“That I totally exceeded my expectations on admission outcomes is almost an understatement…to say that Kelsey was a difference-maker in my success is certainly an understatement.”
“With Kelsey’s expertise and guidance, I was admitted to 5 out of 7 schools that I applied to, and received additional scholarship offers from 3 schools! Most importantly, I was able to secure admission to not only all of my “target” schools, but my “reach” school as well (where I’m fortunate enough to be starting at this summer)! To say that I totally exceeded my expectations on admission outcomes is almost an understatement…to say that Kelsey was a difference-maker in my success is certainly an understatement. I can say with 100% confidence that Kelsey’s expertise and guidance were the distinguishing factors that enabled my success and put my applications over the top, despite everything working against my favor.”
“She pushed me to be specific, strategic, and realistic. She knew exactly how to position my goals in a way that resonated with each program”
“Working with Kelsey was, without a doubt, the best decision I made during my MBA application journey. I was accepted to HSW with below-average test scores, but Kelsey never let that define my candidacy. Instead, she helped me highlight my differentiating strengths—my leadership experience, non-traditional background, and the impact I’ve made. Her ability to see the bigger picture helped me shape compelling, authentic narratives that truly reflected who I am.”
“I had intro calls with almost 10 consultants but most of them told me I was not top-school material.”
“As a non-traditional candidate from a company with zero name recognition, work gaps, etc, I was nervous about my chances at top MBA programs. I had intro calls with almost 10 consultants but most of them told me I was not top-school material. Some straightup said I should be ready to get my heart broken and brushed me off.
Kelsey was different even in the intro call. She told me “No matter who you go with, make sure you work with someone who understands you.” I wanted to work with someone who believed in me, so I decided to work with her.”
“She’s the real deal!”
“Kelsey was absolutely amazing in helping me prep for my Wharton TBD interview! She’s a true professional with deep knowledge of the MBA admissions process and was incredibly responsive throughout, and that's something I really appreciated.
Heading into the interview, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But Kelsey guided me through every step from brainstorming a strong solution to the TBD prompt, helping me choose the right "role" to play, fine-tuning my timing and tonality, and most importantly, helping me stay calm and confident. I can say with confidence that I wouldn't have received my offer from Wharton without Kelsey’s support and expertise.”
“Trust me when I say, Kelsey is by far the best consultant out there”
“Trust me when I say, Kelsey is by far the best consultant out there. I had introductory calls with almost a dozen firms, and engaged one, but felt the advice was 'cookie cutter', my application was beginning to seem doomed, and I was considering postponing a year. And then, just a few weeks before the deadline, I found Kelsey.
It was like night and day. Kelsey excels at every aspect:
* Extremely responsive. She routinely was answering texts within minutes, and over the holidays no less!
* Incredibly knowledgeable. She served as an admissions director for an M7, so brings that experience, but is also up-to-date on all of the unique aspects of each school
* Caring and personable. You can tell that she is invested in you as a person and candidate, providing encouragement and tough love in equal parts and as needed”
“Working with Kelsey for interview preparation was game-changing”
“Working with Kelsey for interview preparation was game-changing. The interview guide she provided me and our mock session gave me the confidence to go into five interviews in a short time frame. She helped me nail down timing and tell my story in a concise and clear way. She provided me with tactics in case I got stuck and questions to ask the interviewer after. Highly recommend Kelsey to those looking to crush the interview phase.”
“The results speak for themselves: I was admitted to all three schools I applied to: Stanford, Harvard, Columbia”
“She’s a master at editing, distilling complex stories into concise, impactful narratives, and tailoring them to what admissions committees are looking for. She also helped me weave in my personality and values throughout my applications.
Her deep knowledge of my targets schools (Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia) helped us craft a targeted strategy. She also identified my weak spot—interviews—and started coaching me early, building my confidence well before interview invites came out.
The results speak for themselves: I was admitted to all three schools I applied to: Stanford, Harvard, Columbia.”
“I receive acceptances to 5/6 programs, but I also was awarded over $450k in scholarship money!”
“Working with Kelsey was truly a joy. A few things to highlight. 1) Kelsey is a previous admissions counselor which I think is a huge plus because she knows exactly what is being looked for across all aspects of the application. 2) I think Kelsey genuinely cares about the students that she works with – she isn’t like other consultants who just want to make money. Not only did she help me with essays, but also kept me motivated throughout the process. She was truly one of my biggest cheerleaders. 3) Kelsey is very efficient! She always got back to me with edits in less than 48 hours, and was very fast with edits, saving me time and money. 4) Kelsey was great at ensuring my personality and unique characteristics came out in my essays – she made sure that my voice was honored.”
“Her support was instrumental in my successful admissions to two Top 10 schools with scholarships"”
“I truly enjoyed working with Kelsey. She helped me to reflect more deeply on my journey and to showcase my unique characteristics to the schools I applied to. Without her guidance, I would not have been able to present myself as effectively. Her support was instrumental in my successful admissions to two Top 10 schools with scholarships during a particularly challenging application round!”
“I knew that she would be the one to help me maximize my chances in such an unpredictable round”
“I wasn't sure if applying to my dream program at a highly selective business school (M7) in R3 was the right approach, but after a consultation with Kelsey -- who was very honest about the process and the chances -- I knew that she would be the one to help me maximize my chances in such an unpredictable round. And yes, I got in and even received some scholarships!
I chose Kelsey over other services because: (1) she offered a lot of flexibility in the process, both in terms of time commitment and cost; (2) she didn't try to push her services on me, but instead let her insight and knowledge speak for themselves; and (3) she worked very efficiently (quick feedback turnarounds and effective 1-1 sessions).”
“Kelsey gently reveals the process from a place of experience, with unmatched insight and expertise”
“The reality is, the MBA application process can feel like a total black box, and getting in as an entire skillset that you need to build once, only to then throw it all away once you've been accepted to the program. Kelsey, on the other hand, gently reveals the process from a place of experience, with unmatched insight and expertise. She centers your distinctive contribution, and helps you tell your story in a way that is most compelling to an admissions committee, rather than contorting you into something else.”
“Hire Kelsey, She is the best you'll find”
“Kelsey worked in adcom, and it shows. She really works to bring the best our of you. Most consultants are glorified essay/resume editors. Kelsey takes the time to get to know you, your story, goals, and helps you communicate those in the most effective way. The application process is stressful, but Kelsey makes it simple and easy. Hire Kelsey and thank me later.”
“If I had to do it all over again, I would work with Kelsey every time”
“Overall, I would analogize the MBA admissions process to building a puzzle without a box. You have all of the pieces you need, but you don't have the final image to reference in putting them together. Kelsey is the box. She will help you to arrange all of your seemingly disparate experiences into a cohesive picture.
Even the strongest of candidates can benefit from working with Kelsey. We all rely on others every day for guidance in areas where we are not experts, so why not rely on someone for help with a process that could change the course of your life? If I had to do it all over again, I would work with Kelsey every time.”
“Without Kelsey’s good judgement, experience, and guidance there is no chance that I would have been able to put my very best foot forward.”
“I ended up with several acceptances including my “dream program,” Wharton! Without Kelsey’s good judgement, experience, and guidance there is no chance that I would have been able to put my very best foot forward. If you are on the fence about using an admissions consultant or worried about the ROI I can confidently say that you will not be disappointed!”
“Kindness, empathy, patience, and tough love when needed”
“I am lucky enough to say that I was accepted into every school that I applied to (some even with scholarship), and I don't think that would've happened if it weren't for Kelsey. She believed in me when I didn't believe in myself -- which is exactly what you need in an admissions consultant. I truly couldn't have gone through this process without her! Kelsey came in with kindness, empathy, patience, and tough love when needed to help me reframe my entire perspective about my story and my accomplishments. She is also incredibly efficient, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable about the admissions process -- not to mention easily accessible when I bombarded her with questions and panicky messages.”
“She really got to know me and my story organically, and in a very warm way, without sacrificing honesty.”
“Her thorough feedback was critical to me sharpening a lot of my admissions package – I reworked a lot of essays, meaningfully improved a second recommender’s letter, and totally revised my resume using her guidance. I even took the GRE with her encouragement (after taking the GMAT). Throughout the process, she also answered many, many random questions I had, and just provided a lot of moral support in a very ambiguous and stressful process.
I ended up getting full-tuition scholarships at both CBS and Stern, so it was 100% worth that upfront investment.”
“She once told me that she is a magician, and I now believe it is true because I got into M7 with a $100k scholarship after 2 years of rejections”
“If you are looking for a consultant, I think you can stop searching. I talked to other consultants and used the ApplicantLab, but right from the beginning I felt that Kelsey was invested in me and my story. She once told me that she is a magician, and I now believe it is true because I got into M7 with a $100k scholarship after 2 years of rejections. I didn’t even want to reapply after those rejections, but she convinced me that I had a chance, and was actually angry for me that I didn’t get in.”
“If I trust her with my family, you can absolutely trust her with your MBA application process”
“Kelsey was recommended to me by a friend who had successfully gained admission to their dream program, and I couldn’t be more grateful for that recommendation. There is absolutely no chance I would have gotten into my M7 school without Kelsey’s help. Before working with her, I had completely misunderstood what admissions committees were looking for in essays. Kelsey’s guidance was invaluable in helping me reshape my approach.”
“Her expertise shines as you work with her and it made a huge difference for me”
“I think Kelsey's biggest strength is she helps you define and frame all aspects of your story. I find a lot of applicants, like myself, have interesting stories and background to share, but struggle to convey it in a relevant and compelling manner. Her experience in admissions shines in this area she is able to pick out and refine the highlights of your background. She did not hesitant to shoot down aspects of my background that weren't as interesting and also helped me flesh out other parts that I may have overlooked.”
“You Will Not Regret Working With Kelsey!”
“Kelsey is genuinely one of the most attentive and thoughtful consultants I’ve ever worked with. She was there for everything – every question, every doubt, every anxious moment – and made me feel completely supported throughout the entire Columbia EMBA application process. That kind of presence goes a long way when you’re navigating something as formal and high-stakes as a business school application.”