Admissions Consulting
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Clients

Client Experience

In their own words

 

 
 

“With Barbara’s help, I was accepted to Tuck, Ross, and Fuqua in Round 3 with a named fellowship at each school.”

“It was so hard for me to find a consultant who saw my value – others honestly wrote me off just on stats. Enter Barbara. She was so encouraging from the beginning and let me have my ambitions while also being realistic and practical. My role in financial services is a less common feeder into b-school, which other people saw as a negative, but Barbara helped me flesh out unique parts of my role and brought them to life. I truly feel that I am a better, more confident person having gone through the application process and Barbara is a huge part of that.”

Shreya
(From United States, Investment Banking Industry)

Accepted to Tuck, Ross, and Fuqua

“I just got accepted into my dream school [Wharton] on the account of Barbara...”

“I can’t say enough good (things) about Barbara. She has been more than a consultant for me but also a life coach in a sense. This journey isn’t for the faint of heart. I just got accepted into my dream school on the account of Barbara talking me through this process and keeping me motivated to finish strong. A high GRE/GMAT won’t guarantee you a seat at your school of choice. I can say this speaking from experience. Barbara will help you bring your story together because, at the end of the day, schools are looking for someone who is more than a test score.”

Garyn
(From United States, Investment Banking Industry)

Accepted to Wharton

“Barbara is the cheerleader and mentor I needed to be successful throughout this process and to get accepted into a dream school!”

“I have dreamed about getting an MBA from a top-tier school for many years now, but I worried whether I could get accepted, knowing that standardized testing is not a strong suit of mine. Barbara took the time to really get to know me. She helped bring my story to life with each application to help the admissions committees understand that I am more than a test score. I never felt alone and I could always reach out to her for advice when times got hard. Barbara is the cheerleader and mentor I needed to be successful! I highly recommend Barbara if you want an admissions consultant that will help you get accepted to a dream school, but also will care about you and your success."

Brandon
(From United States, Financial Services Industry)

Accepted to Darden

"Barbara’s coaching and mentorship were key factors in my success (...) and my acceptance to Columbia and Wharton with scholarship offers!"

“I highly recommend Barbara as an exceptional coach for MBA candidates! Her depth of knowledge and expertise in the field is evident in her ability to guide and support students through the rigorous MBA application process. Barbara is extremely skilled at identifying unique strengths and weaknesses and providing tailored guidance to help create a story that showcases your true self. Barbara’s coaching and mentorship were key factors in my success during the application process and ultimately in my acceptance to Columbia and Wharton with scholarship offers!”

Jessica Slade
(From United States, Military)

ACCEPTED TO COLUMBIA AND WHARTON

“Barbara was pivotal in helping me craft my story to stand out (...) and ultimately earn admission to Chicago Booth”

“Barbara was pivotal in helping me craft my story to stand out throughout the admissions process and ultimately earn admission to Chicago Booth. Her guidance showed me how to better draw from my background and experiences in order to showcase my best qualities to admissions teams. She was also crucial in helping me navigate the nuances of each school and truly understand their core values in order to crush the interviews. Barbara's insight was all I could have hoped for and more.”

Logan
(From United States, Energy Sector)

ACCEPTED TO BOOTH AND YALE

“She is rooting for you every step of the way”

“Barbara was of great support. She would make herself available to go over doubts or obstacles, which with time-sensitive deadlines, is something to be grateful for. Barbara always conveys a positive attitude, managing to bring calm to what is a complex process. Barbara provided detailed guidance from start to finish. I can’t tell you how many times I sent an email asking for help or a quick call to go discuss a part of the application and she would reply in the following hours with an opening to talk. This was something I noticed from my first communications with Barbara and this support did not change throughout the whole process. Finally, you can really notice Barbara’s authentic involvement in your application process. You can feel how she is rooting for you every step of the way. I would recommend working with Barbara to any potential applicant!”

Eduardo
(From Mexico, Private Equity Industry)

ACCEPTED TO HARVARD AND BOOTH

“…she understood me as a person beyond the admissions criteria…”

“I was a re-applicant for most of the programs I applied to this year. What stood out about Barbara is her extremely personable, supportive, and positive personality - she has the expertise in the schools and admission process, but more importantly, she understood me as a person beyond the admissions criteria. As a result, she recommended schools to me that turned out to be a great fit but would've slipped through my radar otherwise. She is also well connected in the industry and always happy to make introductions. I couldn't recommend Barbara more!”

Rumbi
(From South Africa, Financial Services Industry)

ACCEPTED TO COLUMBIA

“My experience with Barbara was amazing, to say the least. I got into all the schools that I applied to…”

“My experience with Barbara was amazing, to say the least. I got into all the schools that I applied to, which included two of the top schools in Europe and the top two in Canada. She is an amazing coach, and I have recommended her to friends and family. She was readily available when needed and was able to adjust to fit my work and personal schedule for any items that needed to be actioned throughout the entire admission process. If your goal is to get into top schools, work with Barbara.”

Jason
(From Canada, Insurance and Risk Management Consulting Industry)

ACCEPTED TO ROTMAN, HEC, AND IESE

“Barbara was invaluable in preparing my MBA application for Kellogg…"

“…Always encouraging and great to work with, Barbara initially helped review my essays and other parts of my application. She not only offered several recommendations to improve it but also took the time to help me formulate my pitch and reflect it appropriately throughout. She always made sure I understood the rationale behind her suggestions and that I felt comfortable with the direction we were taking. Later, when I received my interview invitation, she found time to meet with me with only a day's notice (!). We went over a series of potential issues, reviewed several scenarios, and had a mock interview that was super helpful. Barbara’s support and calm but confident approach made the MBA application feel like a breeze. I was notified about my acceptance 2 weeks after my interview. Forever grateful!”

Yannis
(From United States, Legal Sector)

ACCEPTED TO KELLOGG MBA

"Barbara gave me wings..."

“Going into the MBA application process, I lacked the confidence to apply to the top MBA programs. I felt my academic record was mundane and that I didn’t have the necessary extracurriculars on my resume to stand me out. All that changed when I met Barbara. She made me realize the outstanding achievements that I was discounting. She encouraged me to apply to some schools that I love but into which I did not feel like I could gain admission. She prepared me to tell my story in my essays as well as in interviews. I gained acceptance into all the schools that I applied to including a US Ivy League MBA program as well as a top European business school. Her services were worth every penny."

Andrew
(From United States, Technology Sector)

ACCEPTED TO TUCK

“Can't say enough good things”

“I highly recommend Barbara as an MBA consultant. She helped me get accepted into my dream MBA program. Her expertise in the application process was invaluable, and she helped me position my resume and story, and she helped me understand the nuances of what admissions offices were looking for. Barbara's support and encouragement throughout the process were outstanding, and I felt like I gained a friend for life. Thanks to her guidance, I was able to submit strong and compelling applications to five different MBA programs. Overall, I am deeply grateful for Barbara's assistance, and I wholeheartedly endorse her as an outstanding MBA consultant. I'm confident that her expertise and support will help others achieve their academic and professional goals as well.”

Ty Black
(From United States, Private Equity Industry)

ACCEPTED TO VANDERBILT

"A true expert on admission"

“I worked with Barbara on my application to MIT. With her extensive insight on the admission process, she provided valuable feedback to make my resume and essays more appealing to admission officers. She pointed out the mistakes that could be devastating to my application. Barbara also helped connect me with an alumnus to enrich my understanding of the school and the program. I highly recommend Barbara to any prospective student.”

Luc
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From United States, Investment Banking)

ACCEPTED TO MIT SLOAN

“I received an offer to LBS late this afternoon!!”

"I am still a bit shocked… there was always that lingering doubt until it was 100% confirmed. But I am very excited and happy ;-) ...Wow, even typing this now, it is still a bit unbelievable. You have been not only amazing in your professional capacity but genuinely supportive and caring - so much more than I could have asked for. If I could give you a hug, I would!"

Natalie
(From Australia, Military Sector)

Accepted to London Business School EMBA

“I don't think I took a moment to do so yet, but I really want to thank you for your help and your relentless belief in me - especially when I was doubting myself the most.

“To be honest, before the process I thought I would never really have a good chance, but you knew what was necessary to make me stand out. It's only because of your help that I have been able to make this step forward. Thank you for that!”

Jasper
(From Belgium, Hospitality/Car Sharing Industry)

Accepted to HKUST

 
 

Past Experience

Consulted on numerous applications