28,622Leland Reviews

I appreciated how personable & knowledgeable Michelle was about the MBA interview process. She put me at ease during the mock interview & gave me very constructive feedback that served me well for my interview!

Ellen was knowledgeable about the MBA interview process & the questions she asked me were exactly the ones I received in my formal interview. I appreciated her flexibility & working with me to split our time to make it the most effective experience possible.

Jesse is very passionate and genuinely cares about giving specific and actionable guidance.

From the very first moment I met Meredith, I felt her genuine interest in understanding my story and helping me communicate it effectively in my college applications. She took the time to truly get to know me, my background, and my goals, and approached the process with thoughtfulness and care. Meredith is exceptionally well organized, which makes every conversation fruitful, focused, and genuinely valuable. She has a unique ability to structure and style essays in a way that brings out one’s strengths while keeping the narrative engaging and authentic. Meredith helped me turn complex ideas and experiences into clear, compelling stories, always ensuring that my voice remained at the center. Her feedback was precise, insightful, and deeply intentional. Working with Meredith is always a highlight of my day, even when we discuss challenges or uncertainties. It never feels like working with a typical college counselor. Her professional yet deeply personal approach created a space where I feel confident sharing bold ideas and honest concerns. Her extensive experience and time spent in academia gave her a strong understanding of what colleges look for, but what truly sets her apart is that she always prioritizes what is best for the student. Meredith has been by my side throughout every step of the college admissions process. She guided me through researching programs, building a balanced and thoughtful university list, writing multiple complex essays, completing detailed application forms, and navigating official communication with institutions. I am incredibly grateful to have had Meredith as my coach and mentor. Without her guidance and support, I would not have been able to navigate the American college application process as an international student or move confidently toward my academic and professional goals. Her insight, dedication, and integrity made an overwhelming process feel manageable and empowering, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

After months of GMAT prep and tests, I finally had the score I wanted, but I felt that was all I had. I didn’t think I had the type of background that stands out to top MBA program admissions committees, and, to compound the stress, I felt overwhelmed by the entire admissions process. Luckily, I came across Jessica’s bio on Poets&Quants. I had a bit of time before applications were due, so Jessica and I started out with very high-level discussion on goals, school choice, and work/life experience – Jessica’s excitement about my story was motivation to continue, and her great ability to uncover and explore important elements of my story was fundamental to my success as an applicant.

Jessica is an incredible partner to assist/support with creating the best possible MBA candidacy anyone can put forward. With her support, guidance, and sage advice I was admitted to my first choice and her Alma mater Columbia Business School. Applying to business school can feel overwhelming, and I am guessing that is why most of you are here reading these reviews. Put your mind at ease and speak with Jessica! She goes above and beyond to provide not only support but encouragement as you work together through the arduous process of applying to business school. She communicates very well with direct candid feedback that added considerable depth to my applications, well beyond what I thought was even possible.

I was late to the game, applying right before R2 deadlines. I knew that selecting the right admissions consultant would be key to putting my best foot forward in the application process. I interviewed/investigated multiple top-ranked admissions firms, and was surprised how immediately clear it became that Jessica was the obvious choice. Jessica helped me navigate through the tight deadlines without sacrificing the quality of my application. Her guidance made the process not only bearable but actually self-reflective. I have a much better sense in real life (not just what I put in an application) of what I want to get out of my MBA and post-MBA career.

I say unequivocally that Jessica is a first-rate MBA admissions consultant. Since we've started working together, she has constantly been a resource for me (and an enthusiastic one at that!). Over the last several months, she's provided an incredible amount of helpful insights and perspectives and general support. Jessica helped me reflect on my past to unearth personal insights (e.g., what motivates me, what I would like to accomplish in business school and post-business school) that I then was able to discuss in my application essays. Perhaps more importantly, she helped me discuss these insights in an eloquent and effective manner, ensuring that my writing resonated well with admissions committees. She also prepared me incredibly well for the interviews I was fortunate enough to be invited to.

If you are reading this post, it's likely because you are considering hiring a consultant. Do it. The amount that you will pay for a consultant will be a drop in the bucket out of your MBA education and may even come back to you in scholarship money if your application is strong.