while some discussion will invariably follow, i ask that we keep it civil and to the point (i.e. no flaming, trolling, name calling... basically if you see it done on the BW forums, don't do it here
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with that being said, i don't have any ties to any of these (and actually, i will only be applying to one of these, namely SOM). however, i voted for Haas primarily because of its great location to silicon valley, strength and reputation of its technology curriculum, and relatively low tuition (for in state students).
i do think yale has the potential to be the best out of this group, but not for another 5 years or so. from what i've read, the main reason yale is so low in most rankings is because as an MBA program, they are relative newcomers (i believe they've only been offering an MBA for the past 10 years or so; before that a degree in public management was offered). thus, their alumni base is mainly comprised of those working in nonprofits
if yale SOM can successfully rebrand itself (by leveraging all ties , including their prestigious undergrad, med school and above all law school), i think they have a good shot at leading this pack, and possibly moving into the next subcluster as well (sloan/CBS/kellogg)