Erik Rasmussen
MBA admissions consultant and Harvard Business School graduate
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Harvard Business School MBA; Rutgers undergraduate degree |
| Experience | 2 years coaching |
Erik Rasmussen is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants get into top business schools. He is a Harvard Business School graduate and a consultant at Bain. He got into HBS in the 2022 cycle with a lower-than-average GMAT and no consultant of his own. He has coached more than 20 MBA clients over two application cycles. Clients have gone on to HBS, GSB, Wharton, Sloan, Booth, Columbia and Yale SOM.
What Erik helps with
Erik helps applicants plan and complete their MBA applications and prepare for interviews. He is taking round 1 applicants this cycle.
- Planning an MBA application strategy
- Brainstorming essay ideas and stories
- Analyzing past rejections
- Preparing for MBA interviews with mock sessions
- Applying to M7 business schools
- Applying with a lower-than-average GMAT
Who Erik works with
Erik works with people applying to MBA programs, including those aiming for M7 schools. He is currently taking clients applying in round 1 of the upcoming cycle. He asks that clients be serious about the process, since he takes only a small number of clients each year.
How Erik works
He also runs 2 hour mock MBA interviews. Larger packages start at 20 hours or more of coaching. He also offers custom hourly help with application strategy and ding analysis. Because he works full time in consulting, session times are set by message in advance.
Background and qualifications
Erik is a first generation college student from New Jersey. He studied at Rutgers, then worked in the pharmaceutical industry for four years. At Merck he was a Senior Financial Analyst in Strategy and Value Management. He then attended Harvard Business School and was admitted in the 2022 cycle. He was one of six students from his year chosen to join the HBS admissions committee. He now works as a consultant at Bain and coaches MBA applicants on the side.
Erik Rasmussen pricing
Programs and services
- MBA mock interview, 2 hours
- Coaching package of 20 hours or more
- Custom hourly coaching
- Free chat by message before booking
Erik Rasmussen reviews
Erik Rasmussen has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 17 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He is a current Bain consultant and recent HBS graduate who served on the HBS admissions committee as a student.
Best for serious MBA applicants aiming for M7 schools in round 1 who want an experienced recent graduate.
Common questions
How much does Erik Rasmussen charge?
Coaching with Erik runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Erik from this page for an exact quote.
What does Erik Rasmussen help with?
Erik Rasmussen helps with planning an MBA application strategy, brainstorming essay ideas and stories, analyzing past rejections and preparing for MBA interviews with mock sessions.
Does Erik Rasmussen coach online?
Sessions are online.
Does Erik Rasmussen have reviews?
Erik Rasmussen has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 17 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Erik Rasmussen certified?
Erik Rasmussen lists: Harvard Business School MBA; Rutgers undergraduate degree.
Is Erik taking new clients this year?
Yes, he is supporting clients applying in round 1 of the upcoming cycle. He takes a limited number of clients, so message him before booking.
Can Erik help with a lower-than-average GMAT?
Erik was admitted to HBS with a lower-than-average GMAT. He also was a first generation college student who did not hire a consultant.
How do I contact Erik Rasmussen?
Send Erik a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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