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Vanderbilt or USC for IB?
Hello everyone, what are your opinions on Vanderbilt for IB, PE, and quant trading? I currently just finished up my freshman year at USC and am considering transferring to Vanderbilt for my sophomore year (mainly for fit reasons)? Any advice/suggestions/tips are appreciated!
Help me pick a college
I got into UVA as an echols EA, USC Dornsife EA, and Notre Dame Mendoza for Finance REA. I have applied to Berkeley Haas, NYU Stern, Dartmouth, Brown, Penn CAS, Cornell CAS, and Columbia and am expecting to get into 2-3 of those 7 regular decision based on my profile. How would you guys rank this...
USC Dornsife Economics
How much of a disadvantage is being in USC Dornsife (college of letters, arts, and sciences) instead of the Marshall school of business? I'm a sophomore transfer to USC, so recruiting will be starting for me next semester. I'm trying to decide whether or not I should go all in on transferring to...
How do the non ivy league econ majors fare?
Hi all, I am applying to college this year and have taken a very keen interest in economics but also want to go into investment banking at a BB, EB, or MM bank. I know that non ivy league finance or business majors at schools such as NYU Stern, ND Mendoza, UVA Mcintire, Emory Goizueta, and many...
SMU on the rise
SMU (Southern Methodist University) is currently undergoing renovations for the cox school of business buildings, the football stadium, and has recently joined the ACC. Do you think that SMU (specifically for the undergraduate school) will rise in ranks and become a more prestigious, selective,...
USC Marshall UG for IB
I know Marshall undergrad is ranked 8th on USnews and 1st on P&Q but I’m wondering in the real world how good Marshall undergrad is for getting into the IB world specifically in SF/LA (preferably SF). Also if someone would care to comment how MBB/Big4 recruiting there is in case I want to go that...
USC for SF?
So I know that USC places well into LA but I’m wondering the extent to which it places in SF
USC Dornsife Recruiting
Hi all, was just trying to gain clarity on recruiting for BB/EB/MM IB and MBB/Big4 consulting from USC Dornsife. I know Marshall is a top 10-15 undergraduate business program every year and is recruited out of a lot, but I was wondering what kind of recruitment opportunities are available at USC...
Transfer from University of Oregon to USC (175k debt) worth it?
I am currently a first-year student at the University of Oregon and was recently accepted as a Spring semester transfer student to USC Marshall. My career goal is to work in IB but I am aware that it will be extremely difficult to break in coming from UO. This was my main reason for applying as a...
USC or WashU
I have to decide between USC and WashU within the next 2 days, so I was wondering what you guys think. I would like to go into IB/consulting/HF/PE, but I'm also interested in other finance and tech careers. How well do both schools do in these fields and which school should I pick? Any advice is...
USC, UVA, or Emory?
Hello everyone, I have to commit to USC, UVA, or Emory and I'm still undecided. I would like to go into investment banking, consulting, private equity, real estate or other top finance careers . At USC, I will be in the Marshall School of Business (or do applied math/econ). At UVA, I will be...
USC, UVA, or Emory?
Hello everyone, I have to commit to USC, UVA, or Emory by May 1st and I’m still undecided. I would like to go into investment banking, consulting, private equity, or other top finance careers. At USC, I will be in the Marshall School of Business. At UVA, I will be majoring in Econ in the College...
UVA or USC Marshall for undergrad?
Hello everyone, I have been admitted to USC and UVA for the class of 2027. At USC, I have been admitted as an Econ/Math major but I will be able to transfer after one semester if I keep my GPA high. At UVA, I was admitted as an Econ major and I will be applying to McIntire during my sophomore year....
Need to Choose: Vandy HOD vs USC Marshall for MBB
Hi all, I posted here about a month ago to pick between Umich LSA and Vandy for HOD (which is the closest thing they have to a business major). I ended up going with Vandy but was recently accepted into USC Marshall and I need to make a decision. USC has been my dream school for all my life but I...
UCLA FEMBA(30k scholarship) vs USC full time (100% scholarship)
Hi all! I am hoping to get some suggestions on which offer to choose. I have around 3 years of accounting background, and I am applying for MBA to A) pivot into finance eg.valuation/M&A/corporate finance, or plan B) climb up the ladder faster in accounting. I am not trying to get into IB post MBA,...
UVA Econ (CAS) vs USC Marshall
Heavily debating on which school to go to still as a transfer student. I know for sure that I want to go into investment banking, but my end goal is to work in TMT at a bank in San Francisco. Which school would better position me for those opportunities, and is there a HUGE difference in...
Rice vs Georgetown vs USC vs Notre Dame vs NYU vs UF
Hi guys, I was recently admitted to all these schools and wanted to hear your thoughts on where to attend. My goal is to work in Investment Banking in a low cost of living, southern city such as Charlotte, Houston, or Tampa. I wouldn't mind working for a small boutique or in real estate, but I...
How will adding a CS major affect my recruiting in sophomore year winter?
I'm currently a freshman studying business administration at a target school for SF/LA banks, and I have been considering adding CS as a second major. I have a genuine interest in CS, but I understand from reading other posts that it may be better if i just stuck to the BA major and focused on...
USC (Marshall) vs. UVA (POSSIBLY McIntire)
This is my first post as I just created an account to get an opinion on this. Basically, I was accepted into both USC (Marshall) and UVA (Out-of-State), but I am currently unable to decide which one to attend. I definitely want to break into finance (work on the east coast - specifically NYC) in...
IB Analyst Position or USC MSF
I just got admitted to the MSF program at USC with a 25% scholarship. I am an economics major with a minor in finance from a Latam country, and my end goal is to score a full-time position in the US. I don't really have a location preference, as long as it is in a big city, although USC does have...
How good is USC Marshall IB placement for people who aren't in the Trojan Investing Society Mentorship or Leaders Programs?
From what I've heard USC Marshall has good west coast placement but I want to know is the placement still good if you're not in the Trojan Investing Society Mentorship or Leaders programs? For those that don't know, it's the USC equivalent of IU Kelly IBW (investment banking workshop). Btw, I'm...
USC Consulting Prospective
Hi All: I'm an incoming FTMBA student at USC Marshall. Considering going into consulting, wanted to check to see if BCG recruits on campus for USC? If not, are there chances to score an interview through networking? Thanks in advance.
COLLEGE OPTIONS (USC worth the debt?)
Hello everyone, I am debating between colleges and looking for advice. I have been accepted to Marshall at USC (without scholarship money) and ASU with nearly a full ride. I was wondering if the debt from USC is worth it. If I work my ass off at ASU, will I have the same chances as attending USC?...
University of Washington, UT-Austin, or USC for IB or ER?
I'm a high school senior looking into USC for undergrad but they don't have a finance major. Is USC enough of a semi-target to make up for this that I could just go for the Bachelor's of Business Administration? Also curious how USC stacks up against UT-Austin and University of Washington in terms...
USC - Masters of Business for Veterans
https://www.marshall.usc.edu/programs/specialized… What are your thoughts? Intuitively, a way to take advantage of the (now rightfully outrageous) GI Bill. A good friend of mine is a SEAL and is jumping in next cohort. Obviously not on par with an MBA...but more of a generalized masters in...
UC Berkeley Regents vs. UCLA vs. USC Marshall for IB
Hey guys. Looking to pursue a career in investment banking and/or consulting, though I'm more interested in IB M&A . I'm entering college this year. I got a Regents scholarship at UC Berkeley (top 0.8% of applicants get it, 4 yrs guaranteed housing, priority class registration, etc) but no merit...
Cornell vs. USC vs. Michigan
Hi guys - looking for some advice here. I was admitted to Cornell University (School of Hotel Administration,) University of Southern California Marshall School of Business (I was admitted as a Sping Admit,) and the University of Michigan Ross School of Business (Pre-Admit.) I am completely torn and...
Accepted to multiple MSF, which should I choose?
-I am an upcoming graduate from a non target state school with a 3.4 upper GPA and 650 GMAT. -I have been accepted to the MSF program at FSU, USC, Villanova, and have an interview with WUSTL this week but am expecting to get in. -I want to leverage my MSF degree into an IBD position at bulge bracket...
MSRE/MSRED 2016 Applicants
Are there any 2016 MSRE or MSRED applicants out there who've heard back regarding admission decisions?
USC Econ major w/ Marshall minor
I'm joining USC as an Econ major, and will almost certainly pursue a minor from Marshall (probably Business Finance). Didn't apply Marshall as I want to pursue an MBA on the east coast in the future, and would prefer to study Econ at undergrad. In terms of west coast IB and financial career...
Undergrad: Stern vs. USC Marshall vs. ND Mendoza vs. UCLA
I've been accepted to these 4 schools and am interested in having a career in business. I do not really have a preference to where I want to work after graduation. I just want to get a good job, then 2 years later, get a MBA . I've been hearing that Stern would be the best for job placement,...
YAPA HALL
HELLO WORLD! Financial modeling is a skill that any investment banking analyst will have to master. Although the majority of investment banks and other financial firms now have formal training programs, many students and prospective finance professionals are choosing enroll in self-study financial...
USC Financial Engineering
Hi I am a graduate student at USC studying Financial Engineering. I wanted to know the job prospects after this program. Any help would be appreciated. Looking forward to meting seniors of this program as it is a relatively new program. Thanks
USC Marshall vs McGill vs HEC Montreal
Good afternoon forum, I'm new here and I wanted to ask you what do you think on the following schools in the Finance sector. I've been accepted as an undergraduate student at McGill, HEC Montreal and USC Marshall School of Business. I live in Montreal and the tuition for USC is not really a problem....
USC MSF or Brandeis Masters in International Economics & Finance
Hi everyone, I am facing a bit of a dilemma as I got accepted into the USC MSF program, and the Brandeis MAeif program, and am not sure which one to choose. I like the Brandeis program as it has an Economics component to it, as well as many more specialization opportunities vs. the USC program, and...
UCLA vs UC Berkeley recruitment for IB
In terms of recruiting, how prominent is UCLA among investment banks, including BB and boutiques, especially compared to UC Berkeley. I’ve spent a lot of time researching and I've looked up literally every post with the tag UCLA but I can’t get a clear answer. I’ve heard some people say UCLA...
UCLA major??
Hi, I’m attending UCLA and hope to eventually work in finance or consulting. I’ve heard people tell me that its a target, while others say it’s barely a semi-target. It’s at least clear that it’s not as much of a target as the ivies, so I’m assuming my major will matter more. I’m...
2.3 GPA, 680 GMAT, USC's Masters in RE Development: Do I have a chance?
As the title says, I am wanting to get into USC's Masters in RE Development program. I have a very low GPA of 2.3 from a University in the Top 50. The GPA came about from a mix of personal family problems at home to not giving a crap. I got a 680 on my GMAT. I have 5 years work experience in real...
USC - target?
Is USC a regional target for management consulting? Any Trojans here whom I can ask some questions about their time in LA?
USC vs Vanderbilt
Right now I'm deciding on colleges to apply to and wanted to get a comparison on usc vs. vanderbilt for placement into ibd / hf . I hate the south, and have been leaning towards USC but then I found that USC is located in an absolute dump of an area, south central los angeles and that it is known as...
Help to Choose Simon vs Queens vs Ivey vs USC vs William&Marry
I have got some offers but have no clear ideas which to choose. My choices are Simon business school in University of Rochester, it is Master of Finance. Queen`s I have got the offer of Master of International Business with the double degree from Mannheim University in Germany, Master of Management...
Major Crossroad: Literally
Hey fellow aspiring/incumbent monkeys, I have a quick question regarding what major I should choose to best set-up an investment banking gig after I graduate. For context, I am a sophomore at the University of Southern California "Fight On!" and I am in the Marshall School of Business. I am in their...
Help me make a hard decision (USC vs Michigan, with some important details)
Quick summary for the tl;dr crowd -- After getting a bad GPA at my third school (yea I transferred a lot), I'm retreating back to one of my original two schools, where my third GPA won't factor in to the calculation. The choices are Michigan (Econ/math minor, non-Ross) vs. USC (Business, no minors)....
University of Southern California OCR?
How good is it? For both Marshall School of Business and regular Arts and Sciences(Econ) students?
Internship oppurtunities
I am going to be a sophomore at USC majoring in Electrical engineering and minoring in Management Consulting. Realistically where can I get consulting related internship for the summer after sophomore year ? What companies should I look at and what kind of gpa is considered a "cut off"? Also I am...
Career advice for a USC engineering sophomore
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Southern California doing engineering. I recently developed an interest in finance and I really want to purse a career in Investment banking. What are my options? I know that USC isn't a target school for most banks, but would me being an engineer make...
CS Major to trader/research internship (summer 2013)?
I'm a rising Junior, CS major at USC. I've had a few good tech internships, but I'd like to try my hand at finance before I graduate. Ideally: as a trader or researcher at a BB investment bank? How exactly show I prepare for and go about the internship process? And what's the timeline like? PS: My...
Undergraduate - USC vs UNC
Hey, I'm a transfer for a local community college (had to go for financial and personal reasons). Anyway, I've been accepted to USC and UNC. Waitlisted at Harvard and Amherst and rejected at Brown and Cornell. Columbia and Penn release their decisions today, but I'm not expecting much. For USC I've...
Recent USC Grad Seeking Business Master Program to Change Career
Hi Fellow Monkeys!!! Brief version of my story: I recently graduated from USC in 2010. I majored in psychology and minored in mathematical finance with a 2.55 overall GPA. (Got high grades on Math/Econ/Finance courses, low grades on liberal arts courses) After a couple of months job hunting after...
MBB Public Sector
I'm heading into public sector consulting following an MPP from USC and was wondering about the various public sector practices the big firms have. Is USC considered a target school for public sector consulting? Awkwardly expressed, but I think with the school's rep and being in LA, I would have...
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