MGC wrote:
Hello Gmatclubbers,
I've been admitted to KLG and Tuck. Tuck offers me almost a half-tuition scholarship.
I am a European applicant with 6 yrs of experience in IM. Post-MBA, I pursue developing my career in the same industry but based in the US. I would like to work in a mutual fund or a family office firm. I will come to the US with my wife and baby.
I find that both schools have a very similar reputation, probably being slightly better considered Kellogg brand (though many people associates this brand to marketing).
Both school can provide me many opportunities to the IM, one at Boston and NY area and the other one at Chicago area.
In terms of Community, the schools are pretty similar too. Even the weather is equally harsh!
What would you choose if you were in my shoes? I've visited Dartmouth and I love it. I haven't visited Kellogg yet.
Thanks for your comments!!!
I would agree with most posts here aside from the fact that Tuck is cheaper to live. I've spoken with several students and cost of living is higher than you would expect. The ceiling/upper range is higher in Chicago for sure, but Evanston actually is more affordable than Hanover. Normally, I wouldn't make a huge deal over this, but with the new innternational loan restrictions at Tuck, cost of living can play into it.
I've heard that it's not uncommon to incur close to $100,000 in "living expenses" if you are bringing a family up to Hanover. This doesn't include tuition. Just some thoughts.