Brandon Tran
MBA admissions consultant and Stanford GSB admit
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
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| Credentials | Stanford GSB admit (deferred MBA program); BA in political science, University of Southern California |
Brandon Tran is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants with resumes, essays, and storytelling. He has worked with more than 30 MBA clients and has logged 9,885 minutes of coaching. He was admitted to Stanford GSB through its deferred MBA program. He works full time as a management consultant at KPMG. As a first-generation student, he knows the application process from the applicant's side.
What Brandon helps with
Brandon works on the parts of an MBA application that applicants often find hardest. He helps at any stage of the process.
- MBA essay review and editing
- MBA secondary application review
- Resume review and editing
- Application strategy
- Ding analysis after a rejection
- Telling your story in an application
Who Brandon works with
Brandon works with MBA applicants at any stage of the process. He meets clients where they are, whatever their background. He has helped more than 30 MBA clients so far.
Background and qualifications
Brandon was admitted to the Stanford Graduate School of Business through its deferred MBA program. He graduated from the University of Southern California in Spring 2024 with a degree in political science. He now works as a management consultant at KPMG. He grew up in the Bay Area as a first-generation student. He also leads ChallengeUS, a nonprofit that gets students involved in civics through educational competitions. He has read dozens of essays and resumes from applicants and applied to Stanford GSB and other top schools himself.
Brandon Tran pricing
Programs and services
- MBA comprehensive package with 18 hours of coaching
- Essay review and editing
- MBA secondary review
- Resume review and editing
- Custom hourly coaching
Brandon Tran reviews
Brandon Tran has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 18 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He is a recent Stanford GSB admit who applied through the deferred MBA program and still works as a consultant at KPMG.
Best for MBA applicants who want help with essays, resumes, and application strategy from someone who just went through the process.
Common questions
How much does Brandon Tran charge?
Coaching with Brandon runs $70 to $145 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Brandon Tran help with?
Brandon Tran helps with mBA essay review and editing, mBA secondary application review, resume review and editing and application strategy.
Does Brandon Tran have reviews?
Brandon Tran has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 18 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Brandon Tran certified?
Brandon Tran lists: Stanford GSB admit (deferred MBA program); BA in political science, University of Southern California.
Does Brandon help after an MBA rejection?
Yes. He offers ding analysis as part of his coaching, along with application strategy.
Can Brandon help with only one part of an application?
Yes. He offers separate essay review, secondary review, and resume review, as well as custom hourly sessions.
How do I contact Brandon Tran?
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