Shane Choi
MBA admissions consultant with Harvard MBA and McKinsey background
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
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| Credentials | Harvard MBA; Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern University; Bachelor's degree in Music Performance; Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering |
Shane Choi is an MBA admissions consultant. He helps applicants plan and manage the process of getting into business school. He holds a Harvard MBA and worked at McKinsey, in venture capital and as an engineer. He also studied music performance. He has helped over 30 people through school, work and life changes. He is a first-generation immigrant who grew up without a mentor, and he now acts as a thought partner for his clients.
What Shane helps with
Shane helps people through school, work and career changes. He focuses on the MBA application path.
- Navigating MBA admissions
- Breaking into new school environments
- Handling work and career changes
- Getting tips drawn from many clients' experiences
- Having a thought partner through the process
Who Shane works with
Shane works with people applying to MBA programs and other school paths. He also helps people facing work and life changes. He has helped over 30 people so far. He understands how hard it feels to break into new environments without a mentor.
Background and qualifications
Shane Choi holds a Harvard MBA and has worked at McKinsey. He was a venture capital associate at Lightbank in late 2024. Before that he was an engineer at ExxonMobil from 2017 to 2021 and a product design engineer at TRT Products in 2017. He earned a master's degree in mechanical engineering from Northwestern University. He also holds bachelor's degrees in music performance and mechanical engineering.
Shane Choi pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching sessions
- Messaging with Shane before starting
Shane Choi reviews
Shane Choi has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Shane combines a Harvard MBA, McKinsey and venture capital experience with an engineering and music performance background.
Best for MBA applicants who want a thought partner with an engineering, consulting and venture capital background.
Common questions
How much does Shane Choi charge?
Coaching with Shane runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Shane from this page for an exact quote.
What does Shane Choi help with?
Shane Choi helps with navigating MBA admissions, breaking into new school environments, handling work and career changes and getting tips drawn from many clients' experiences.
Does Shane Choi have reviews?
Shane Choi has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Shane Choi certified?
Shane Choi lists: Harvard MBA; Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern University; Bachelor's degree in Music Performance; Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
How do I contact Shane Choi?
Send Shane a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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