MBA

Can you help if I’m close to a Round 1, Round 2, or Round 3 deadline?

Yes — with honest caveats about what’s possible in a compressed window. We’ve worked with candidates who came...

Do you work with reapplicants who weren’t admitted the first time?

Yes — and reapplicants are among the highest-leverage candidates we work with. Here’s why. A reapplicant isn’t starting...

How should I prepare for the first meeting?

Don’t overthink it. The consultation isn’t an interview, and there’s no right way to show up. If you’ve...

Is there any obligation after the consultation?

None at all. The call is free, genuinely consultative, and ends when it ends. There’s no follow-up pressure,...

What happens during a free MBA admissions consultation?

Our goal is to have a real conversation — not a sales pitch disguised as advice. Some calls...

Are there hidden fees we should know about?

No. And the question itself tells you something useful about this industry. Our packages are priced to cover...

Are there payment plans available?

In general, no. Our pricing reflects how the work is staffed and delivered, and we don’t routinely split...

Can I push my package to another round if I’m running behind?

Usually, yes — with some practical constraints worth understanding. If you’re mid-engagement and realize R1 isn’t realistic, shifting...

Can we upgrade to a larger package later if needed?

Yes — and it’s more common than you might expect. Many candidates start with a clear sense of...

Do hours expire or roll over between application rounds?

Advanced Planning hours are valid for one calendar year from the date of purchase. That’s intentional — open-ended...

How are your MBA admissions packages structured and priced?

We offer two core types of service, based entirely on where you are in your timeline — not...

How do your prices compare to other MBA admissions consultants?

It depends on who you’re comparing us to — and what you think you’re actually paying for. Some...

What is your policy on refunds, cancellations, and rescheduling?

We offer an initial grace period at the start of every engagement. During that window, you can adjust...

What’s included in a comprehensive MBA package vs. hourly?

These are fundamentally different products, built for different situations. A comprehensive package covers the full arc of an...

Why should I invest in MBA admissions consulting — is it worth it?

Honestly? Not always. If your profile is clear-cut — strong GMAT, clean career progression, a coherent story, and...

Do you work with candidates with challenging profiles — low GMAT, non-traditional, career changers?

Yes — all of them. Every background, every profile type, every competitive starting position. This is one of...

How do you decide which consultant to pair me with?

The short answer is chemistry — because in our experience, that’s what most reliably drives outcomes. Matching based...

How do you help build a balanced school list — M7, targets, safeties?

We use a tiered approach to school selection — and it reframes how most candidates think about building...

How quickly do consultants turn around edits and feedback?

Our standard turnaround is 72 hours from the time a draft lands in our inbox. That applies to...

What business schools has Admit Advantage helped clients get accepted to?

Virtually all of them — across every tier and every major geography. Our clients have earned admission to...

What does your end-to-end MBA admissions process look like?

It starts well before anyone touches an essay. Every engagement opens with a detailed questionnaire designed to surface...

What is the behavioral assessment framework you use for MBA applicants?

Our behavioral diagnostic maps candidates across six dimensions that elite business school admissions committees are actually selecting for...

When should I start working with a consultant relative to deadlines?

Earlier than feels urgent — and almost certainly earlier than you think you need to. The clearest pattern...

Will I work with one consultant or a team? What’s the difference?

Both — with one clear point of accountability. Every candidate is paired with a lead consultant who owns...