The value of using an admissions consultant is certainly debatable. One would think, especially considering MBA candidates, that someone applying to elite programs would bring to bear maturity and introspection to present themselves in a manner worthy of attention from admissions committees and ultimately a seat in a class of the esteemed institution of their choice. This can be true. However, this is a rare scenario. High achieving candidates of all stripes receive thin envelopes (or short emails) more often than they should.