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Connie’s MBA Qualifications
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100+ MBA clients
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As the former Associate Director of Admissions at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Skyler has a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out in a competitive applicant pool. During his time at UofC, he also oversaw the admissions process for the highly selective Civic Scholars Program, meaning he also has a unique expertise in advising non-traditional candidates. Skyler's coaching has helped candidates gain acceptance to every M7 business school, including Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton. With a personalized approach, he ensures each client strategically positions their unique strengths and goals to maximize their chances of success. Whether you are targeting top-tier programs or need guidance on crafting a compelling narrative, Skyler’s insider perspective and proven results make him an invaluable partner in your MBA journey.
Connie can help with:
Application Strategy
Ding Analysis
Editing
Essays
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Interviews
Recommendations
Resume
School Selection
Secondary Review
Waitlist Strategy
Work Experience
Co-founder & CEO
Adams Admissions Consulting
March 2024 - Present
Adams Admissions Consulting is a premier admissions consulting firm that provides high-level support to students and families as they navigate the admissions process. Adams Admissions Consulting is also committed to supporting first-generation, low-income students through its First Acceptance Program.
Director
Independent MBA Admissions Coach
November 2023 - Present
ACCEPTANCES INCLUDE: CHICAGO BOOTH, MIT SLOAN, YALE SOM NORTHWESTERN KELLOGG, UVA DARDEN, COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL, AND DUKE FUQUA. Provide hands-on guidance and support to clients throughout the MBA application process, including resume development, essay editing, interview preparation, and overall application strategy, ensuring alignment with their academic and career goals. Provide meticulous editing and proofreading services for clients' application materials, including essays, resumes, recommendation letters, and other supplementary documents, ensuring clarity, coherence, and adherence to admissions standards. Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations to develop tailored application strategies that highlight their unique strengths and differentiate them in the competitive admissions landscape. Review and critique clients' application materials with meticulous attention to detail, offering constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement to enhance clarity, coherence, and persuasiveness. Collaborate closely with clients to refine their personal narratives and articulate compelling stories that resonate with admissions committees, drawing on deep expertise in storytelling techniques and persuasive communication. Stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in MBA admissions, continuously refining consulting methodologies and approaches to deliver maximum value and impact to clients.
Admissions Consultant
Solomon Admissions
January 2022 - November 2023
ACCEPTANCES INCLUDE: MIT (RD), BERKELEY, AND CARNEGEIE MELLON. Conduct comprehensive assessments of students' academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and career aspirations to provide tailored guidance and advice for the college admissions process. Formulate personalized college application strategies, including selection of suitable universities, essay topic brainstorming, and recommendation letter guidance, maximizing students' chances of acceptance. Provide guidance and feedback on college application essays, ensuring clarity, coherence, and a compelling narrative that resonated with admissions committees. Stay abreast of evolving admissions trends, policies, and procedures, providing up-to-date information to students for a competitive advantage in the college admissions process. Adhere to ethical guidelines and industry standards while providing guidance to students, ensuring integrity and transparency in the admissions consulting process.
Associate Director, Admissions
The University of Chicago
September 2021 - August 2023
Admissions Committee
Read, evaluated and rendered admission decisions for over 100 Chicago Booth candidates each year. Oversee the admissions process the Chicago Booth Civic Scholars Program, which provides full-tuition scholarships to non-profit and government professionals. Collaborated with stakeholders across campus including faculty members, advancement team members, and the Neubauer Foundation to create a cohort of 10-15 scholars per year. Oversaw Admissions Interview Committee of 130 admissions volunteers, including evaluating applications, creating and implementing appropriate trainings, and serving as main point-of-contact for admissions interviews.
Assistant Director of Admissions
Northwestern University
June 2017 - March 2020
Admissions Committee
Read, evaluated, and rendered admission decisions for over 2,000 freshmen and transfer applications each year.
Education
Northwestern University
Master of Science - MS, Higher Education Administration and Policy, University Admissions
2017 - 2018
Hope College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
2009 - 2013
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