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June 13, 2025
How to Write an Amazing College Essay: 3 Tips for Success
A former admissions committee member outlines some of his best advice for writing a killer college application essay that will not only impress the AdCom, but also get you admitted into your dream school.
June 13, 2025
4 Tips to Elevate Your College Essay
In this article, Mel B., a former UT Austin adcom member and current Leland coach, shares four invaluable tips to take your college essay from ordinary to exceptional.
June 13, 2025
How to Write a Powerful Personal Statement for Your Law School Applications
These expert tips and examples will help you craft a winning law school admissions essay. Learn how to stand out and impress the admissions committee while staying true to your story.
June 13, 2025
7 MBA Essay Tips to Make You Stand Out in 2024
Curated tips from a Chicago Booth MBA about how to write the best essay possible for your application.
June 13, 2025
Why I Joined Leland—Erika Mahterian
Erika M., the Head of Experience at Leland and former EY Consultant, outlines why she chose to come to Leland.
June 13, 2025
Why I Joined Leland—Andrew Dale
Andrew D., a Deferred Kellogg Admit and former LinkedIn Strategy Analyst, outlines why he chose to join Leland as Head of Growth.
June 13, 2025
The Top 25 Coaches on Leland: 2022 Edition
When you’re trying to reach your goals, it can make a world of a difference to have people in your corner. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating the top 25 Leland coaches of 2022.
June 13, 2025
Why I Joined Leland—Mike Mella
Mike M., a Leland PM and Product Management Coach, outlines why he chose to join Leland.
June 13, 2025
UVA Acceptance Rate (2024-2025) — Breakdown & Analysis
Discover the latest UVA acceptance rate for 2024-2025 and learn about key admission factors, early decision, test score requirements, and strategies to enhance your application to the University of Virginia.
June 13, 2025
The Power of ‘I’ Statements in Admissions Storytelling
Learn how to use ‘I’ and 'We' statements effectively in your admissions essays and interviews. Understand how these pronouns can emphasize your individual contributions and team achievements and when to highlight collaboration vs. personal initiative in your business school applications.