Michael Del Monte
MBA admissions consultant with Kellogg and Top 10 admits
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Kellogg School of Management MBA student; BS in Finance, University of Florida; Master's in Information Systems and Operations Management |
Michael Del Monte is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants build strong business school applications. He was admitted to several M7 and Top 10 schools, including Kellogg, Yale and Dartmouth Tuck, with a lower GMAT score and an unconventional work background. He has coached more than 20 MBA clients. Before business school he worked in management consulting and at two high growth startups in New York City.
What Michael helps with
Michael helps applicants who worry that their test score or work history will hold them back. He also helps applicants from over-represented groups stand out.
- Building a clear story for your application
- Applying with a low GMAT or GRE score
- Standing out as an over-represented applicant
- Writing MBA essays
- Making an application plan that starts six or more months before deadlines
- Practicing for interviews with mock interviews
- Choosing schools and recommenders
- Analyzing past rejections
Who Michael works with
Michael works with MBA applicants. Many have an unconventional work background or a GMAT or GRE score below the school average. He also works with applicants from over-represented demographics who need to stand out to admissions committees.
How Michael works
Michael starts with an application plan that has a detailed schedule. The plan begins six or more months before the deadline. He builds a single theme for the whole application. He runs mock interviews, including school specific sessions for Kellogg. He also offers a free MBA brand check with his all schools mock interview package and a coaching questionnaire and application checklist.
Background and qualifications
Michael is a current student at the Kellogg School of Management. He earned a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Florida. He also earned a master's degree in Information Systems and Operations Management. He started his career at Guidehouse Consulting in management consulting. He then joined Gorillas, a food tech startup, and led its growth function for one year. Next he led North American expansion at Zoomo, a micro-mobility startup. There he opened new markets, including the first Canadian operations.
Michael Del Monte pricing
Programs and services
- Kellogg mock interview
- All business schools mock interview with free MBA brand check
- Multi-hour coaching packages
- Custom hourly coaching
- Application strategy and ding analysis
- MBA application checklist and coaching questionnaire
Michael Del Monte reviews
Michael Del Monte has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Michael got into several Top 10 business schools with a low GMAT and a work background he calls non-prestigious, so he coaches from that same starting point.
Best for MBA applicants with a low GMAT or GRE score or an unconventional work history.
Common questions
How much does Michael Del Monte charge?
Coaching with Michael runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Michael from this page for an exact quote.
What does Michael Del Monte help with?
Michael Del Monte helps with building a clear story for your application, applying with a low GMAT or GRE score, standing out as an over-represented applicant and writing MBA essays.
Does Michael Del Monte coach online?
Sessions are online.
Does Michael Del Monte have reviews?
Michael Del Monte has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Michael Del Monte certified?
Michael Del Monte lists: Kellogg School of Management MBA student; BS in Finance, University of Florida; Master's in Information Systems and Operations Management.
Does Michael Del Monte work with applicants who have a low GMAT or GRE score?
Yes. He helps applicants build a strong story even with a lower test score. He was admitted to top schools with a low GMAT himself.
Does Michael Del Monte offer mock interviews?
Yes. He offers mock interviews, including a Kellogg specific session and one for all business schools.
How do I contact Michael Del Monte?
Send Michael a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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