Kusha S
MBA admissions consultant for non-traditional applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
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| Credentials | Incoming MBA, Chicago Booth (Class of 2028); Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering, University of Virginia; Bachelor's degree in Physics, James Madison University |
Kusha S is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants build their story, write essays, prepare for interviews and win scholarships. Kusha is an incoming Chicago Booth MBA student and a Life Sciences technology consultant. Kusha applied on a tight timeline and earned 4 acceptances to top programs with over $250K in scholarship offers. This was done without a resume from MBB, Big Tech or a bulge bracket firm.
What Kusha helps with
Kusha helps MBA applicants plan their applications, sharpen their story and lower the cost of business school. Kusha also works with people who start late and need to move fast.
- Application strategy and school selection
- Crafting your personal story
- Essay reviews
- Scholarship negotiation and financial aid strategy
- Interview prep with direct feedback
- Applying on a short timeline
- Cover letters
- Turning a non-traditional background into a strength
Who Kusha works with
Kusha works with MBA applicants who come from non-traditional backgrounds, such as firms without big brand names on the resume. Kusha also helps late-starting applicants who need to move fast and people who want to save money on business school through scholarships.
Background and qualifications
Kusha studied physics at James Madison University and earned a Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering at the University of Virginia. Kusha is now an incoming MBA student at Chicago Booth, Class of 2028, with a merit-based scholarship. Kusha applied to MBA programs on a compressed timeline, spoke with dozens of alumni, current students and admissions officers, and worked with an MBA coach.
Kusha S pricing
Programs and services
- Coaching packages of 3 hours or more
- Coaching packages of 5 hours or more
- Application strategy and cover letter help
Kusha S reviews
Kusha S has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 2 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Kusha won over $250K in scholarship offers and 4 acceptances without a big-name firm on the resume.
Best for MBA applicants with non-traditional backgrounds who want help with essays, interviews and scholarships.
Common questions
How much does Kusha S charge?
Coaching with Kusha runs $70 to $145 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Kusha S help with?
Kusha S helps with application strategy and school selection, crafting your personal story, essay reviews and scholarship negotiation and financial aid strategy.
Does Kusha S have reviews?
Kusha S has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 2 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Kusha S certified?
Kusha S lists: Incoming MBA, Chicago Booth (Class of 2028); Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering, University of Virginia; Bachelor's degree in Physics, James Madison University.
Does Kusha help with scholarship negotiation?
Yes. Kusha offers scholarship negotiation and financial aid strategy as part of MBA admissions support.
Can Kusha help if I am applying on a tight timeline?
Yes. Kusha supports late-starting applicants who need to move fast and applied on a compressed timeline personally.
How do I contact Kusha S?
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