MILITARY MBA CONSULTING LLC

Transform your Transition from Military to MBA

We help active-duty military and veterans gain acceptance into elite MBA programs.


SERVICES

Build MBA Applications that translate your military experiences and differentiate you.

— Jon, US Army, Darden

— Jon, US Army, Darden

“I often get asked whether hiring an admissions consultant is worth the money. However, I can tell you that working with Emily and Military MBA consulting was the best decision and investment I’ve made since leaving the Military. Aside from her internal drive and commitment to helping Veteran’s, Emily has an artful ability in crafting your life skills and experiences into a compelling narrative that will serve you well with any future MBA program. Ultimately Emily’s value was proven in the results. It is no secret that standardized testing is arguably the most important part of an MBA application, and unfortunately, I never scored higher than a 620 OG GMAT. However, due to Emily’s ability to assist me in communicating my value, I was accepted by an M7 program and two other Top Ten MBA programs. There is no doubt that Emily was an integral part of these results, and I will be forever thankful for her sage advice and commitment to helping me every step of the way. Lastly, Emily did a great job connecting me with others in her firm who attended my target schools, which helped immensely with interview preparation.”

— Seth, USMC, HBS

— Seth, USMC, HBS

“I cannot emphasize how critical MBA Military Consulting was to my MBA successes and how much I enjoyed working with Emily. As an applicant with a below-average GMAT/GRE and an average GPA, I had my work cut out for me. Emily worked with me to skillfully identify a coherent and strong personal narrative, emphasizing the holistic nature of the MBA admissions process to maximize the strengths in my profile. Throughout the application process, Emily also gave me relevant advice for interviews and follow-on essays, as well as connecting me with other knowledgeable people to best set me up for success. My results were, by all accounts, a tremendous success and a testament to Emily’s touch: I received acceptances to HBS, Tuck, Darden, Ross, McDonough, and Tepper. I am supremely confident I wouldn’t be going to HBS in the Fall, or have received acceptances at numerous other schools, if it were not for Emily. Additionally, after decisions were released, Emily gave me sage perspective and continuous support, critical to help me navigate choosing the best school for me. This post-decision support was, for me, almost as impactful as any application help that I received. From one Veteran to another – you are truly missing out on maximizing your full potential by not working with Emily. Her approach and results speak for themselves, and she was truly a joy to work with from start to finish.”

— US Air Force, Stanford GSB

— US Air Force, Stanford GSB

“Hiring Emily was the best decision I made in my MBA application process. Though I was initially hesitant to hire a consultant at all – hearing reviews from her past clients & seeing the results quickly solidified my decision. As one of them put it to me – and to make the most military analogy possible – “Anyone can do a Call-for-fire, but why would you when you have access to a JTAC?”. Over 2 admissions cycles and 3 deployments, Emily’s experience, insight, and initiative helped me turn my military experience and goals into a compelling narrative for applications/interviews that saw me receive acceptances from Tuck, Wharton, and Stanford GSB. Emily is the first recommendation I make to other military members when they tell me they’re in the MBA application process – and I truly believe that if you take a long-term perspective, hiring her is an absolute no-brainer.”

— Dan, US Navy, Wharton

— Dan, US Navy, Wharton

“I had tried using Service to School before I reached out to Emily. While they were friendly and helpful, Emily and Vince really knew how to help me tell my story. They were both extremely responsive and helpful. I was able to share my experiences in the Navy, and they helped me easily translate those into powerful narratives for my essays and resume. They definitely know what they are doing, as I received acceptance letters from 4 of the 5 schools I applied to (all of which were in the top 10)! I cannot recommend Emily and Vince enough for those looking to transition out of the military and into a top MBA program!”

— US Army, Wharton

— US Army, Wharton

“I ABSOLUTELY cannot recommend Emily enough. She is an EXPERT. Coming from a military healthcare background, I was nervous about how to shape my clinical experience into a compelling MBA application—until I met Emily. Emily’s strategy for tackling the application process gave me confidence, knowing I was putting my best foot forward with admissions. Emily was efficient, specific, and thoughtful with all her input as I worked through my essays and resume, helping me deeply reflect on what made me unique and stand out. Emily’s ability to help me reflect on my career goals clearly and showcase strengths I hadn’t even recognized was invaluable. Every call with Emily left me feeling so empowered and ready for the next step. Emily was always there for me, responding to my late-night emails and answering meticulous questions as I picked apart my application, making last-minute changes and edits before I hit submit. When I got to the interview prep process.. WOW I realized that Emily was just what I needed. I developed a confidence that I’ll carry forward well beyond business school. The results speak for themselves—I was 5/5 on acceptances across the M7 schools, with scholarship offers at every school. This was an outcome I honestly believe wouldn’t have happened without Emily in my corner. If you want to take your application seriously, call Emily; you won’t regret it.”

— USMC, Stanford GSB

— USMC, Stanford GSB

“Emily is incredibly good at what she does. I felt completely supported through every turn of the application process, which for someone who worries incessantly like myself, says a lot. She went above and beyond to help me when I needed it and well outside of what a reasonable return on the services I paid for, which I'm sure took valuable time away from her family. Not only did she provide incredible support but she truly made me feel as if she cared, which encouraged me to share my vulnerability which I think really played a role in the success of my application to Stanford!”

— Steve, US Army, Wharton

— Steve, US Army, Wharton

“From Day 1 of working with Military MBA Consulting, I knew I had made the right choice. If you had told me a year ago I would be successfully admitted to each and every school I will apply to, I would have laughed. Coming from a healthcare career within the Military, I was growing anxious with the struggle of conveying my story into my applications. Jackie was able to help more than I could of imagined, supporting me through the entire process.

For anyone struggling, choosing Military MBA Consulting is a clear choice. Not only was Jackie an excellent interview coach, working around my often difficult schedule and varying time zones, she also gave honest, critical feedback that was vital to giving me success in each of applications! If you are ready and willing to put full effort into this process, you can expect nothing less from the team at Military MBA Consulting.”

— Clif, US Navy, HBS

— Clif, US Navy, HBS

“Emily was a tremendous resource during my application process. We began working 6 months before I submitted my apps. Her thought-provoking starter documents about your background and experiences were a great starting point. She provides honest and candid feedback on potential weaknesses in your application and more than anything helps you properly tell your story with each and every part of the application. Her knowledge of what some schools value more than others is finely tuned, and she helps you determine which schools you think maybe a good fit for you. Her encouragement throughout the process was so helpful and makes an incredibly vulnerable process for the applicant seem much more comfortable. I would highly recommend you reach out to her for assistance!”

— William, USMC, Duke Fuqua

— William, USMC, Duke Fuqua

“I can’t do justice to the value of working with Military MBA Consulting. As an older MBA applicant and military retiree, I knew that I had an uphill climb in an unfamiliar environment with its own distinct approach and vocabulary. I had no practical idea how to translate my skills and experience into a product that would resonate with business school selection committees. Jackie acted in turn as guide, strategist, coach, and interpreter to help navigate this complex process and helped me turn an ambiguous plan into a focused, hard-hitting narrative that we built the application packages around. The results speak for themselves, I was accepted and received large scholarships to both of the top programs I applied to. If getting a top MBA is part of your plan, you need to call Military MBA Consulting today!”

— John, US Air Force, HBS

— John, US Air Force, HBS

“As a military applicant, Emily expertly guided me through the entire MBA admissions process, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From talking through initial separation options to deciding between multiple admissions offers, Emily helped me at every step along the way. She truly partnered with me to identify target schools, craft my story, firmly develop goals, and rigorously prepare for interviews. She found ways to help me translate and describe my military experiences, ultimately crafting the strongest application possible. With Emily's guidance, I was admitted to 5 of the top 10 US MBA programs - a result well beyond my expectations which I attribute wholeheartedly to her expertise.”

— Nicolas, US Navy, HBS

— Nicolas, US Navy, HBS

“Emily was instrumental in me gaining admission to the Harvard Business School. She has a vast amount of knowledge about the process, understands how to bring out the best of every candidate, and had very competitive pricing with tremendous value. I was a transitioning Naval Officer with a lower GMAT and she helped me gain admission to 4 of the top 10 schools and provide a very effective blueprint for the entire process. I have recommended her to all of my friends and she has helped all of them achieve admission to a top 10 program, even with the incredibly competitive atmosphere of the pandemic. She is the consultant who can transform your application and help you achieve your transition goals and next steps.”

— Jess, US Navy, NYU Stern

— Jess, US Navy, NYU Stern

“After a friend told me about Emily, I immediately got in touch with her. I knew that I needed her to guide me through the entire process. Not only did she help me navigate the application process, but she also helped me select the right test to ensure I would have a competitive application and find the right b-school. It is clear that she is the best coach out there and understands the intricacies involved with each MBA program. In addition, because she has worked with many veterans, she made it easy to translate my military experience into my civilian resume. With Emily’s guidance, I was accepted into all six MBA programs I applied to, two of which were top 10! I cannot thank her enough for the amazing service she provided!”

— Neil, US Navy, Chicago Booth

— Neil, US Navy, Chicago Booth

“Emily is an absolute professional of her craft. Every correspondence I had with Emily ended with actionable tasks or alternative outlooks that made the application process less overwhelming and much easier to manage. A tested, well-resourced consultant with deep industry knowledge and relationships, Emily’s cradle-to-grave approach instilled in me the confidence and competence of a high-quality deliverable. Her responsiveness, candor, and keen eye for the many subtle nuances of top MBA programs created a dynamic, iterative, and eye-opening learning experience for me. From day one, Emily made it clear that I was in control of every aspect of the application. She stressed the importance of being genuine and how she would not think, write, or say anything for me. Emily held me accountable for my work, which, in turn, made the application process a truly humbling and rewarding experience. As a military applicant, I believe this is what differentiates her. If you are willing to do the work, receive quality feedback, and trust the process, then Emily is your “go-to”.”

— Mark, US Army, Duke Fuqua

— Mark, US Army, Duke Fuqua

“The entire team at Military MBA Consulting are rockstars!  Specifically, Jackie was absolutely incredible!!! I know that I could not have achieved my acceptances without her abundance of knowledge on admissions. She took the time to get to know me and helped me create stories that were true to who I am. The prep and things she thought of I would have never considered and it made all the difference. Jackie changed my life and helped my family tremendously. ”

— Ben, US Navy, Chicago Booth

— Ben, US Navy, Chicago Booth

“Transitioning from the military is tough but making your experiences relatable to academics is even tougher. Emily's no BS approach helped me identify and articulate how my experiences "fit" various MBA programs. She's very supportive, timely, and organized. I could not have asked for a better person to walk through the application process with and I'm thankful for her help.”

— Ryan, US Air Force, HBS

— Ryan, US Air Force, HBS

“Emily was quite simply amazing. From our initial phone conversation I could tell that she would not only provide me guidance on my application but also be my Sherpa through a difficult transition from the military. Her attention to detail, extensive knowledge of the MBA admissions process, and willingness to challenge me during my application process made all the difference. Emily is THE consultant for your MBA application.”

— Caitlin, US Navy, Berkeley Haas

— Caitlin, US Navy, Berkeley Haas

“I’m so incredibly grateful for Emily and her support throughout my application and acceptance in R3 to one of my top choice MBA programs! Emily was able to truly recognize how I could use my 10 years of military experience to craft my story for my application. I was on a condensed timeline due to a last-minute decision that an MBA was right for me as I decided to transition out of the military. Emily quickly responded to all of my questions and gave me excellent feedback. She found a way for me to dig deeper in each of my essays and short answers to highlight how I was ready to take on the challenges of business school. She was encouraging throughout the whole process and I couldn’t have been accepted without her! I’m very thankful for her expertise and if you’re reading this and wondering if you should set up a phone call with her, you should just do it!!! It’s so worth it, I promise!”

— Eli, US Navy, Wharton

— Eli, US Navy, Wharton

“Jackie was an invaluable resource in navigating the intimidating process that is the MBA Application. As a naval officer, I had absolutely no idea how to communicate my military journey to the admissions committee or what a good resume looked like. I had lots of doubts about my ability to make it to an M7 program. Jackie helped me show the value of my military service in the civilian world and what kind of value I would bring to the MBA program. If you are a fellow veteran keeping yourself from applying to the top programs in the world: stop, and talk to Emily and Jackie.”

— Trevor, US Air Force, Duke Fuqua

— Trevor, US Air Force, Duke Fuqua

“I wish I would have been recommended to Emily on my first MBA application journey in R2 2020, instead I applied solo and was put on the waitlist for all schools that I applied to which eventually turned into non-admits. Then in summer of 2021, as I was gearing up to apply again to EA, I met Emily and everything changed. Before doing any writing, she helped me brainstorm and build a far more comprehensive approach to my application strategy which literally changed everything. Through thoughtful and thorough brainstorming exercises, Emily pushed me to tap into and reflect on some of the most difficult aspects of my upbringing and life story, ones that I would have never thought of on my own or view as relevant to use in my application. Through countless conversations and iterations, she challenged me to leverage them in a way that brought my story to life which I now realize is the reason I became an admit with a full-ride scholarship to Fuqua, my number one selected program. Additionally, through her process, tangentially, Emily helped me personally connect together my life story in an enlightening way that helped me grow. Emily is extremely kind and is brilliant when it comes to MBA application strategy, writing, and helping vets/applicants maximize their stories. She is there with you every step of the way and you’ll always know what your task is because of her unique process. You just have to follow it and be willing to put in the work. I can’t recommend Emily enough and I am extremely thankful I met her, she helped me accomplish one of my dream goals.”

— BRYAN, US ARMY, HBS

— BRYAN, US ARMY, HBS

“Emily’s experience with interview coaching for top tier programs was clear from the very beginning of our interaction. Her support, encouragement, and (most importantly) focused, critical feedback were vital to identifying the areas where I could achieve the most improvement in the least amount of time. Emily was a resource for me throughout the entire process—this was important to me as a non-traditional candidate. If you are looking for a consultant who will not only give you the feedback you need but also encourage your development, Emily is an ideal partner!”

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Why Military MBA?

Over 95% of Military MBA Consulting Clients Earn Admission to One of Their Top 3 MBA Choices.

  • We're flexible.

  • We meet you where you are.

  • We guide you towards a Top 20 MBA acceptance.

  • We help you think big.

  • We transform your transition.

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