Elsa Sze
MBA admissions consultant and Harvard MBA/MPP graduate
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
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| Credentials | Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School joint MBA/MPP; Three Harvard fellowships; World Economic Forum Global Shaper |
Elsa Sze is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants tell their story clearly and stand out. She earned a joint MBA and MPP from Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School. She built a venture-backed startup out of the Harvard Innovation Lab. She began coaching while at Harvard, after co-founding a leadership institute for graduate students. She also tells clients honestly if an MBA is the wrong step for them.
What Elsa helps with
Elsa helps applicants decide whether an MBA fits their goals and then build a strong application around their story.
- Deciding if an MBA fits your goals and timing
- Application strategy
- Cover letters
- Telling your story with clarity and confidence
- Standing out in elite admissions
Who Elsa works with
Elsa coaches high-achieving applicants who are aiming for elite MBA programs. She has worked with people from all walks of life. Her clients include those who want help with the storytelling side of the application.
How Elsa works
Elsa starts with a direct talk about whether an MBA fits your goals, timing, and path. If the answer is yes, she helps you shape your story and present it with clarity, confidence, and depth. Her focus is on storytelling, which she sees as one of the hardest parts of the MBA process.
Background and qualifications
Elsa was one of 30 students admitted each year to the joint MBA and MPP program at Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School. She earned three Harvard fellowships and was named a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. At HBS she co-founded a leadership institute for graduate students, which marked the start of her coaching. She later built a venture-backed startup out of the Harvard Innovation Lab and has worked across startups, policy, and global institutions. She is also a writer.
Elsa Sze pricing
Programs and services
- Hourly coaching sessions
- Coaching packages
- Application strategy help
- Cover letter help
Elsa Sze reviews
Elsa Sze has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 1 review on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
She starts by asking whether an MBA is right for you, and she is a Harvard joint MBA/MPP graduate and startup founder.
Best for ambitious applicants to top MBA programs who want honest advice on fit and help with their story.
Common questions
How much does Elsa Sze charge?
Coaching with Elsa runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Elsa from this page for an exact quote.
What does Elsa Sze help with?
Elsa Sze helps with deciding if an MBA fits your goals and timing, application strategy, cover letters and telling your story with clarity and confidence.
Does Elsa Sze have reviews?
Elsa Sze has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 1 review on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Elsa Sze certified?
Elsa Sze lists: Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School joint MBA/MPP; Three Harvard fellowships; World Economic Forum Global Shaper.
Does Elsa Sze think everyone should get an MBA?
No. She starts with a candid talk about whether the degree fits your goals, timing, and path before working on your application.
How do I contact Elsa Sze?
Send Elsa a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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