Testimonials

I highly recommend working with Personal MBA Coach!! From the very start, my consultant helped me develop my personal narrative and set myself up for admissions success. He helped me realize the importance of being able to quantify and explain the impact of my extracurriculars and pushed me to achieve even more that would give me meaningful experience and continue to develop a well-rounded profile. As a procrastinator trying to juggle test prep, applications to many schools, and a hectic work schedule, the PMC process and outline of deadlines was critical to making sure I had everything prepared in time. My essay editor was an incredible thought partner in developing the stories I wanted to tell while making sure to protect my authentic voice and the messages I wanted to get across. I would not have reached the number of acceptances and scholarship I received without their support!

I came into the process knowing where I wanted to apply but very little idea of how to stand out in my applications. Scott is a wealth of knowledge about the programs, what the ADs are looking for and how and when to engage admissions offices. I would go to Scott 100x over – worth every penny!

The PMC team’s depth of knowledge regarding the nuances of each program was truly illuminating. Coming from an untraditional background, I initially struggled with how to frame my experience effectively for admissions committees. The prospect of applying to business school felt incredibly daunting and complex. But the PMC team’s detailed, strategic guidance broke the entire application lifecycle down into bite-sized, actionable steps, making the journey feel much more manageable. My consultant’s honesty and industry expertise were invaluable assets throughout this process. I cannot recommend Personal MBA Coach highly enough. Thanks to PMC, I gained admission to two of my top target schools.

Scott and Personal MBA are the right choice. They know the admissions game, how to highlight your strengths as an applicant, reflect them in your essays and interview, and tell a cohesive story. But even more impressively, their strong instincts come through every time you speak with them (shoutout Andrew), which minimizes any worries and doubts you’d have applying to school on your own. Personal MBA helped me get into competitive dual MBA/MS programs at multiple M7s, and I could not be happier.

I worked with Scott Edinburgh at Personal MBA Coach and had a very strong experience. Scott is extremely efficient, direct, and focused on results. There was no generic advice or unnecessary busywork, every discussion had a clear purpose. He helped me clarify my overall application strategy, sharpen my narrative, and position my experience in a way that made sense for a top EMBA program. His feedback was honest, practical, and easy to act on, which made the process much more manageable alongside a full-time job. With Scott’s guidance, I was accepted into the Wharton Executive MBA. If you are serious about top MBA or EMBA admissions and want clear, effective guidance, I highly recommend working with Scott.

As an Army veteran with a non-traditional background, I had some initial anxiety about navigating through the MBA admissions process and securing a slot at a top business school to switch into a new career in finance – Scott was the single best decision I made, without a doubt! I plan to enter the class of 2028 next fall at Chicago Booth with $100k in merit-based scholarship aid, and a huge part of that outcome is a direct consequence of his help.

Scott advised me on each and every step in my MBA journey, from start to finish, and he was constantly available to answer the questions I had. He helped me narrow down my school selection based on my background and goals. Next, he helped me transform my wild and diverse work experiences into a cohesive story, and we worked tirelessly together to hone my “Why?”, craft several anecdotes from my work history tailored to different schools, and form my short and long term goals. We researched specific details about each program to highlight why I was an ideal fit for that program. Every word and sentence in every essay was carefully analyzed and improved over several drafts until I was truly proud of my application essays and felt deeply that they represented who I am and what my goals are. He also gave me priceless structure and guidance for getting the very, very best Letters of Recommendation I could possibly get from my recommenders, and our extensive interview prep left me feeling confident and relaxed when it was time to perform.

Scott is the real deal. On a personal level, he was always quick to celebrate wins (even the tiny ones) with me on the phone, and I would recommend him to ANYONE aspiring to take the leap and apply to a great business school. You don’t have to fly blind through this process. Best decision I made was working with him.

I worked with Personal MBA Coach on a package for five schools—all M7—and was accepted to every one of them. Overall, I applied to 11 schools, received interview invitations from 10, and was accepted to 9. My consultant provided clear, strategic guidance that helped me shape compelling short- and long-term goals. The essay editing process, in particular, pushed me to be deeply introspective—it challenged me to reflect on my experiences, values, and motivations in a way that not only strengthened my application but helped me grow as a candidate and person. With the support, I received a full scholarship to my second-choice school and was admitted to my top choice. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

I ended up working with MJ for my bschool applications a couple years ago, and she was excellent. I originally chose her because I hoped to get into Wharton (and she had specific expertise with Wharton), and she helped me get into 5 of my 7 schools (Wharton, Tuck, Booth, Kellogg, and Sloan) with ~400k combined scholarships and multiple Forte Fellowships.

When selecting an MBA consultant, consider what style of consulting you would prefer. MJ was great in helping me develop a cohesive story, brainstorming, and answering any question I had. Then my editor helped me make sure I was conveying these ideas well. I was also in touch with Scott at a higher level throughout the entire process. Overall with so many touchpoint, I felt like I had a community supporting me.

I’ve loved Wharton so far and am very happy with my decision to go with MJ from Personal MBA Coach!

MJ has been a great support throughout my MBA application process. With her guidance, I was not only able to strengthen my application and responses to the “why MBA” types of questions, but also solidify my career goals and narrow down programs. She is very knowledgeable on what schools are looking for and provided honest insights about my profile, essays, and mock interviews. She was also very responsive when I had questions, either responding to my emails within the same business day or scheduling a call within the week. With her help, I have received three acceptances so far (CBS with scholarship, LBS, Booth) and I could not have done it without her support!

Working with Scott and his team at Personal MBA Coach was one of the best decisions I made during the application process. They were incredibly responsive, insightful, and exceeded every expectation I had going in. Whatever qualities you’re looking for in an MBA admissions consultant—whether it’s strategic guidance, honest feedback, or personalized support—I can confidently say Scott and his team deliver on all fronts and then some.

Despite a low undergraduate GPA from a school better known for athletics than academics, and professional experience rooted in a family business, Scott helped me craft a compelling and authentic narrative that truly resonated with the programs I applied to. I’m certain I wouldn’t have reached my goal of attending an M7 school without his guidance.

Yes, working with an MBA consultant is a significant investment, and Scott is no exception. But in my case, it more than paid for itself—not just in terms of the scholarships I received, but in the long-term return of attending a top program.

If you’re serious about getting into a top MBA program, I wholeheartedly recommend Scott and Personal MBA Coach. Like me, you won’t regret it.

Last year, I was dinged from all the schools I had applied to. I had worked with a top Indian-based consulting firm, but after that experience, I honestly lost hope of getting into an M7. Being an Indian male (695GFE) with all my experience in e-commerce companies within India — and not from the typical consulting or finance background — I knew it was going to be tough. Still, I believed that working with a U.S.-based consultant could make a difference, especially in understanding my story and communicating it in a way that would connect with the schools.

That’s when I came across Scott through a mutual friend who had gotten into Wharton. My initial call with Scott was warm and gave me the confidence to go ahead and work with him. The process started with a detailed form to help him understand my background, followed by long, thoughtful calls to strategically shape my goals and story. For each school, we had multiple calls and email discussions that brought immense clarity to how I should approach every essay. He has utmost clarity on how to approach the content for each school and it is not one size fits all. He has a strong team of editors and interviewers that gave me huge confidence in this process.

I was also shared relevant sample essays from profiles similar to mine, which helped me get an idea of what works. There were several back-and-forth iterations with the editors to fine-tune my essays and by the end I honestly couldn’t believe it was my own story. The essays felt perfectly structured, authentic, and in complete harmony — which was lacking in my previous essays.

Beyond essays, I got help with my resume, short answers, video essay preparation and even the smallest application details for each school. It was a true end-to-end experience — from story formulation and positioning to content refinement and final submission. Compared to my earlier experience with the Indian firm, this was on a completely different level. After receiving my interview invites, I was given a set of relevant questions and mock interviews with actual former interviewers from the respective schools. That really helped me prepare with confidence and clarity. Their feedback really helped me crack my 40 minute long interview at Kellogg with the admissions team.

Overall, Scott is someone who knows exactly how to position your story and strategy, bring out your best, and help you create powerful, authentic essays. And once you get an interview invite, you’ll be trained by people who’ve actually interviewed for those schools. I would highly recommend Scott to anyone seriously aiming for the M7

Scott and his team were instrumental in guiding me through the MBA application process, helping me secure a spot at HBS. From the very first consultation, my consultant took the time to truly understand my story and career aspirations. The team pushed me to dig deeper and highlight experiences that I hadn’t initially recognized as impactful, helping me craft a compelling and cohesive narrative.

The process was efficient and thorough, with clear milestones to track progress on essays, resumes, and interview prep. I especially appreciated his candid feedback and his ability to challenge me to refine my ideas while staying true to my voice.

I cannot recommend Personal MBA Coach  highly enough for anyone aiming for top business schools. Their expertise and dedication truly make a difference. Without them, I would not be heading to HBS next year!