Our Clients have been accepted to:
With over 90% acceptance rate and millions in scholarships earned
What You'll Gain From This Consultation
In your 30-minute strategy session with a senior Sia Admissions consultant, you'll receive:
Initial Profile Assessment – We'll review your background and discuss your competitiveness for your target programs
Candid Feedback – Honest perspective on your strengths and the challenges you'll need to address in your applications
Understanding of What's Required – Clear picture of the depth of work needed to craft a compelling M7/Top-15 application
Overview of Our Methodology – Learn how Sia's approach differs from do-it-yourself applications and larger consulting firms
Partnership Fit Evaluation – Determine whether our personalized, mission-driven approach aligns with your needs and expectations
Next Steps Discussion – If we're a mutual fit, we'll discuss service options, timeline, and how to move forward together
Important: This is a candidacy assessment and fit consultation, not a strategy session. The deep strategic work—uncovering your narrative, positioning your story, and developing your application strategy—happens when you become a client.
The Sia Admissions Difference
Every Consultant Embodies Our Core Values
Founded by Susan Berishaj, Sia Admissions was built on a simple philosophy: treat every applicant as a person, not a number.
Our team is carefully selected and trained to deliver the same mission-driven, deeply personalized approach that has defined Sia Admissions since day one:
You're a Priority, Not a Case Number We maintain limited client rosters to ensure you receive dedicated attention throughout your application journey.
Deep Psychological Insight We go beyond surface-level credentials to uncover the authentic stories that reveal your character, motivations, and potential impact.
Strategic & Methodical Our structured approach combines rigorous planning with flexibility to adapt to your unique circumstances and timeline.
Partner, Not Vendor We invest in understanding your full story—your aspirations, challenges, and the experiences that shaped you—to craft applications that truly resonate.
Mission-Driven Excellence We celebrate diversity of background, experience, and perspective. Your perceived "weaknesses" may be your greatest differentiators.
Real Results from Real Clients
Who We Work Best With
Sia Admissions partners with ambitious professionals who are:
✅ Targeting M7 or Top-15 MBA Programs (Full-Time, Part-Time, EMBA, PhD, or specialized degrees)
✅ Committed to Deep Engagement – Ready to invest time and energy in uncovering their authentic story and crafting strategic applications
✅ Open to Honest Feedback – Value candid guidance, even when it challenges initial assumptions
✅ Seeking Strategic Partnership – Want a consultant who treats them as an individual with a unique journey, not another applicant profile
✅ Ready to Work Smart – Understand that successful applications require both hard work and strategic positioning
Whether you have a 3.9 GPA and Goldman Sachs on your resume—or you're pivoting careers and need to overcome gaps—we'll assess how to position your strengths and determine if we're the right strategic partner for your journey.
What Happens During Your Consultation
Your Background & Goals (10 minutes) We'll discuss your academic credentials, professional experience, target schools, and what you hope to achieve with an MBA.
Initial Assessment (10 minutes) We'll provide honest feedback on your competitiveness and the key areas that will require strategic attention in your applications.
Our Approach & Partnership (10 minutes) Learn how Sia's methodology works, what the application process looks like with us, and whether we're the right fit for your needs.
This is an exploratory conversation to assess mutual fit, not a strategy session. You'll walk away with clarity on where you stand and what it takes to build a competitive application, but the comprehensive strategic work (school selection, narrative development, story identification, positioning strategy, and essay coaching) is what we do together as partners once you're a client.
Why Strategic Partnership Matters
Many applicants believe they can piece together advice from free consultations, online forums, and self-editing to create a competitive M7 application. Here's what we see happen:
The DIY Approach Often Results In:
Generic essays that sound like every other applicant in your industry
Missing the stories that truly differentiate you (because you don't know which experiences matter most)
Failing to address red flags in a way that turns weaknesses into strengths
Applications that are "good" but not compelling enough to earn admission or scholarships
The Sia Partnership Delivers:
10+ rounds of deep revision to uncover and articulate your authentic narrative
Strategic positioning that makes admissions committees see you differently than your peers
A comprehensive approach across every application component (resume, essays, recommendations, interviews)
The confidence that comes from having an expert guide who has successfully navigated this process hundreds of times
The consultation helps you understand what's possible, but the transformation happens through partnership.
What Our Consultation Is NOT
To ensure this is the right fit for both of us, this consultation may not be ideal if you're:
❌ Looking for quick tips or free essay edits without deeper engagement
❌ Still exploring whether to apply this cycle or undecided about business school
❌ Expecting guaranteed admission without rigorous self-reflection and work
❌ Choosing consultants based solely on price rather than methodology and fit
We're committed to transparency and mutual respect. If you're in the early exploration phase, we encourage you to review our blog and YouTube resources until you're ready to fully commit.
Our Approach: Mission-Driven, Results-Oriented
We Maintain Limited Client Capacity by Design
To deliver the personalized attention that defines Sia Admissions, each consultant works with a select number of clients per cycle. This ensures:
Deep understanding of your complete story
Multiple rounds of thoughtful revision (often 10+ drafts)
Availability for questions and guidance throughout the process
Strategic thinking rather than template-based approaches
Founder-Driven Values, Team-Delivered Excellence
While our team has grown, the mission remains unchanged: deliver the same deeply personal, strategically rigorous service that Susan Berishaj established when founding Sia Admissions.
Every team member is:
Rigorously trained in our methodology
Selected for emotional intelligence and commitment to clients
Empowered to make each client feel seen, heard, and championed
Accountable to our 90%+ acceptance rate standard
Whether you work with Susan, Danae, or another Sia consultant, you'll receive the same mission-driven partnership that has earned us recognition on Poets & Quants and dozens of verified five-star reviews.
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FAQ
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Your initial consultation may be either with Susan or with a senior member of the Sia Admissions team. If you decide to move forward, we carefully match you with the consultant whose background, expertise, and working style best aligns with your profile and goals. Our entire team is trained in Susan's methodology and embodies the personalized, mission-driven values that define Sia.
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Our 3-School Comprehensive Package ranges from $10,000-$12,000 depending on the consultant you work with. Senior Consultants are $10,000, while working directly with founder Susan Berishaj is $12,000. We also offer hourly services at $400/hour for clients who prefer targeted support. Flexible payment options are available. We'll discuss pricing, packages, and consultant matching during your consultation.
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That's okay. We can still conduct a valuable consultation based on your profile, goals, and timeline. We'll discuss whether to move forward now or wait until you have a score.
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Absolutely. We've helped numerous re-applicants gain admission after previous rejections, including multiple M7 acceptances with scholarships. We'll assess what went wrong previously and develop a stronger strategy.
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We're a boutique consultancy that prioritizes quality over quantity. You'll never feel like a number in an assembly line. Our consultants maintain limited client rosters, enabling deep partnership and unlimited revision cycles until your application truly shines.
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We consider your target schools, industry background, personal circumstances, working style preferences, and the consultant's expertise and availability. Our goal is to create a partnership where you feel genuinely supported and understood.
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Over 90% of our clients are accepted to one or more of their target schools, with millions in scholarships earned collectively. Our clients have been admitted to every M7 program and top international business schools.
Ready to Start Your M7 Journey?
Limited consultation slots are available each week.
Schedule your complimentary 30-minute strategy session today and take the first step toward crafting an application that stands out.
Have questions before booking? Email us at info@siaadmissions.com