood my background, my achievements and the challenges of being an international applicant. He was also recommended by a friend who got into Booth. Chimni had a scientific approach to the entire process. He helped me hedge my risks by making me apply to 2 reach schools, 1 safe school, and 2 dream schools. This gave me both a safety net in the top-10 while trying for the top-5. My first challenge ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Great mentor now friend, Tuck admit!
    6 years ago
    I decided to work with Rajdeep after very strong recommendations from college seniors and friends. For me the challenge was presenting a coherent story due to multiple job switches and Rajdeep helped me tremendously with this. He understands the process really well. There was this time when I was really nervous about an interview and he was very patient during the mocks, helping me build my confidence. He was just there, available all of the time to address the smallest of my doubts even at 3 a.m. in the morning. Rajdeep will not let anyone send in anything mediocre. I remember there was this essay that I wasn’t positioning well and he kept iterating and telling me how to take a different approach specific to that school. He ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Great mentorship, got into LBS and then Bain
    6 years ago
    I worked with Rajdeep on my Masters in Management Application to London Business School. Despite applying very late in the process (4th Round) and tight deadlines, Rajdeep was phenomenal in helping me put together my essays and story. Rajdeep works harder than you and brings a lot of experience and understanding of different schools. During the process his work on my CV was phenomenal and I ended up using the same CV for my strategy consulting applications, successfully. I would strongly recommend him as a thought partner as you start your MBA / MiM journey.
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  • Helps portray your personal story, Johnson MBA
    6 years ago
    A friend at Kellogg referred me to Rajdeep. He provided in-depth guidance on getting the personal story in the right shape for the various essays (Cornell and Booth). On many occasions, Rajdeep helped me identify what needed to be shown in the essays and what didn’t. He also helped me trim my responses to the interview questions and made them more crisp and direct. As the essays required a lot of secondary research and guidance from alumni and current students, Rajdeep also helped me tap his vast network at the top schools to network and gain first hand insight on courses, clubs, experiential programs and culture.
    Class of 2016 Other
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  • Top 5 admission
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep is an excellent consultant and really works deeply with a client to get the best from them. He understands the market so well and gives such tailored advice. My resume looked completely different with his intervention. I highly recommend him to everyone
    Class of 2010 Admit
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  • Husband and wife, two M7 admits
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep’s advice was extremely helpful for my MBA application. His input on my resume and school selection strategy helped me navigate the admissions process successfully. The fact that he is an MBA from a top US school helped polish my thinking towards the essays and recommendations and in creating a sell-able story. When my wife was applying to b-school two years later we took advice from Rajdeep again. His work rate and time spent fine tuning small details is phenomenal and it showed as both of us ended up at M7 schools!
    Class of 2013 Admit
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  • Third time applying, 4 admits including MIT
    6 years ago
    This was my third year of applications. Over two years, all I could manage was few interviews. After talking to many consultants, I was confident that I had a good profile - 760 GMAT, Undergraduate degree from IIT and some of the best start-ups on my resume. However, I had struggled to connect the dots and present my candidacy in the best way. After painful rejections, an MBA consultant pointed me toward Rajdeep Chimni. Chimni pointed out a few very important mistakes and tangible ways to improve the profile. He seemed logical and I could see a much better approach to tackle the process. The process began by revamping the interview, and I could see a big difference. I believe that while my resume earlier was quite ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Helped me navigate a profile weakness, Duke MBA
    6 years ago
    I worked with Chimni when I was applying to 3 top schools in the US. He spent time to understand my background and experiences, helped me craft the most effective narrative that brought out my unique qualities, and further polish them so that my application really stood out in front of the admission committees. He also helped to very effectively navigate a profile weakness that I had. Would strongly recommend working with him.
    Class of 2014 Other
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  • Super dedicated, helped me relax and execute in 45 days, Wharton, Kellogg and Tuck admit
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep has helped many people from Bain to the top schools so a friend referred me. I started in round 2 so I was late and had 1.5 months to apply to all my schools. Rajdeep took a lot of the stress I had regarding Bschool apps away from my shoulders, and I appreciated his involvement and dedication. He knew his stuff, that is, what schools are looking for and his advice was valuable. I felt relaxed and I could think and focus knowing that I had the right help. I gained admission to Wharton, Tuck and Ross.
    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Structured, logical and encouraging – Kellogg and Yale admit
    6 years ago
    Unlike other consultants who discouraged applying to most of the top b-schools, Chimni evaluated my dream school options and encouraged me to apply to a perfect mix of top and safe schools. Chimni applied a very well-structured logic-based approach at each stage of the application process. Firstly he understood my goals and choice of schools at a personal level. He encouraged me to apply to schools that seemed fit to my kind of profile. Secondly, his step by step approach to target one element of the application at a time helped me optimize my time, serving as an integral part of the strenuous application process. His inputs were very to-the-point, solution driven, and backed by strong logic, speaking highly of his experience in working with candidates from ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Process made me more self-assured and confident- re-applicant, Columbia admit
    6 years ago
    My husband, a Kellogg alum, recommended Rajdeep. I had an initial conversation with Rajdeep and he gave me great feedback regarding my candidacy. Also, I was impressed by his strategy to present my professional and personal experiences for a strong application. I was a re-applicant and was faced with the challenge of changing my positioning in just 6 months. I think what Rajdeep does best is that he gives a structure – a clear time schedule to accomplish each part of the application so you only have to think about one school/deliverable at a time plus a format to think about each prompt. He pushes you to get as detailed as possible and his clarity of thought is brilliant which reflected in all my work ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Booth admit and a lot of clarity on personal and professional goals
    6 years ago
    I applied to Harvard, Booth, Columbia, INSEAD and Stanford last year but did not make it. Upon speaking to friends, it was clear that everyone in my circle who was attending the top 10 schools worked with Rajdeep Chimni. As a re-applicant, I was unsure of applying again. I was recommended to speak to Chimni and assess my chances. Rajdeep was perceptive and quick in giving objective feedback on my resume and alignment of goals and skills, and was confident about my application. I applied to 4 schools in R1- Booth, Tuck, Ross and Yale. The thought process of school evaluation in alignment with goals was critical. One of the challenging parts was to re-think my career in terms of skills and translating that into ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Worked with Chimni and Sandy. Much better experience and HBS ($100K), Kellogg ($100K) result with Chimni!
    6 years ago
    I have 3+ years of experience in Healthcare and was targeting the top b-schools. After talking to friends from college who were admitted to the top-5 and hearing positive reviews I decided to work with 2 top counselors Sandy for HBS and Chimni for the other schools. The toughest challenge was identifying the focal points of my personal and professional story. This is where I thought I got more directed inputs from Chimni. While Sandy focused on what's wrong Chimni focused on what to do about it. It was a great help also that all inputs were illustrative and i knew exactly what to do next. This is were the apporach of talking to chimni was much better for me than getting some comments on ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Total game-changer, multiple admits, attending Kellogg
    6 years ago
    Working with Chimni was a game-changer for my applications. He really helped me discover my strengths and streamline my stories to align with my post-mba goals. The best part was the extent he went to in order to bring out the best application, without counting the number of consultations or iterations. I got admits from 2 schools & 1 wait-list) and I am at my dream school, Kellogg. Once admitted I was surprised to see how many of Chimni's client's were admitted to Kellogg!
    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Kellogg admit
    6 years ago
    Post my 30-minute free consultation I knew I had found the right admissions counselor. I worked on improving my GMAT score and achieved a 40 point increase. We targeted schools across Round 1 and 2 and applied to a range in the top-15. We worked on presenting the collaborative aspects and strategic impact of my work and then found a way to align these with my goals. Chimni found ways to convey my story in a concise and impactful manner in the interview by guiding me through several mock interviews. He was very flexible in accommodating sudden changes in admissions strategy or work schedules. I received admissions from Yale, Tuck, Fuqua and Kellogg with $100K scholarship. In hindsight, I see 3 major reasons for my success. ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Fashion undergrad: Kellogg & Ross ($), highly personal service
    6 years ago
    The personal attention that I got was the best part of my experience with Chimni. Through the entire stressful application process, I felt like I had someone along with me in the journey, cheering me on. Whether it was sending me reminders when I was procrastinating on my essays or editing them on deadline days, I knew that there was someone as invested as I was in making sure the application that got submitted was of the best possible quality. Coming from a non-traditional background (retail) with a fashion major in undergrad, I was concerned about how I could tell my story concisely and with enough context through my applications. Chimni helped me with every step, starting with resume building right through to mock interviews. When working ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Top schools admit and great experience
    6 years ago
    While scouting for admissions consultants, it was refreshing to come across someone like Rajdeep, who gave very honest feedback about target schools, required GMAT scores and weaknesses in my profile. What convinced me to work with him were the excellent reviews from his clients, who are now in top business schools. In retrospect, it was the best decision I made as I got into two top schools (ranked 3rd and 4th). I greatly enjoyed working with Rajdeep and the real testimony to our working relationship is that now I consider him a friend and a mentor. Some of the key things about Rajdeep’s working style, which I really liked, were: 1) He is really calm. There is never an emergency even ...
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    Class of 2016 Admit
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  • Re-applicant admitted to Wharton
    6 years ago
    I applied last year but felt later that I had a lot of shortcomings in my profile, had changed jobs many times and didn’t have a clear picture about how to go about my applications. When I approached Chimni I was facing several challenges. I didn’t know how to use my time in the months leading up to the admissions season. I was not sure whether I should retake the GMAT or research the programs and Chimni was incredibly helpful in helping me plan. Chimni helped me build clarity on how to portray my story and my various experiences: how to select and curate the relevant ones which would portray my traits. I spent ample time brainstorming key experiences with him and then selecting stories and bringing ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • HBS and Kellogg with $100K at each!
    6 years ago
    I had an ambitious target of making it to a top-5 business school. I was looking for guidance from someone who had experience counseling students who attended these schools and would help me think through how to best represent myself while ensuring authenticity and making sure MY story would shine. A friend at Wharton informed me that Rajdeep was hands-on and had a clear understanding of the admissions process. I faced two challenges: 1. Lack of time: I began thinking about applying in July-Aug. Despite the crunched timelines and having to work on applications while balancing a demanding work schedule, Rajdeep helped me structure the workload and meet R1 deadlines. 2. Lesser work experience: When I applied I had under 2.5 years of experience. Through the resume building ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • The best for re-applicants, Yale admit
    6 years ago
    I was a re-applicant targeting the top 10-12 b-schools. Rajdeep helped me do the following things differently this time. Resume: My earlier resume solely focused on consulting projects while applying for class of 2017. It looked more like a resume for a job than for a business school application. The feedback I got from Admissions Gateway counselors was to include more firm specific and practice specific stories instead of project level bullets. I incorporated this feedback by including themes on practice/ business and firm development and leadership roles in a STAR format. Most business school use VMock as a tool to evaluate resumes. It gives a score which considers things like formatting, strength of bullets, word usage, etc. I used my bschool application resume as a ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Kellogg, Booth, INSEAD and Tuck admits!
    6 years ago
    When I started with MBA apps there was a huge amount of confusion in my mind with the number of choices/ decisions/ information so I decided to work with a top notch MBA consulting firm which had proven results. I saw a lot of consultants charge exorbitantly with variable results. My friends at Harvard and Wharton recommended Chimni so after an initial chat I signed on. I applied to Wharton, Kellogg and Tuck. A lot of time went into understanding my work at a more strategic level and then we framed the resume. This process helped me understand the criticality of what I was doing and the impact it was leading too. This helped in my essays as I was able to tell Macro stories ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Gives structure, helps bring out your most authentic version (IMD Admit )
    6 years ago
    I am based in Europe and was looking for someone to help me structure my thoughts as I prepared to re-enter student life. In Rajdeep, I found a counselor who helped me do exactly that. Rajdeep helped me remove complexity from the way I expressed myself in my essays and CV, helping me deliver the emotion I wanted to express in its purest form. He made me think about the what and the why. You will soon realize that applying for an MBA is an extremely time consuming process. Having Rajdeep support me during this period was crucial to staying on track and meeting deadlines! Thanks for the hard questions and keeping me on track Rajdeep.
    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Positioning masterclass, admitted to Kellogg and 3 others with one full scholarship
    6 years ago
    When I got my GMAT, I was happy with my score and I thought that I could get admission into the top 15 but I wasn’t sure how to approach the application process. I met Rajdeep and showed him my resume which I thought was very good but he rated it 2.5 out of 10 which came as a surprise as I had put in a lot of effort on developing it. Rajdeep changed how I should portray my strengths and helped build and bring out my story. Now when I look back, I understand the 2.5 rating! He also ensures that the school is the right fit for you and that you are a right fit for the schools. So in choosing the right school ...
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    - ashish415bitsian
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  • Works personally, candid and patient (Yale admit)
    6 years ago
    I considered a couple of International consultants when I first considered applying for b-schools. I read extensively online and held initial telephonic conversations with each before deciding to work with Chimni. I was drawn to Admissions Gateway as Chimni personally works on each of the applications that ensures you can make the best of his experience. Throughout the process, Chimni was beyond candid, letting me know when something was great or making me start from scratch when it was not. He was always reachable and patient, often responding within hours of my countless emails, day and night. Besides having a fantastic eye for helping to craft a narrative around your unique story, he was also very good at keeping me on track with timelines and helping ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Amazing value add, attending Kellogg
    6 years ago
    Having worked with two consultants I saw the additional value Chimni brings for each part of the process. Resume The way Chimni made me think about how to draft the resume was different compared to my previous experience. The resume drafting process was thorough, with a lot of attention paid to which points to cover from my work experience and extracurriculars for maximum impact. Having the resume written out in this format also helped with interview preparation and knowing what points to highlight. Essays Chimni’s method of working on the essays was structured and helped me manage my time well. The process of having an initial kick off call to discuss the content to be covered in each essay, and then working on various drafts and edits worked well ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Great understanding of CPG backgrounds, Johnson Admit
    6 years ago
    I joined Rajdeep as many people from my industry and company had worked with him and seen success at the top schools. My work experience was distinctive and Rajdeep helped me link it to business impact and showcase it in the best light. His resume making skills are extremely good and he unlocks your thought process and makes you see the bigger picture. He supported me on as many iterations on the essays as were needed and was readily available. For interview prep he walked me through both interview frameworks and mocks. Thanks to his help, I gained admission to Cornell.
    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • LBS and Kellogg with < 700
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep was referred to me by a friend who had gained admission to Wharton last year working with him. I had strong work experience with a top-tier management consulting firm overseas; however my low GMAT score below 700 especially given the competitive Indian male category impacted my chances of gaining admission into a top 5 school severely. Rajdeep helped me choose the right schools given his in-depth understanding of both my profile as well as how I could fit into the schools. He was able to weave a very compelling story drawing from different facets of my life I could not connect coherently. He was able to address the GMAT weakness in the optional essay and get me back in the competition. I think they miraculously ...
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    - Harsh Binani
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  • Elder candidate, work ex gap, new job - despite challenges Rajdeep helped me to LBS (29K GBP Scholarship)
    6 years ago
    I had an outlier profile and was looking for a consultant who could still bring out the strength in my story considering all the challenges in my profile. After speaking to many renowned Indian & international consultants and also hearing Rajdeep’s name from some of the alums/students from top schools, I reached out to him and in one discussion, I was sure of working with him for my applications. What helped me a lot in structuring my essays was Rajdeep’s detailed and thought-through structure of each essay. He understood my profile and brought about strength in every essay beyond what I could think of. Some other things that stood out were his always-positive tone of speaking, his follow-ups as if this was his own application - I ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Re-applied in R1/early with better preparation and got admitted to Duke with $$
    6 years ago
    My plans to apply for an MBA program in a top B-school formed in mid-2015. My objective was to get into a top ranked school (USA top 15). After applying to 7 schools in round 2 2015, I ended up getting offers from Tepper (CMU) & Kenan-Flagler (UNC). Tepper is a good school for tech recruitment but somewhere I felt that I could do better. I had conversations with Rajdeep Chimni after hearing positive reviews about Admissions Gateway from few people going to the top-10 b-schools. Rajdeep assessed my chances fairly and told me both the risks and the upside. I took the tough call to apply again after taking various inputs and reflecting on what I wanted to. I first introspected on my previous applications ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Great Resume building experience, selected for the Stanford Reliance Scholarship round!
    6 years ago
    I started worked with Chimni on my resume. He has a structured approach to look at the resume as a whole with a sharp focus on individual sections and points. He gives you great advice on how to reflect on your experiences and articulate each point. He has brilliant resume editing skills as well. My resume now truly reflects the extend of my experience and accomplishments! Chimni helped me refine my goals as I am applying to the Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Scholarship essay. Based on his valuable inputs on the essay both in terms of structure and flow and in terms of content and editing, I got shortlisted for the scholarship.
    Class of 2019 Applicant
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  • Great Wharton TBD guidance, admitted!
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep has a lot of experience of working with prospective MBA applicants from diverse backgrounds. When I reached out to him, he not only helped me in identifying my strengths and weaknesses, but also helped me in establishing a crystal clear strategy for my application process. I have observed Rajdeep going beyond his normal responsibilities/expectations to co-create the strongest possible application, with a strong intent to help every client achieve his/her goal. While working with Rajdeep for my Wharton TBD preparation, I found him very flexible and approachable. He shared important insights for the TBD, and also held a webinar in which first year students discussed their experience. This helped me a lot in cracking the Wharton interview and gaining admission
    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Proven top-5 track record: Wharton ($), Kellogg, Tuck & Ross($$)
    6 years ago
    After doing my research and talking to people at the top-5 schools, Chimni was the automatic choice. Working with him was enriching as it shaped my thought process and helped me put ideas into a more structured and organised manner while emphasizing the broader impact of my achievements. A couple of things really stood out for me during the process: First was the commitment and dedication to ensure that the best application was sent out, even if it meant working on essays at extremely odd hours. Moreover, the r2 applications were tackled with the equal zeal and enthusiasm as the r1 applications. Secondly, the expertise and know-how with respect to every school was something that impressed me. This helped me put forward my best possible application to every ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Got my dream school Kellogg!
    6 years ago
    I had a good profile but was not confident about getting into a Top-5 school. My hectic schedule was not allowing me ample time to focus on my applications. However, I was aiming high and Kellogg was my dream school. Rajdeep encouraged me and helped me gain confidence in my abilities. During the days when I was writing my applications, I usually worked on my applications late into the night after work and Rajdeep used to make time to review my thoughts and bounce ideas. I doubt other consultants would have taken calls after 7 PM. My positioning, demonstration of fit and Rajdeep's support eventually got me admitted into Kellogg.
    Class of 2014 Admit
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  • Got me into Kellogg, Tuck and Booth!
    6 years ago
    Admissions Gateway, (Rajdeep) was immensely helpful. They shared the key aspects to focus on while choosing the school, gave tips and tricks customized to shortlisted schools, heard me out on my story and helped me refine it. My consultant constantly challenged me even if that meant much more time than committed by them to ensure the story was convincing. Post shortlisting, they helped with detailed interview preparation, mocks customized to the school we were looking at.
    - bhavini.malhotra@gmail.com
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  • Great coach helped me gain admission to my dream school
    6 years ago
    I work in HR consulting and was finding it very difficult to draw out the business impact of my work. Chimni helped me think about my work in an organized and strategic manner. I thought about not only what I did but why we did it and how it helped our clients. This gave me a great platform to write my essays. Chimni was tireless in drawing out my characteristics and skill-sets in the essays. There was also a lot of focus on networking and bringing out the relevant attributes in the essays. This gave me a lot of confidence during the interviews as I knew each element of my story well and was able to convey my story with maturity despite being a younger ...
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    - Saanya Bawa
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  • One of the best worldwide, re-applicant, Kellogg with $125K
    6 years ago
    I applied to a few business schools but did not get in. I had sought help from top consultants such as Sandy and Stacy. A known consultant in Mumbai introduced me to Rajdeep as he felt he was the right person to get me into a top-10. My experience with Admissions Gateway was life changing! With my low GPA, poor communication skills and monotonous work experience, I was not going anywhere. I am an entrepreneur and had never built my resume earlier. It was quite challenging initially to align my thoughts and come up with all the work that I have done in STAR format. My friends and mentors were amazed at how well my resume was presented. I then worked with him on my essays. It ...
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    Class of 2016 Admit
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  • Great accessibility and mentorship; Duke with $$
    6 years ago
    During the application process, I had difficulty in portraying the real impact of my work from a business perspective. Rajdeep really helped me understand the larger strategic impact of my work beyond the day to day engagements. Also, I had a very hectic work schedule and often I would get delayed in sending work across, working on neck to neck deadlines. But Rajdeep worked around the timings that were convenient for me, helping meet the deadlines. Rajdeep also did a fantastic job when it came to my essays, helping me identify what the B-schools were looking for and the special USPs in my profile that would appeal to the ad com, making me a perfect fit for the school. All this really worked out well for me ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Admitted off Yale wait-list
    6 years ago
    I come from a manufacturing and operations background and my work was distinct and highly technical. Rajdeep worked with me very patiently to help me change the engineering oriented points to those that showcase business impact, which really helped me put forward my story and essays in an easy to understand manner. I was wait-listed at a few schools and Rajdeep worked with me continuously to keep top of mind at those schools through updates and also provided tips on networking with students to give school specific updates. His accessibility and responsiveness was exceptional. Starting from the interactions on profile to discussions about the various schools and their fit to my profile, he was open to having a thorough conversation and more importantly two-way communication. ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Great mentor, now friend, applied to 3 schools, admit to Kellogg
    6 years ago
    I started working on MBA applications in round 2 and was a bit apprehensive on working with a consultant because of experiences my friends had reported. Working in an unconventional (Oil and Gas) job, I wanted someone who could understand the nuances of my job and guide me how to reflect that in my application essays. While talking to Chimni, I realized he understood my profile and had in-depth knowledge of the admissions process. He also had positive reviews from his previous clients, and working with Chimni turned to the best decision as he is heavily invested in helping his client’s succeed. The initial brainstorming session with Chimni helped crystallize my short term and long term goals. He carefully listened to my personal and professional journey so ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Ross (2017) to Harvard (2018), 6 admits >$300K in scholarship
    6 years ago
    A friend who worked with Rajdeep and gained admission to Harvard recommended me to him. I had been admitted to a couple of colleges in the previous year, but I thought it was possible to do better. My feedback from Tuck had been about my story being convoluted. Speaking with Chimni further gave me the confidence that he would add a lot of value in my application strategy and with crafting the story/narrative. During the profile evaluation, Chimni showed a lot of confidence in my profile and was sure that I could crack an M-7 school. He was straightforward and direct in pointing out both my weaknesses and strengths. I was also impressed with his knowledge of the process specific to each school. During the process he was ...
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    Class of 2020 Other
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  • Successful re-application, defining resume making input
    6 years ago
    Working with Rajdeep on my resume was the defining moment of my MBA application journey. After getting rejected without interview from all the B-Schools that I applied to during the 2016 cycle, I approached Rajdeep who helped me realize the strategic impact of my work-experience during the resume building process. Rajdeep helped me identify various leadership stories which boosted my confidence tremendously. Moreover, it helped me understand my personal brand, helped me understand the strength of my candidacy and provided me with a framework to position myself strategically. With all this, I was able to put together a much stronger set of applications for 2017 admission cycle, received multiple interview invites (Tuck, UT-Austin-McCombs and Emory-Goizueta) and have decided to matriculate at UT-Austin (McCombs). Rajdeep has ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Helps you stay true to yourself, Kellogg, Stern and Ross Admits
    6 years ago
    After speaking to multiple students even consultants many suggested that I change my story and put in a consulting focus to make it more saleable to ad-coms. This did not ring true to me and I was uncomfortable with digressing from the main text. When I spoke to Chimni at Admissions Gateway he gave me the confidence to pursue my “Start-up theme” while showcasing how we could give it strategic direction. My GPA was a little on the lower side. Moreover, professionally I had been working with start-ups and not with a McKinsey or Goldman which are feeders to the top B Schools. Chimni allayed these apprehensions and helped me focus on the positives such as two promotions and the right portfolio at work. The next ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • High standards, no compromise - Cornell Johnson graduate
    6 years ago
    After talking to friends and students I decided to work with Chimni. He helped outline an exhaustive plan leading up to the deadlines spanning 6-7 months so that one could map everything out. What stood out for me was that the resume was customized as per ones goals and thus a consulting resume was different from say product management. My resume took close to 22 iterations but I was happy with the final result as I learnt how to portray my experiences. We then worked on outlining the goals. Usually you have an overall goal but we went into the specifics like which industry, how to align this with my profile, what skills I need etc. The most important part was the essays and interviews ...
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    Class of 2018 Other
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  • Clear, methodological and decisive, a rare combination. Tuck ($) & Kellogg ($$) admits
    6 years ago
    In multiple conversations with past applicants/current b-school students, Rajdeep Chimni’s name was a constant as the go-to consultant. Given the market perception and how clear and concise Rajdeep was with his inputs in initial conversations, I signed up. I also had other friends working with him which made the decision easy. Rajdeep is a great asset to any candidate applying to top ranked international b-schools. He brings to the table clarity of thought and decisiveness in action which is quite rare. His methodological approach helps in prioritisation and time-management, especially critical when you have 4-5 applications to submit in quick time. He clearly communicated review timelines, and allowed for multiple reviews and edits. My CV looked a 100x better due to Chimni’s inputs. For my Kellogg ...
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    - tarun joshi
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  • Booth with Scholarship
    6 years ago
    I was a second MBA applicant and a friend at Stern referred me to Rajdeep. The end-to-end ownership Rajdeep took for the process was remarkable. Rajdeep has a keen eye for detail and I greatly appreciate his concern for the candidate succeeding in the application process. In my case, the points Rajdeep mentioned on making my SOP more detailed, ‘action-oriented’ and realistic were very helpful. Rajdeep has good knowledge of different career tracks and he helped me think through the application like a business proposal. He truly went much above and beyond what I had expected.
    Class of 2016 Admit
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  • Great attention to personal story helped with admit to Wharton ($$)
    6 years ago
    I applied last year with no consultant and gained admission to Tuck. At the same time, I got a product manager role in Team I really wanted. I decided to change jobs and move to US for a product manager role instead of starting Bschool. The bug to do an MBA didn't end, however and this time I thought about whether getting a consultant would help frame my story better. And no regrets there! I then had a few calls with Rajdeep Chimni and discussed my application and background. He was surprised that I had given up Tuck but he focused on forming the right stories and figuring out the areas we could leverage. I saw how I could improve my applications and started my ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Top quality framework, driven application preparation
    6 years ago
    Having spent more than 10 years in the industry and having led large teams, I thought I had a very good idea of what a successful MBA application should contain. This notion lasted till I interacted with Rajdeep. He very quickly was able to explain what the gaps in my thought process were and how important it is to use consulting frameworks to make my application better. He also helped me with visualizing what my complete story should be and how to make sure its completely represented in my application. Using frameworks like STAR we were able to build a succinct and powerful resume, which helped me not just with my admission to ISB, but was useful for my post MBA job interviews too. Rajdeep drives you ...
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    Class of 2014 Admit
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  • You give 100%, Chimni will give 200%, Kellogg Admit
    6 years ago
    I am a double MBA candidate and I was very sceptical regarding my candidacy in Top 10 schools. I was working in the field of retail and operations so did not have the typical big brand feeder companies on my resume. I am sharing some observations for each part of the process: · Resume building: Chimni was thorough in helping me build the resume. He gave me a structured approach to think about each bullet point in detail. He guided me to reflect on my work and make it look strategic as compared to operational. After this, all essays, interview answers and stories derived were clear to me. · School selection: Already holding an MBA, I was ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Personal mentor, goes out of his way, top-10 admit
    6 years ago
    I reapplied to business schools in 2017-18 after working with a well known US consultant the previous year. When I planned to reapply, I spoke to many consultants. I remember Chimni being the only one who asked me for my previous applications and discussed my essays and goals in detail. Chimni's genuineness and unselfishness were clearly reflected as he spared more than an hour with me, though we had not started working together. (Our association was still not finalized). I finalized to work with Chimni and Admissions Gateway in May 2017 and probably was one of his first client's for that year. During the course of my interaction with Chimni, I never felt like I was working with a consultant. He was more like my personal ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Personal attention, re-applicant to Kellogg with ($$$)
    6 years ago
    A friend at Kellogg referred me to Chimni. I think he has the best balance of track record, value for money and personal commitment to an applicant. Few things that stood out for me: 1) Structure: The entire process starting from recommendation to essays is neatly structured that brings predictability to the process and helps plan things. Chimni helped me better research the school as well as leveraged his vast personal network to connect with relevant people, which makes the content rich. 2) Personal involvement: Chimni was personally involved till the end. This brings confidence in the applicant as well as continuity to the overall process. It also helps you in the applications of other schools I ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Second MBA applicant, admitted to Wharton and Kellogg
    6 years ago
    I started my campaign in R2 and applied to 4 schools with Rajdeep. A couple of things that stood out: 1. Honest Feedback – Rajdeep was very honest throughout the process. His candid feedback was very useful in crafting a compelling application. 2. Focus on introspection – Rajdeep’s inputs helped to make my resume more ‘achievements focused’. My most significant achievements turned out to be things I had not thought of mentioning. The resume building exercise was helpful in identifying what I should highlight in the essays. We then worked on my goals. With 5 years of experience, I was sure of what my goals are and why I needed to go to business school again. However, Rajdeep encouraged me to research extensively, define clearly what ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Practical Structured Approach to Building Strong Resumes
    6 years ago
    I worked with Rajdeep on my resume and as promised it went from a 2/10 resume to an 8/10. Rajdeep has an extremely structured approach to the resume building process and spends a good amount of time understanding your company's business, your role, and how has it evolved over your career. He then gives you steller examples from your kind of industry and profile explaining how the same projects can be depicted as a bad and good bullet point on your resume. There are a lot of approaches to building a resume but his concise format that you can fit into 1 page and his formula for distributing the different resume sections in proportion to your number of work experience was really helpful for me. ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Transparent and direct advise- Booth graduate
    6 years ago
    I would strongly recommend Chimni to any candidate. He gave me a very honest review even before I used his services. Since I was not sure if he could help, Chimni looked at my application and advised me to what degree I would need help. In my case, my resume was fine, but my essays needed work. In fact, I applied to some of the top-5 universities as advised. Over the application period, Chimni worked closely with me, guiding me through the essays. When I managed to get interviews at three out of five schools, Chimni gave me practice interviews as well. I am happy to say I got into my first choice; Chimni played a major role in my getting into one of the top universities ...
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    - S Set
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  • Re-applicant specialist: upgrade from Kelly to Duke ($)
    6 years ago
    Last year, I applied to 8 schools in R2 and got a shock as I gained admission only to Kelley. I reached out to Rajdeep Chimni at Admissions Gateway as the reviews and statistics were almost unbelievable. Upon talking to him I felt comfortable giving up Kelly and re-applying. We focussed on the resume which changed from a completely operation centric one to a proper business resume. I had never thought about the business impact of my actions and I only started thinking about the big picture thanks to Chimni’s constant poking. Chimni has a very structured approach. For each step in the application, I always had lots of input and guidance beforehand. This ended up saving a lot of time and effort. It’s almost as if ...
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    Class of 2019 Admit
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  • Helped me identify my differentiators and express myself: Re-applicant Top-10 admit
    6 years ago
    I had reached out to Rajdeep Chimni after a year of disappointing results. Rajdeep not only saw the strengths in my profile but also encouraged me to stretch beyond, helping me crack one of my dream schools. Two key areas in which Rajdeep was instrumental in creating a major difference: Identifying my differentiators: What impressed me from day 1 was Rajdeep’s ability to relate personally to me and help me open up. This was instrumental because this helped me map out my life’s journey and identify the impactful stories that differentiated me. Throughout this process, Rajdeep’s ability to push me constructively to think deeper and emote better made the experience of engaging with him rewarding. Creating strong communication tools: Once I had identified the experiences that I wanted to talk ...
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    - Abhishek Banerjee
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  • Great understanding of a family business candidate
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep has a great understanding of positioning family business backgrounds. He quickly understood my work experience, made me think strategically and bring out the both the breadth of experience and the impact I made. He is very accessible and really pushes you to do your best, following up on progress whenever I fell behind schedule. I attended LBS and still continue to discuss career moves with him.
    - Karan Gupta
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  • Didn't let me give up! Re-applicant admitted to Booth
    6 years ago
    I was a re-applicant and given that I had applied in Round 2 last year and didn’t get through most colleges I was inclined to switch jobs or take a break. I spoke to many consultants and none of them was able to convince me otherwise except for Rajdeep at Admissions Gateway. He had an extensive conversation alleviating my concerns for applying next year. During my application, he spent a lot of time refining my resume and building my essays with key leadership and teamwork experiences. What I appreciated a lot was that Rajdeep pushed me on the essay quality and didn’t let me give up. He also helped a lot on my interview prep, sharing best practices and taking multiple interviews, eventually helping me secure admission ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Admitted to Tuck with just 2+ years experience
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep and I had 2-3 calls of 30-60mins each to elaborate the working model and what the typical MBA application demands. It was amazing that he was willing to invest even though I was not even a paying client. Rajdeep had a great understanding of my aspirations and ability to quantify that I can move on a path of improvement in terms of my application process. I was a younger candidate and unsure of where I stood in the process. While I was not promised a sure-shot Stanford admit, I was not discouraged from applying to schools of my choice, all the same taking a realistic approach towards casting a wider net. This later on ended up being a huge confidence boost and helped build a ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Works harder than the applicants
    6 years ago
    I found the initial 30-min conversation with Rajdeep Chimni a lot more insightful than the conversations that I had with other top international consultants. He clearly identified my strengths and weaknesses, and gave me very specific advice on how to approach the application process. I had decided quite late in the application cycle to go for an MBA. Having made my decision in September, I had already missed the round 1 deadlines. Chimni’s structured approach to the application process put me at ease and allowed me to focus on what’s important. With his help, I broke down each complicated essay question into 4-5 components and put forth my goals and uniqueness into it. Moreover, Chimni went above and beyond by constantly challenging me to do better ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Introspection, self-discovery and 3 admits!
    6 years ago
    To be frank I was hesitant if an admissions consultant would be a great help as I wanted personalized attention. But early in the process with Chimni it was clear that he had my best interest at heart! The process was extremely organized and flexible which made it so comfortable to work on my applications despite my frequent 12 hour workdays. I got a much better understanding of my work, goals and professional development areas. There was always a focus on planning all scenarios and constantly learning and improving. Overall, it was supremely satisfactory and a journey of deep introspection and self-discovery. My 3 admits stand proof to that.
    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Extracts the best from an applicant: $100K at both Harvard and Kellogg
    6 years ago
    I first heard of Rajdeep from friends and my opinion post my conversation with Rajdeep was that he was very direct and knew the weaknesses in my profile. It is important for consultants to be forthright and practical about what your strengths and weaknesses are. My experience of working with the team was amazing and I would like to highlight a few things that stood out. Firstly, the flexibility with which the entire application process was rolled out. There were times when I was working on my resume and essays at 1:30 am with Rajdeep. It really helps to have access to your consultant when you have a hectic day long work schedule. Other than that Rajdeep pushes you to think hard about the entire application, ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Calm, analytical and will work harder than you on your apps! Wharton Admit
    6 years ago
    I am a consultant with 3 years experience post completing my Bachelors in Economics. I was apprehensive about my lack of client facing experience, and the way my role would be perceived by B schools. I also had decisions to make regarding switching to a different role, choosing an externship vs. transfer, and on building my application to target a Top 10 school. Pre-application: When I first spoke to Chimni on the phone, I was impressed by his in depth-knowledge of my company (top consulting firm) and my specific role! He asked pointed questions about my daily operations, how my practice has grown and helped steer me to thinking about my story. He also met me at his office over the weekend, and helped me chart ...
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    Class of 2020 Admit
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  • Treats your app like his own: Re-applicant admitted to Wharton with $30K!
    6 years ago
    I was re-applying as I had applied to Stanford, MIT and Berkeley and was rejected before the interview round last year. I heard about Chimni through friends and worked with him as he motivated me to re-apply to the M7. The best part of my experience was that my work was complex and technical (Oil & Gas) and Chimni helped me change my perspective of my work experience, putting it in a business context. Another highlight of my experience with Rajdeep was the amount of time he spent on my application. I started working with him from June, which gave me enough time to work thoroughly on my resume, goals and stories. It took me a very long time to start thinking and writing essays/resume ...
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    Class of 2018 Admit
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  • Genuine care for applicants, Wharton TBD review
    6 years ago
    Rajdeep has been incredibly supportive during my entire admissions journey, even during the time when I was not his client. In my first interaction with Rajdeep, about 4 months before the R1 deadline, he did a detailed evaluation of my profile and provided insightful opinion on the things that I could do in the coming months. I was looking for a change of job at that point in time, which he in his amazing convincing manner, advised against. Even though I went ahead and followed his advice, I didn't sign up to work with him initially. Instead, I was flattered by the sales skills of another US based group and signed up with them. By the time I realised that the application process with ...