--- title: Pricing description: Merchant pricing is custom because your MBA situation is unique. Book a free Strategy Call to get a roadmap and 2-3 tailored pricing options. --- [Skip to content](https://merchantmba.com/pricing#main-content) [![logo](https://merchantmba.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo.png?width=300&height=92&name=logo.png)](https://merchantmba.com) - [Results](https://merchantmba.com/success) - [Method/Services](https://merchantmba.com/services) Show submenu for Method/Services - [Phase 1 — Strategy & Career Vision](https://merchantmba.com/phase-1) - [Phase 2 — School Selection & Strategic Research](https://merchantmba.com/phase-2) - [Phase 3 — Build Your Story](https://merchantmba.com/phase-3) - [Phase 4 — Interview Preparation](https://merchantmba.com/phase-4) - [Phase 5 — Success Strategy](https://merchantmba.com/phase-5) - [Our Story](https://merchantmba.com/our-story) - [Pricing](https://merchantmba.com/pricing) - [Blog](https://merchantmba.com/blog) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Results](https://merchantmba.com/success) - [Method/Services](https://merchantmba.com/services) Show submenu for Method/Services - [Phase 1 — Strategy & Career Vision](https://merchantmba.com/phase-1) - [Phase 2 — School Selection & Strategic Research](https://merchantmba.com/phase-2) - [Phase 3 — Build Your Story](https://merchantmba.com/phase-3) - [Phase 4 — Interview Preparation](https://merchantmba.com/phase-4) - [Phase 5 — Success Strategy](https://merchantmba.com/phase-5) - [Our Story](https://merchantmba.com/our-story) - [Pricing](https://merchantmba.com/pricing) - [Blog](https://merchantmba.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://meetings.hubspot.com/anish-merchant/meeting-with-anish?uuid=0db14f4f-2ecd-4d9c-8848-3c4dfb4c263f) [Contact Us](https://meetings.hubspot.com/anish-merchant/meeting-with-anish?uuid=0db14f4f-2ecd-4d9c-8848-3c4dfb4c263f) # There's no such thing as fair pricing without context. One price doesn't fit every MBA candidate. Pretending it does usually means you overpay—or get the wrong help. [Book a Strategy Call](https://meetings.hubspot.com/anish-merchant/meeting-with-anish?uuid=b3fe3080-9c4f-4bd6-ad53-9452c2361688)   ## Why standard pricing doesn't work - Most consulting gives you two options: pay upfront for everything, or pay per service and hope you buy the right pieces. - Neither model accounts for where you actually are. - Standard pricing punishes efficiency and charges for time instead of outcomes. - It forces commitment before anyone understands your profile, timeline, or what's actually standing between you and your goals. We think that's backwards.   ## Same category ≠ same situation ### Execution-ready - Clear career direction and MBA rationale - Strong baseline materials - Needs targeted application development and sequencing   ### Starting from scratch - Career clarity and positioning not yet defined - Needs foundational strategy before execution - Different pacing, different phase needs, different scope The work is different—so pricing should be different.   ## How our pricing works We don't quote until we've diagnosed. 01 Book a Strategy Call We spend 45–60 minutes understanding your profile, goals, and timeline. 02 Build a custom roadmap We clarify what phases you need, what to skip, and what order makes sense. 03 Pricing follows the roadmap You pay for what you actually need—not what we want to sell you.   ## What changes the roadmap - Where you are in the process (early strategy vs. execution-ready) - The phases you actually need vs. what you can handle independently - Your timeline and round strategy (one round vs multiple rounds) - School count and complexity (a focused shortlist vs a broader multi-school plan) - Your work schedule and capacity for independent work   ## We reward efficiency (and it matters) If you show up prepared, turn drafts around on time, and stay engaged, you finish faster - fewer billable hours, lower total cost, and better outcomes. We're not incentivized to drag this out. We're incentivized to get you admitted - efficiently.   ## What you get from the Strategy Call Not a sales pitch. A diagnostic session. Candid candidacy assessment Where you're strong, what needs work, and what your goals realistically require. Clear strategic roadmap Phases, timeline, and the right order of operations. 2-3 custom pricing options Scope, rationale, and cost - tailored to your situation. Clarity on fit If it's not the right time, we'll say so - and tell you what to do next. You walk away with a plan whether you hire us or not.   ## Pricing context: what clients typically see Typical ranges (after the roadmap) - Foundation work: $1,200-$2,500 - Application development (per school): $1,000-$1,250 - Full-service packages: $3,000-$9,000 What determines your price - Number of schools and round strategy - Where you are in the process - Which phases you actually need - Independent capacity and work schedule - How efficiently you move through the process   ## Ready to see what your roadmap looks like? Book a Strategy Call. We'll assess your profile, build your roadmap, and show you exactly what it would take to get you from here to your goal. No pressure. No hard sell. Just clarity, structure, and fair pricing. [Schedule your strategy call](https://meetings.hubspot.com/anish-merchant/meeting-with-anish?uuid=fc1acd58-435e-4b49-abdf-7e24d5ae4868) Calls are 45-60 minutes via Zoom or WhatsApp.       ## FAQ Is there a cost for the Strategy Call? No. The call is complimentary. You'll leave with a roadmap whether or not you decide to work with us. Do you offer payment plans? Yes. Payment plans are available for packages over a certain threshold. We'll discuss options during the Strategy Call. What if I'm not ready to commit after the call? That's fine. The call gives you the clarity you need to decide on your timeline - no pressure. What if I only need help with one or two schools? We offer customized options for individual phases and schools. The Strategy Call helps us design the most efficient path. Why don't you list fixed prices on the website? Because fair pricing requires context. We'd rather give an accurate quote based on your actual needs than post a generic number that doesn't apply. What if I'm not sure an MBA is the right move? We'll help you figure that out. If another path makes more sense for your goals, we'll tell you.   [![logo](https://merchantmba.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo.png?width=300&height=92&name=logo.png "logo")](https://merchantmba.com) Disclaimer: Our admissions consulting services are designed to provide guidance and support to individuals seeking assistance in their application process. However, the ultimate outcome of admission decisions rests solely with the individual's efforts, abilities, and the discretion of the respective educational institutions. [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/merchant-gmat) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/MerchantGmat/) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.youtube.com/@merchantgmat4766) [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/merchantgmat) [Follow us on Twitter](https://www.twitter.com/merchantgmat)