I can help you prepare a sole policy degree application or a joint degree application. This includes support on the quantitative resume, guidance on supplemental materials, and positioning private sector-oriented applicants with a career transition towards public service.

I was able to match with a top-tier program during my first application cycle, something uncommon in genetic counseling. I have 3+ years of mentoring and have received formal training through a peer-mentorship course at Brigham Young University.

As a dedicated coach with a comprehensive background in management, leadership, and public policy, I am committed to helping you achieve your goals in the MPA application process. Here are the qualifications that make me uniquely suited to assist you in navigating your path to top-tier MPA programs: - Member of Service2School: As a member of Service2School, I actively mentor and coach aspiring MPA candidates, particularly veterans, drawing on my own experiences to offer practical advice and support. - Center for Public Leadership Fellow: My experience as a fellow at the Center for Public Leadership has provided me with deep insights into leadership development and public service, which I leverage to guide aspiring MPA candidates. - State and Local Government Fellowship: This fellowship allowed me to gain hands-on experience in government operations, enhancing my ability to support clients with practical knowledge of the public sector. - Joint MBA Program with Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth: My joint MBA program with Tuck School of Business has equipped me with a unique blend of business and public administration skills, enabling me to offer comprehensive coaching for dual-degree applicants. - Healthcare Strategy & Policy: My experience in healthcare strategy and policy provided me with valuable experience in analyzing and developing policies, which I use to help clients with similar career interests. I am especially helpful to: - Veterans: With my involvement in Service2School, I offer tailored guidance for veterans transitioning to civilian careers and pursuing MPAs, helping them leverage their unique experiences. - Dual-Degree Candidates: My experience in the joint MBA program with Tuck School of Business allows me to provide valuable insights and support for those pursuing or considering dual-degree programs. - Healthcare Policy Enthusiasts: My background in healthcare strategy and policy equips me to assist candidates with similar interests in highlighting their relevant experiences and crafting compelling applications. - Leadership Aspirants: Having been a fellow at the Center for Public Leadership and a student government representative, I can guide future leaders in showcasing their leadership potential and readiness for MPA programs. - Applicants Seeking Scholarships: Drawing on my own success in securing fellowships and scholarships, I help clients identify funding opportunities and craft strong scholarship applications. - Non-traditional Applicants: I specialize in helping non-traditional applicants, such as those with diverse career backgrounds or lower GPAs, to create compelling narratives that stand out to admissions committees. My coaching approach is personalized and strategic, focusing on building strong personal narratives, honing interview skills, and developing application strategies that highlight your unique strengths. Let's work together to make your MPA aspirations a reality. Reach out to me today, and let's start this journey together.

Over the last four years, I have coached hundreds of students at a large R1 institution, guiding them as they prepare for graduate and medical school applications. I work with applicants from personal statement ideation all the way through decision making and I can't wait to do the same with you. Whether you're applying for the first time or reapplying and need a fresh take on your application, I'm confident that my coaching experience will be an asset to you. My approach centers around making meaning of your experiences, helping you to find the connections to your future goals, and translating those in a way that will resonate with the admissions committee. Let's work together to help you achieve your goals!

As a medical student, I saw the value in pursuing multiple complementary degree programs to help bolster my training and perspectives on the world. As a coach, I help prospective students navigate the difficult hurdles often faced when preparing to apply, enroll, and thrive in these programs.

Accepted to the top policy and international relations programs in the world (Harvard Kennedy School, Oxford University, Georgetown SFS, Johns Hopkins SAIS, U Chicago Harris School)

I worked at Stanford University for many years, managing admissions processes at several departments. Now I help prospective graduate students apply to their dream graduate programs, applying what I know from working behind the scenes at a top university. My clients get results and I can help you too! My process starts with a questionnaire, followed by a consultation and then covers every aspect of the process from brainstorming through navigating waitlists and scholarship offers. The majority of our process will be essay writing collaboration, which I strongly believe is the most crucial factor of a successful graduate school application. I also help with crafting school lists, figuring out who should write letters of recommendation, putting together addenda if needed, revising resumes, and interview preparation.

As a Cohort 10th Schwarzman Scholar at Tsinghua University (#1 in Asia with only 3-5% acceptance rate from a competitive pool of 5,000+ applicants annually), I have firsthand experience with one of the most competitive master's programs globally. My academic journey also includes graduating with First Class Honours from the University of Hong Kong, where I was a recipient of multiple prestigious scholarships and later I got admitted to several M7 and T15 MBA programs, including The Wharton School, Chicago Booth, Columbia Business School ($130K fellowship), and Cornell Johnson ($70K fellowship). Professionally, I am a Management Trainee at Morgan Stanley, where I have developed expertise across various departments and championed diversity initiatives. I am passionate about helping aspiring master's students navigate the complex admissions process and secure their place in top programs, especially prestigious graduate fellowships and scholarships across China, Europe, and the United States. Let's connect to craft a compelling application that highlights your unique strengths and potential!

I have worked with over 10 people to get into programs like Knight-Hennessy, Rhodes, and Schwarzman Scholars and I personally have gotten myself accepted into Dartmouth, Knight Hennessy Scholars, and GSB/HBS.

For more than a decade, I oversaw admissions for the Stanford MSx Program, a specialized Master of Science in Management degree at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. In that role, I admitted eleven cohorts of Stanford Sloan Fellows, working in close coordination with MBA Admissions on operational and policy matters. My admissions work took me to more than two dozen countries, I reviewed thousands of GSB applications, conducted hundreds of interviews, and served as academic advisor to students. I learned a lot about what it takes to be admitted, and I learned even more about what it takes to get the most out of graduate school. Crafting a great application is a valuable step to having an exceptional graduate school experience, and not just because it gets you admitted. Applying can and should be a process that prepares you for what comes after--clarifying your rationale, helping you build confidence to tell a compelling, personal story. It should help you articulate the values you hold deeply and the value proposition you offer. Getting into a great program should not be the end in itself, but a step in an broader process of growth and impact. If you work with me, this is part of the perspective I bring. After leaving Stanford, I've had some opportunities to work with boutique admissions consulting firms, but I value the transparency and range of options Leland provides to you, the client. I don't like to work with an client unless I believe I can deliver more value than what it costs. Working with a coach/consultant is like finding a therapist, where chemistry matters, and there may be others that are a better match for what you need (or at least for some of what you need). After an initial consultation, I offer packages that allow us to spend a few hours reviewing your application or plan in detail, where I will draw on my experience to help you identify opportunities to clarify and strengthen your pitch, and possibly challenge assumptions you have, resulting in a clear plan of action. From there, we can better determine if additional engagement would be useful, where we would both commit to deliverables and a timeline if we believe, that by working together, you can succeed in hitting your goals. This might involve targeted assistance with specific components of your application, a more comprehensive effort, or simply helping you identify resources that can best serve you. Good luck! And if you've read this far, maybe let's set up a time to chat.