Patty Keegan

Patty was a really fantastic coach, and I found her incredibly kind and motivating throughout the application journey. I signed up for a 10 hour package with her, and she helped me craft my admissions essays for 5 MBA programs in the US. Patty helped me brainstorm my differentiators, was incredibly helpful in reviewing and providing advice for my essay drafts, and gave me a lot of good tips that gave me more confidence in my applications. I ended up signing up for an extra hour with Patty to do interview prep for HBS, and I found that experience SO helpful. I was fortunate enough to receive an offer at HBS (my top choice) along with 2 other M7s, and waitlisted at the other 2 M7s I applied to. I genuinely don’t think I could have done it without Patty’s help – so thank you Patty!

As an applicant from an overrepresented background, I knew standing out was critical. Patty was instrumental in helping me craft an authentic and compelling narrative during my HBS and GSB applications. Her strategic insights also guided me through my successful Berkeley Haas application, where I was admitted. Her personalized feedback and deep understanding of the admissions process made all the difference. I highly recommend Patty to anyone seeking expert MBA admissions support!

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.