Undergraduate Selection - UGA (Terry), PSU (Smeal), GT (Scheller), Howard, IU (Pre-Business, Kelley)
I am currently a senior in high school looking to get advice on my choice of schooling for undergrad. I intend to major in Finance or Business, depending on the school, with a CS minor. I understand that none of the schools I'm considering are traditional target schools for IB, though Kelley has a semi-target presence in NYC and Chicago, but all things considered, what school would give me the best shot at breaking into Investment Banking? My options are:
PSU (Smeal): Not sure about the cost yet
UGA (Terry): ~$10k/year
GT (Scheller): ~$10k/year
Howard University: $25k/year
IU (Pre-Business, Kelley): $22k/year
I am a Georgia Resident, so from a financial perspective, Scheller and Terry are the better options. However, I've received substantial financial aid from most schools so far. My end goal is to work in NYC, so advice about recruiting there would be particularly useful, but I'm open to any.
Thanks!
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's a breakdown to help you decide which school might give you the best shot at breaking into Investment Banking, especially considering your interest in working in NYC:
IU (Kelley School of Business):
PSU (Smeal College of Business):
UGA (Terry College of Business) and GT (Scheller College of Business):
Howard University:
General Advice: - Networking: Regardless of your school choice, actively engage in finance clubs, seek internships, and connect with alumni. These actions are often as crucial as your school's name. - Internships: Aim to secure internships in finance, particularly in New York if possible, as these will significantly enhance your resume and provide practical experience. - Academic Performance: Maintain a high GPA, which is critical for breaking into competitive fields like investment banking.
Given your end goal to work in NYC and the semi-target status of Kelley, it might offer you the best pathway into investment banking, despite its higher cost compared to your in-state options. However, consider your personal financial situation and the potential debt you're willing to take on.
Sources: What should I major in to get into investment banking from a non-target school?, High School....now what? AM career??, Undergrad B-School Environment Changing, Dual major in Finance and Computer Science?, Best Undergraduate Double Major at a Non-Target B-School?
Would GT and UGA not be basically free bc ur in-state? I would assume you are gonna get Zell/Hope if you got into the schools, which would make them less than 1k/semester before housing
I’m not sure about practically free, but definitely much cheaper.
Should be between GT/UGA. Assuming you’re diversity which is why you applied to Howard but you’ll have access to diversity recruiting regardless. GT is perceived as more prestigious generally and is considered a T30 school nationally, and it’s in Atlanta so you’ll have direct access to regional recruiting.
Imagine your diversity, would take UGA and get into Corsair. Itl be a walk in the park to get any BB offer you want. Dont need to stress at all
+1 UGA
You’ll have a fun 4 years and recruiting will be a breeze if you’re in Corsair.
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