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A large modern beige stone building with multiple windows and architectural details, lined with trees and people walking on the sidewalk, under a partly cloudy sky.

Why APEX

APEX is built for IU pre-business students pursuing Kelley admission who want structure from day one. We keep a small roster and provide 1-on-1 coaching, accountability, and guidance on how to use campus resources—so you avoid common freshman-year mistakes that can put admission at risk.

APEX is 1:1 academic coaching for IU pre-business freshmen pursuing Kelley admission who want structure from day one. We combine weekly planning, accountability, and prerequisite course strategy—plus guidance on using IU resources early—so students avoid common freshman-year mistakes that can put admission at risk.

Freshman year is a big transition

Most students struggle to adjust in their first year—especially at a big school—often learning through trial and error.

But if you are a Kelley Pre-Business student - there’s not much room for error.

APEX provides a proven roadmap and personalized support system from day one—addressing challenges early and preventing you from getting behind.

If you are a Kelley Pre-Business student - there’s not much room for error.

You Bring the Effort. We’ll Help You Succeed.

The Kelley School of Business creates extraordinary opportunities, but admission isn’t guaranteed. Simply wanting to get into Kelley often isn’t enough —it's understanding how to navigate freshman year from the beginning in a way that keeps admission within reach.

APEX helps focus your time and energy with a clear roadmap for course expectations, weekly execution, using campus resources, and staying aligned with Kelley admission requirements.

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Two ice hockey players in white jerseys competing for the puck during a game on the ice rink, with a referee in the background.

About Michael Hanlon

APEX Founder and Kelley School of Business Student

A Pre-Business Student, I created APEX from my experience struggling to meet the admission requirements. Although I got an A or better in every requirement, I knew I could create a more efficient way to get the same result.