Application help on the cheap

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future_MBA_101: Newbie | Next Rank: 10 Posts; Posts: 1; Joined: Thu Sep 01, 2016 5:14 pm

by future_MBA_101 » Thu Sep 01, 2016 5:16 pm

Hi all. New to these forums. Quick question: does anyone know any good application help resources for someone on a budget? Aiming for top schools, but not making that fat salary as of yet. Thanks!

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by uniq01 » Sun Sep 04, 2016 2:33 pm

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by Donna@Stratus » Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:31 am

future_MBA_101 wrote:Hi all. New to these forums. Quick question: does anyone know any good application help resources for someone on a budget? Aiming for top schools, but not making that fat salary as of yet. Thanks!

Hi @Future_MBA_101! I like your cheeky attitude

So as an admissions consultant who sees every day the value we provide to clients, I would say reframe your thinking. If you are willing to invest the $$$ for B school, it makes sense to go to the best one you can. And so a consultant can be an investment in your future because they help you think through things and present optimally. That being said, we offer hourly services and even a few hours of essay review or discussion about your strategy and approach could be enough to make a difference. We offer a free consult so there is no risk to learn more and in the consult itself you will get some free tips about your unique situation.
To find out how we can help, use this link: https://stratusprep.com/free-consult/

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by Michelle@ARINGO » Sun Sep 11, 2016 11:20 pm

future_MBA_101 wrote:Hi all. New to these forums. Quick question: does anyone know any good application help resources for someone on a budget? Aiming for top schools, but not making that fat salary as of yet. Thanks!

I totally agree with Donna that going for the cheapest option when getting help with applications may not make sense, because if you are going to pay for that kind of help, at least pay for the best help you can get!
If you go to a highly professional consultant, you will only need to pay for this once probably and most consultants offer hourly packages as well, so you can choose how much you want to spend to some extent.

With admissions consulting, I would definitely say the old saying Quality over Quantity still stands so my advice to you would be to not look at the price alone but also at the reputation and reviews of the consultants you are considering.

Good luck!

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by uniq01 » Mon Sep 12, 2016 6:57 am

I normally don't add comments after I've provided my guidance unless there are further questions, however, I felt it important to add to this post for the original requestor. Putting myself in your shoes, these responses would make me feel like it's a contest for best sales pitches instead of advice you can actually take away without signing up for services.

The notion that pricier professional admissions service is tantamount to the best service and cheaper service is equal to bad or less than good quality service is simply false and misguided. Often times, folks that charge you more for the same services do so to cover their overhead costs and the cost of paying their employees, etc - this is often the case with the larger admissions consulting companies. Finding good professional help for MBA Admissions is not like buying designer shoes. The formula of the more money you pay the better the quality you get doesn't quite work, at least not consistently enough to make this generality a true statement. I agree, you should read reviews as a general guide but more importantly get referrals from trusted friends and go with your gut when you have spoken to a professional to ensure it's a good fit for you.

Putting my consultant hat aside and drawing from my own previous experience as an MBA applicant, I understand where you're coming from and acknowledge that not everyone has the means to pay the market prices for these services even though they do often make a big difference in your chances of getting admitted. That said, do not let that discourage you from finding more affordable (or free) options. Reach out to the schools you're interested in, attend their admissions events, ask to be put in contact with current students and alums. You would be surprised to see how many people are willing to help review an essay or give you valuable tips; I have done so a number of times for my alma mater. There are other programs for minority groups such as MLT.org that provide assistance as well. When there is a will, there's a way and I'm sure you will find one well suited for you AND your wallet

Best of luck.

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Donna@Stratus: Master | Next Rank: 500 Posts; Posts: 298; Joined: Mon Jun 20, 2016 11:37 amFollowed by: 11 members; Thanked: 26 times

by Donna@Stratus » Mon Sep 12, 2016 1:46 pm

uniq01 wrote:I normally don't add comments after I've provided my guidance unless there are further questions, however, I felt it important to add to this post for the original requestor. Putting myself in your shoes, these responses would make me feel like it's a contest for best sales pitches instead of advice you can actually take away without signing up for services.

The notion that pricier professional admissions service is tantamount to the best service and cheaper service is equal to bad or less than good quality service is simply false and misguided. Often times, folks that charge you more for the same services do so to cover their overhead costs and the cost of paying their employees, etc - this is often the case with the larger admissions consulting companies. Finding good professional help for MBA Admissions is not like buying designer shoes. The formula of the more money you pay the better the quality you get doesn't quite work, at least not consistently enough to make this generality a true statement. I agree, you should read reviews as a general guide but more importantly get referrals from trusted friends and go with your gut when you have spoken to a professional to ensure it's a good fit for you.

Putting my consultant hat aside and drawing from my own previous experience as an MBA applicant, I understand where you're coming from and acknowledge that not everyone has the means to pay the market prices for these services even though they do often make a big difference in your chances of getting admitted. That said, do not let that discourage you from finding more affordable (or free) options. Reach out to the schools you're interested in, attend their admissions events, ask to be put in contact with current students and alums. You would be surprised to see how many people are willing to help review an essay or give you valuable tips; I have done so a number of times for my alma mater. There are other programs for minority groups such as MLT.org that provide assistance as well. When there is a will, there's a way and I'm sure you will find one well suited for you AND your wallet

Best of luck.

Agreed- You really do have to ask questions and ultimately it may come down to gut feel if you think the person wants to help you. Ultimately just like anything else you have to do your research and then proceed. And absolutely also look to other resources and always be looking for what suits you and your budget. But a good consultant might pay for themselves if they help you put together an application more likely to get a scholarship. So there's that too....

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by money9111 » Mon Sep 12, 2016 11:24 pm

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