We Take The Fear Out of Admissions
Over the past 17 years, Forster-Thomas has built a global reputation among undergraduate and graduate candidates alike for the personalized service, integrity, and excellence we bring to our work as educational consultants.
Our secret is simple: We truly understand admissions.
No matter where you’re applying—undergrad, b-school, law school, med-school, or film school—one fact remains the same: stats like your GPA and test scores only serve to get you past the gatekeeper. What genuinely excites admissions officers is gaining an understanding of who you are. If they can get an in-depth look at the real you (including your strengths, values, accomplishments, quirky tastes, and yes, even weaknesses), they will form a connection with you, just as your closest friends have. In other words, communicating your personal story in an insightful, reflective way is crucial, and that’s exactly what we help candidates do best.
At Forster-Thomas, we're not simply consultants, we're devoted, fearless coaches—and we play at an Olympic level. We dig deep to help you discover your true self and express it through your essays. We unlock the leader inside you, helping you be the leader you can be. We drive you to up your extracurricular game, shift your perspective on what makes you great, and whittle your dreams into sharp academic and professional goals.
Ultimately, what we do is build great candidacies—from advice on strengthening your transcripts and extracurriculars, to interview skills, to essays that communicate who you are instead of merely what you've done. And the most important part? We make sure you and the school you’re applying to is a fit.
Let us help you send a clear message to admissions officers: Acceptance is a two-way street. Your community needs me just as much as I need it.
Community Service
4 out of 5 admissions officers recommend it.
5 out of 5 Forster-Thomas candidates do it.
Ask about the Forster-Thomas Extracurricular Action Plan, where we assist you in developing and launching your own service or leadership project.
Testimonials
Working with David and Evan was an incredible process. Not only were you able to really draw out my life experiences and use them for my personal stories, but I managed to learn a lot about myself. It was about absolute trust in your team - trusting the process. You know what the schools are looking for; you know how to pinpoint leadership qualities from any experience. By looking at those experiences through your eyes, I felt empowerment and that gave me the confidence to walk into any interview knowing I belong there and they'd be damn lucky to have me.”
I got into Kellogg, Chicago, Wharton, and HBS!!! I am super excited! HBS was all I needed, but the others are amazing, too. I am so excited and so grateful for all of your insight along the way. THANK YOU!”
Before working with David and Evan I was all set to attend a mid-level MBA program. However, they convinced me that with the proper guidance and preparation I was capable of getting in to a top 10 MBA program. They were right. I never would have been accepted without their support and I am very grateful.”
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