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May 11, 2024

7 MBA Essay Tips to Make You Stand Out in 2024

Curated tips from a Chicago Booth MBA about how to write the best essay possible for your application.

May 11, 2024

GMAT vs. GRE for Business School—Which Should You Take (and How to Ace Both)

Applying to top MBA programs? Click here to determine if the GMAT or GRE is better for you—along with tips and tricks to ace both tests.

May 11, 2024

How to Up Your Odds with Secondary Review

Applying to top MBA programs? Increase your odds of success by having a former MBA admissions officer review your application—only on Leland.

May 11, 2024

Everything to Know About the Kellogg Deferred MBA Program (Future Leaders)

An overview of Kellogg's deferred MBA enrollment program, including who Northwestern is looking for, how hard is it to get into, application details, and more.

May 11, 2024

An Overview of the HBS 2+2 Program—and How to Kick Off Your Application

HBS 2+2 is one of the most prestigious deferred MBA programs in the country. Here's an overview, with some tips on how to start your application.

May 11, 2024

Harvard Business School MBA Essay: 5 Things to Do

Our guide to one of the most important parts of the MBA application for Harvard Business School: the essay, including our hand-picked HBS coach recommendations and other articles to get you started.

May 11, 2024

Are MBA Admissions Consultants Worth It? How to Decide (and How to Pick One)

Do you need an MBA admissions consultant to apply to business school? We'll help you decide—and show you how to pick the best coach for you.

May 11, 2024

How to Choose an MBA Program: The Discerning Student's Guide

In this comprehensive article, we'll show you how to assess your MBA candidacy, evaluate top MBA programs, and choose which business schools to apply to.

May 11, 2024

What to Know About the Chicago Booth Scholars Deferred MBA Program

An overview of the deferred enrollment MBA program at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business including who Booth is looking for, eligibility info, application details, and more.

May 11, 2024

An Expert’s Guide to Resumes: Five Tips to Make You Stand Out

One of our couches reveals his best advice on improving your resume, cultivated by years of experience running a resume review organization.