Postgraduate admissions
consulting

Take specialised education to a new level. Find your best-fit institution with advice from our expert consultants.

Postgraduate admissions consulting

Take specialised education to a new level. Find your best-fit institution with advice from our expert consultants.

5 STEPS TO A COMPETITIVE POSTGRADUATE APPLICATION

Postgraduate Admission Application Process | The Red Pen

Postgraduate End-To-End Service

Step 01: Pre-application & Scholarship StrategyOur counsellors review your undergraduate performance, GRE/GMAT test scores, project work, volunteer and work experience to help you develop a strong profile for a competitive, diverse and unique postgraduate application.

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Step 02: University SelectionUsing their vast experience, expertise our counsellors help you identify the universities that align with your profile, interests, goals, curriculum requirements and geographical preferences.

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Step 03: Essay & Document SupportOur counsellors provide customised support on the statement of purpose drafts and give you expert guidance to develop a professional resume. Finally, we help you select the right combination of recommenders and share guidelines on recommendation strategy.

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Step 04: Video Essay & Interview PrepA 30-minute video-recorded mock interview, followed by a 30-minute real-time analysis and additional review and feedback by a member of our postgraduate advisory team ensures a confident and successful interview experience. We also provide support on video essay requirements for select applications.

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Step 05: Final College SelectionOnce you receive final admissions offers, our counsellors take you through a review of your options in hand. They offer support and advice to help you select the Master’s programme best suited to your academic and personal goals.

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TRACK RECORD

Consulting Services MBA Track Record | The Red Pen

99% OF APPLICANTS received offers to their top choices
$400k+ in scholarships
Admits to 200 COLLEGES in over 10 countries
Applicants from 9 countries
Applicants from 15+ cities in India
1,200
applications sent in the last 3 years
30+ unique programmes

OUR TEAM

At The Red Pen, we take great pride in a dedicated team who are invested in finding the best-fit programmes for you.

ADMISSIONS

Our applicants have been admitted to:

US
Boston University
Brown University
Carnegie Mellon University
Columbia University
Cornell University
Duke University
Fordham University
Harvard University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
New York University
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
Parsons School of Design
Princeton University
Purdue University
Rhode Island School of Design
Savannah College of Art and Design
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Stanford University
Syracuse University
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
The Pennsylvania State University
The University of Chicago
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
University of Missouri
University of Notre Dame
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh
University of Rochester
University of Southern California
University of Washington
Vanderbilt University
Virginia Tech
Washington University in St. Louis

Canada
Carleton University
McGill University
McMaster University
Queen’s University
Ryerson University
Simon Fraser University
The University of British Columbia
University of Alberta
University of Toronto
University of Waterloo
York University

UK
City, University of London
Imperial College London
King’s College London
London Business School
London College of Fashion
London School of Economics and Political Science
Queen Mary University of London
Royal College of Art
The University of Edinburgh
University of Cambridge
University of Exeter
University of Glasgow
University of Leeds
University of Nottingham
University of Oxford
University of Warwick

Rest of the World
Bond University, Australia
Design Academy Eindhoven, Netherlands
Dublin Business School, Ireland
ESCP Business School, Europe
ESSEC Business School, France
ETH Zürich, Switzerland
Grenoble Ecole de Management, France
IE Business School, Spain
IE School of Architecture and Design, Spain
INSEAD, France
Monash University, Australia
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
National University of Singapore, Singapore
Scuola Politecnica di Design, Italy
Singapore Management University, Singapore
Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden
The Australian National University, Australia
The University of Melbourne, Australia
The University of Sydney, Australia
Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
TU Delft, Netherlands
University College Dublin, Ireland
University of Amsterdam, Netherlands

OUR CANDIDATE PROFILES

OUR CANDIDATE PROFILES

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Science in Economics

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

0 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

GRE: 315

Undergraduate GPA

3.3/4

Postgraduate Specialisation

Finance

Admitted to

University of Texas at Dallas, University of Rochester & Washington University in St. Louis

After meeting with various counsellors, I felt that The Red Pen was the perfect fit for me. With the help of the team, I was able to present my unique story in the best way possible. I received admissions from top universities across the world. I would recommend The Red Pen to anyone who is looking to apply globally for their further studies.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Commerce

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

9 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

NA

Undergraduate GPA

First Class with Honours

Postgraduate Specialisation

Business Analytics

Admitted to

Fordham University

As I had 10 years of work experience, I wanted a consultant who could not only find the right programme but also assist me in conveying my professional story in a clear and concise manner. The application process was seamlessly handled. It is because of the strong connection to the programme, I managed to get an admit and get a scholarship. I highly recommend The Red Pen services to all students across categories who want to study abroad.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Commerce

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

0 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

GRE: 321

Undergraduate GPA

6.7/10

Postgraduate Specialisation

Finance

Admitted to

Duke University & ESSEC Business School

I was very anxious when I approached The Red Pen and was in an analysis paralysis due to the plethora of information available online. I was unable to figure out what to trust. The Red Pen helped me decide my major, shortlist universities, understand my strengths and weaknesses, manage my deadlines and guided me through the entire process. I am really thankful to the entire team.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

3 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

GRE: 318

Undergraduate GPA

3.31/4

Postgraduate Specialisation

Computer Science

Admitted to

TU Delft & Northeastern University

The help, support and time The Red Pen has invested in my application made the entire process very smooth. They managed the various aspects and I cannot stress the impact they have made.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Science in Management

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

1 Year

GMAT/GRE Score

NA

Undergraduate GPA

NA

Postgraduate Specialisation

Human Capital Management

Admitted to

Columbia University

The Red Pen was a fabulous decision for me as they helped me get into my dream college. I had worked with them before for my undergraduate admissions so it was an easy decision for me. The postgraduate team did an amazing job in explaining what admission representatives are looking for. They were able to help me identify my core strengths and put my story across in the best possible way. I would strongly recommend The Red Pen to anyone looking for a university counsellor.

Undergraduate Degree

Master of Science in Economics

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

3 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

NA

Undergraduate GPA

9.0/10

Postgraduate Specialisation

Public Policy

Admitted to

Columbia University, London School of Economics and Political Science, Tufts University & University of Chicago

Having The Red Pen’s support was really helpful. Highly experienced and having handled many working professionals, they are always a ping away to provide you with the precise guidance and emotional support you need.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

0 Years

GMAT/GRE Score

GRE: 321

Undergraduate GPA

9.0/10

Postgraduate Specialisation

Management Science & Engineering

Admitted to

Columbia University, Dartmouth University, UC Berkeley, New York University, Brown University, Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, Carnegie Mellon University, Cornell University, ETH Zurich & University of Toronto

The Red Pen helped me shortlist my goals and aspirations to select a perfect graduate course. They have an excellent support system with great knowledge about educational institutions. The team provides great guidance and mentorship and without the Postgraduate Team at The Red Pen to support me in this journey I would truly be lost.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

1 Year

GMAT/GRE Score

NA

Undergraduate GPA

3.64/4

Postgraduate Specialisation

Business Analytics and Information Management

Admitted to

Carnegie Mellon University & Purdue University

Joining The Red Pen is without a doubt the best choice I made while applying for graduate school. Transitioning into business analytics from chemical engineering, was a dream come true for me as I received admits from top universities in the field. They understand your background, your aspirations and career goals, help you select the right universities while being honest about your chances and most importantly, help you develop a narrative that makes you stand out.

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor of Commerce

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

1 Year

GMAT/GRE Score

GMAT: 680

Undergraduate GPA

NA

Postgraduate Specialisation

Finance

Admitted to

Stockholm School of Economics

Working with The Red Pen has been a unique and enriching association. The team is extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient. They’re able to customise each application to individual programmes and showcase the applicant’s strengths from multiple perspectives. The application process can be stressful. Knowing that there’s a professional team behind you, working around the clock and being as motivated as you are to help you get into the programmes and establishments of your choice makes The Red Pen exceptional.