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Tech is dying everywhere, even at Kellogg. But USC grads being unable to get hired from the consulting pipeline - is a bit conerning

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One of the current students during 1:1, suggested me to join Ross instead, as they have strong consulting pipeline.

I think folks are going to USC just because they don't have any other admit in T15 Is my assumption wrong or partially correct?

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Historically, USC brand and alumni network ( trojan) is the strongest in LA. This downturn may be temporary.

so are we rejecting admit from USC: is that what you guys are saying ? 👀

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I don't wanna sound -ve but idk why I haven't heard praises abt USC from a good chunk of folks Reaction is very 50-50 Almost all start comparing it with Anderson and conclude it to be better. Can someone throw light on aspects in which Marshall wins or have a significant advantage over fellow schools? Trojan network is the one thing I can think of

The location was also a big reason I turned down the offer. I heard from a USC student that the buses there are full of sketchy folks, and as an international student, I just don’t want that extra stress. That said, even though I’ve accepted another offer, I’m still not 100% committed. I'm still weighing whether an MBA is even worth it right now😮💨