Nicola Stadelmann
MBA admissions consultant and former McKinsey consultant
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $150 an hour |
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| Works with | Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
Nicola Stadelmann is an MBA admissions consultant who helps applicants get into top business schools. Nicola earned a place at Harvard Business School after working at McKinsey for two years. Nicola later spent just over two years as a consulting team leader and then moved into entrepreneurship through acquisition. While at McKinsey, Nicola coached junior colleagues on their MBA applications, even during 60 to 70 hour work weeks.
What Nicola helps with
Nicola works with applicants on the full MBA application process, from deciding whether an MBA makes sense to interviews.
- Deciding if an MBA is the right move
- Building a strong application story
- Choosing the right recommenders
- Reviewing and improving essays
- Preparing for MBA interviews
- Applying with a weaker GMAT score
- Planning a path through consulting toward top schools
Who Nicola works with
Nicola has coached junior colleagues at McKinsey on their MBA applications. Nicola's own path suggests a focus on applicants aiming for top schools, including those coming from consulting.
Background and qualifications
Nicola grew up in rural Switzerland. Nicola left the University of Bern, where the coach had enrolled, and joined the University of St. Gallen, a leading business university in Switzerland. Nicola then did an internship at McKinsey and received a full-time offer. After two years there, Nicola applied to Harvard Business School and was admitted, even though the GMAT score was not outstanding. After earning an MBA, Nicola worked in consulting for just over two years as a team leader. Nicola then moved into entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA).
Nicola Stadelmann pricing
Programs and services
- Free start and chat with the coach before booking
- Paid coaching sessions
Nicola Stadelmann reviews
Nicola Stadelmann has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 11 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Nicola was admitted to Harvard Business School with a GMAT score that was not outstanding, by building a strong application story.
Best for MBA applicants who want help building a strong story for top schools.
Common questions
How much does Nicola Stadelmann charge?
Coaching with Nicola runs $70 to $150 an hour. Message Nicola from this page for an exact quote.
What does Nicola Stadelmann help with?
Nicola Stadelmann helps with deciding if an MBA is the right move, building a strong application story, choosing the right recommenders and reviewing and improving essays.
Does Nicola Stadelmann have reviews?
Nicola Stadelmann has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 11 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Has Nicola helped others with MBA applications before?
Yes. While working at McKinsey, Nicola coached many junior colleagues on their MBA applications. Nicola helped with essays, recommenders, story ideas and interview prep.
Can Nicola help if my GMAT score is not strong?
Nicola was admitted to Harvard Business School with a GMAT score that was not outstanding. Nicola focused on building a compelling application story.
How do I contact Nicola Stadelmann?
Send Nicola a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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