Lauren Wong
MBA and masters admissions consultant with AIGAC certification
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $150 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | MBA admissionsGrad school and PhDIvy League and top schoolsInternational studentsFinancial aid and scholarshipsGoal setting and accountabilityConfidence and self-esteem |
| Also coaches | Life coach |
| Credentials | AIGAC certified; MBA, UCLA Anderson School of Management; Bachelor degrees, UC Berkeley; Certified coach (2022) |
| Practice | Coach Lauren Wong |
Lauren Wong is an MBA and masters admissions consultant who also coaches clients on goal setting. Lauren holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson and is certified by AIGAC. Lauren launched a coaching business in 2022 after 9+ years as a private academic tutor. Lauren's clients have been admitted to schools such as Wharton, Kellogg, Haas, Fuqua, INSEAD and LBS. Lauren has worked with clients and admissions committees in 5+ countries.
What Lauren helps with
Lauren helps clients get into top MBA and masters programs. Lauren also builds confidence and habits for reaching goals beyond school.
- Getting into top MBA programs in the USA and Europe
- Applying to masters programs
- Improving application drafts with edits and feedback
- Telling a clear personal story in applications
- Securing scholarships for graduate study
- Building confidence and sustainable goal habits
Who Lauren works with
Lauren works with people applying to MBA and masters programs in the USA and Europe. Lauren's clients have targeted M7 schools, top 10 schools, and European programs like INSEAD, LBS and HEC. Lauren has worked with clients and admissions committees across 5+ countries.
How Lauren works
Lauren gives clients support, edits and feedback on their applications. Lauren helps each client find, own and share their story. Lauren also teaches sustainable habits for setting and reaching goals, so the skills last beyond the application.
Background and qualifications
Lauren started tutoring part-time in 2014 and kept tutoring and mentoring while working full-time. Lauren spent 9+ years as a private academic tutor and 3+ years as an undergrad mentor. In 2021 Lauren helped friends in Taiwan apply to US graduate schools. Lauren launched a coaching business in 2022. Lauren holds Bachelor degrees from UC Berkeley and an MBA from UCLA Anderson. Lauren is certified by AIGAC.
Lauren Wong pricing
Lauren Wong reviews
Lauren Wong has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 8 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Lauren reports that 85% of Lauren's clients in the last 3 years were admitted to at least one top 25 program, and Lauren has helped secure over $500,000 in scholarships.
Best for applicants aiming at top MBA or masters programs who want help shaping their story and finding scholarships.
Common questions
How much does Lauren Wong charge?
Coaching with Lauren runs $70 to $150 an hour. Message Lauren from this page for an exact quote.
What does Lauren Wong help with?
Lauren Wong helps with getting into top MBA programs in the USA and Europe, applying to masters programs, improving application drafts with edits and feedback and telling a clear personal story in applications.
Does Lauren Wong have reviews?
Lauren Wong has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 8 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Lauren Wong certified?
Lauren Wong lists: AIGAC certified; MBA, UCLA Anderson School of Management; Bachelor degrees, UC Berkeley; Certified coach (2022).
Does Lauren Wong work with programs outside the USA?
Yes. Lauren's clients have been admitted to European programs including INSEAD, LBS and HEC.
How do I contact Lauren Wong?
Send Lauren a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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