Kelsey got me into my dream schools: Harvard, Stanford, Columbia

I came across Embark MBA on a fishbowl post while searching for a coach to help me reapply to my dream schools after being waitlisted but not admitted to Stanford and Harvard. I had connected and briefly worked with several coaches before but didn't find them to be personally invested in my success and very transactional.

Kelsey stood out immediately. Despite being fully booked, she took me on because she genuinely wanted the best for me, unlike others who encouraged me to wait for the second round to fit their schedules. Kelsey was there every step of the way, offering honest, direct feedback. 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.I had connected and briefly worked with several coaches before.

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.

Kelsey is caring, honest, and incredibly fun to work with. I owe so much of my success to her guidance and expertise. If you’re considering working with her, don’t hesitate—she’s the best.