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Booth School of Business at University of Chicago
Stanford Graduate School of Business
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Fortuna Admissions
Massachusetts
United States
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Patty brings 30 years of experience in MBA admissions, marketing, and student life, most notably as Associate Dean for Chicago Booth’s EMBA program. She has admitted and connected with thousands of MBA students throughout their educational journeys. Most recently, Patty served on the Admissions Committee for Stanford GSB’s MSx program.
Patty was instrumental in expanding the Booth EMBA program globally, opening campuses in Europe and Asia. She traveled extensively to recruit applicants and partnered with colleagues from top business schools to promote the EMBA experience. She is the recipient of the highest award from the Executive MBA Council and has been a featured speaker at EMBA Council, GMAC, and AACSB conferences.
Patty earned an MS in Adult Education, a BA in American Studies from the University of Notre Dame, and completed multiple Chicago Booth Executive Education courses.
Fortuna Admissions possesses unique insider knowledge of how admissions committees work, because we have been the gatekeepers in the admissions offices of top business schools. Our entire team comprises of former business school professionals from top-tier institutions including Wharton, INSEAD, Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, London Business School, Chicago Booth, NYU Stern, Duke Fuqua, IE Business School, and UC Berkeley Haas.
We have personally reviewed tens of thousands of applications from candidates all over the world. We have also shaped admissions policy, devised the application processes, and had the final say on who got in. We know the inside track – what goes on behind the closed doors of admissions committees, how your candidacy will stand up versus the competition, and how you can best maximize your chances of gaining a coveted place in a top MBA program.
Our experience and passion for coaching gives you a level of MBA admissions insight that you won’t find anywhere else. And with our passion for coaching, we can help you bring out the best in yourself so you truly shine in your application and interviews.
Goal development. Candidacy positioning. Essay strategy. Interview coaching. Designed to guide you carefully through the entire application process, our MBA packages draw on our team’s industry expertise as former Directors and Associate Directors of Admissions at the world’s best business schools.
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Location: Massachusetts, United States
Email: info@fortunaadmissions.com
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When I first started working with Patty, I was completely out of my element. It had been nearly a decade since I’d applied for anything—school, jobs, you name it—and I had no idea how to position myself in a competitive admissions process. From day one, Patty brought clarity, strategy, and a level of enthusiasm that made me feel like I had a real partner in this journey.
Patty didn’t just help me “check boxes” on an application; she helped me uncover and articulate my unique story. Whether it was crafting essays that felt authentic but powerful or navigating interview prep with confidence, she brought out the best in me at every step. What’s more, she managed to make an intimidating process feel not just manageable but genuinely exciting.
I’m convinced that her strategic insights and her ability to really understand me as a candidate made all the difference in my outcomes. Patty’s approach isn’t cookie-cutter—it’s tailored, thoughtful, and deeply impactful.
If you’re looking for someone to guide you through the EMBA admissions process, look no further. Patty’s expertise, encouragement, and candid feedback were invaluable, and I’ll always be grateful for her role in my admissions success.
Patty was an amazing partner in this journey. I applied to multiple programs and she was always available to share feedback and often hopped on the phone within minutes. Her experience, dedication and partnership were incredibly evident since day 1. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with her and am sure I will stay in touch with her even afterwards. She’s become a great coach and support system as I navigate my career journey!
Patty is truly amazing. I’ve been out of school for many years and do not have an undergrad degree and realized I needed help applying to EMBA programs. I’m extremely FORTUNAte to have found Patty Keegan. She helped me realize my dream of being accepted into my top MBA programs. Without her guidance, patience and expert advice, I never would have been able to get into the school of my choice.
Patty is well worth the investment. Two thumbs up!
I chose to work with Patty in preparation for an application to Wharton’s EMBA program. Patty’s advice and guidance were instrumental in my admittance. She brings to the table a wealth of experience and first-hand knowledge of how to navigate the application process. Without her, I am sure that I would have left chips on the table. She absolutely helped me to put my best foot forward. And…she was a pleasure to work with! I couldn’t recommend Patty more.
Patty Keegan was absolutely amazing to work with. I am 1000% confident that it was largely because of Patty’s guidance that I was admitted to both Stanford GSB and Wharton, the only two programs I applied to.
I cannot stress this enough – if Patty is available, request her. If she isn’t, refuse to work with anyone until she becomes so. Not only was Patty uniquely generous with her time, she was insightful, encouraging, responsive, and just thoroughly helpful in every way throughout the process. She was a wonderful sounding board when I was thinking through new ideas to try, and her thoughtful advice was invaluable in helping me think through strategic decisions throughout the application process. It’s clear she leverages the full weight of her career’s worth of experience for you.
Once in a generation, someone comes along who is destined to be a legend in their field – that might be Patty. I am not exaggerating (it’s not possible to accurately describe how great she is). I’ve tried working with several other consultants before and they’ve all paled in comparison. Seriously, if you get the opportunity to work with Patty, take it. The experience itself may have been more transformational than business school!
I decided to work with Patty for a few reasons, but the deciding factor was that she believed in me; from our first conversation, I truly felt like she understood my story and believed I had a fighting chance at getting into my first-choice schools. Her confidence and support did not waiver.
Patty and I worked together on my two R1 full-time MBA applications (i.e., Stanford, MIT). For context, we worked together on an hourly basis as I had a good sense of what schools I wanted to apply to, why I felt like they were a good fit, and generally what I wanted to do post-MBA. I was seeking support with defining and curating my story in order to put the best application forward.
Patty was exactly what I needed. In addition to reading every iteration of my application – from my resume to essays to questionnaires – she helped me refine and perfect my story. She was quick to reply with thoughtful feedback and continued to follow up with me after my applications were submitted. I am extremely happy with the results – I will be joining MIT Sloan’s MBA Class of 2025. I couldn’t have done it without Patty.
Patty K is an exceptional MBA admissions consultant with a wealth of experience in the industry. Her knowledge and expertise were incredibly helpful for me, and her prominent and extensive career as a former adcom member translated into incredible support through the application process.
Patty K was able to help me gain admission to multiple top business schools, despite my over-represented background, which is a testament to her skills and abilities. I was admitted to Wharton, Booth, Columbia, and NYU, much as a result of the help of Patty and the Fortuna process.
Throughout the application, Patty K was incredibly responsive and attentive to my needs, often responding to my questions after midnight and/or before 6 am (she is a workhorse!). She was always available to answer my questions and provide guidance, on a timeline that well exceeded any reasonable expectation, which helped to ease my anxiety throughout the process. She provided valuable support on all facets of the application – resume, essays, supplemental information, and interview prep, which helped me to present the best version of myself to the admissions committees.
Overall, I would highly recommend Patty K to anyone who is looking for an MBA admissions consultant. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in the field, but also truly cares about the success of her clients. Thanks to her guidance, I was admitted to my dream schools, and with her help you will achieve your goals as well.
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