Hypothetical: Simon ($$) vs Owen or Rice

Like you pointed out, this could be a moot point (i hope it isn't!) but I'll weigh in nonetheless.

First, do you know where in the health care industry you're trying to break in? It's a really unique field in that it cuts across different verticals (pharma/biotech, med devices, hospital admin, payer/insurance) as well as horizontals (consulting, finance, marketing, etc.) and there is huge variation in the recruiting process.

Second, do you have a strong desire to stay in western NY?

If Simon checks all the boxes, has your target company(ies) as a recruiter, and you connect with the students, then I see no issue in choosing that route. Getting out of school with little or no debt is a terrific feeling, and helps ensure that you're choosing the right job for the right reason (rather than chasing a couple thousand dollars).

Feel free to PM me if you have questions, though. I went to UR undergrad, decided on Owen (with acceptance and $$$ from Simon), and entered into health care, so I can probably relate well.

Thank you drivechipputt, pm'd you!

Anyone have any input on Rice (Jones), just in case I get admit off waitlist? I see they made a nice jump up to 25 from 33 on US News rankings.