Yeah, it is separate and required, the way to think about it is, it's a 10 day orientation where the program is getting meals/drinks, renting out spaces, and what ever extra cost that doesn't fall in educational purposes (it feels so long ago that I don't remember everything that happened). It's a drop in the bucket as mentioned before, and this is a great opportunity to bond with your classmates. There are many of us who asks that same question, then rationalize that hey, we're getting a 20k+ discount, every year! compared to Ross or Indiana.

For those who are following, I'm happy to announce that Brand Center have 100% employment record this year! As a school, we're proud of the fact that we maintain a 90/90/90 achievement. That means 90% has placed internship, 90% get's FT job, and average salary is 90k. Not many school in top 25 can claim this.

Also personally, I've been accepted for fellowship for the next year, so my tuition and stipend should be covered! Very excited!

It's very much individual efforts, there are plenty of opportunity, just have to search them out. Between PA, TA and fellowship, majority of people are funded one way or another.

Not off the top of my head but I'll try to find out for you. But I think it's pretty good, I know the guys in OTM, since they are in the marketing circle. Just want to make sure before saying it's 100%.