Jed Sturman
MBA admissions consultant and Tuck alum
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Professionals |
| Credentials | MBA, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth; BA in Economics and Psychology, Bucknell University |
| Experience | 13 years coaching |
Jed Sturman is an MBA admissions consultant who helps professionals get into top business schools. He has coached applicants since 2013 and has worked with more than 60 MBA clients. His clients have been admitted to Sloan, Booth, Tuck, Yale SOM and Kellogg. Jed earned his own MBA at Tuck and worked in strategy consulting and private equity. He guides applicants from school selection through essays and interviews.
What Jed helps with
Jed helps applicants build a clear and personal story for business school. He works with them from choosing schools to final interviews.
- Choosing which MBA programs to apply to
- Writing MBA application essays
- Preparing for admissions interviews
- Getting strong recommendations
- Connecting past experience to future goals
- Application strategy and cover letters
- Applying to M7 and top 20 programs
Who Jed works with
Jed works with both traditional and nontraditional MBA applicants. His clients come from around the world and are professionals aiming for top business schools, including M7 and top 20 programs.
How Jed works
Jed pairs insider knowledge of the admissions process with a plan built for each client. He helps applicants find their most authentic stories and show their strengths clearly. He covers essays, recommendations, interviews and school selection. He offers coaching packages of different lengths, from 2 hours up to 20 hours or more, and also works by the hour.
Background and qualifications
Jed began coaching MBA applicants soon after earning his MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. Since 2013 he has been an MBA consultant with Stacy Blackman Consulting. He also holds a BA in Economics and Psychology from Bucknell University. Before coaching, he worked in strategy consulting, including at L.E.K. Consulting, and in private equity, marketing and entrepreneurship. He has helped more than 60 clients over 13 years.
Jed Sturman pricing
Programs and services
- Coaching package of 20+ hours
- Coaching package of 5+ hours
- Coaching package of 3+ hours
- Coaching package of 2+ hours
- Custom hourly coaching
Jed Sturman reviews
Jed Sturman has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He is a Tuck graduate with a background in private equity and strategy consulting who has coached MBA applicants for over 13 years.
Best for professionals aiming at M7 and top 20 MBA programs who want help with strategy, essays and interviews.
Common questions
How much does Jed Sturman charge?
Coaching with Jed runs $70 to $145 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Jed Sturman help with?
Jed Sturman helps with choosing which MBA programs to apply to, writing MBA application essays, preparing for admissions interviews and getting strong recommendations.
Does Jed Sturman have reviews?
Jed Sturman has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Jed Sturman certified?
Jed Sturman lists: MBA, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth; BA in Economics and Psychology, Bucknell University.
Does Jed Sturman work with nontraditional MBA applicants?
Yes. Jed works with both traditional and nontraditional applicants and guides them through every step of the process.
Which schools have Jed's clients been admitted to?
His clients have been admitted to programs including Sloan, Booth, Tuck, Yale SOM and Kellogg.
How do I contact Jed Sturman?
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