NYU Stern ($$) vs. Northwestern Kellogg (no $)?

Question

I've been accepted to NYU Stern (half-tuition scholarship) and to Northwestern Kellogg (no scholarship). I'm incredibly grateful and excited by these two options, but also very torn.

I wanted to hear your thoughts on the two schools given my background and short-term career goals.

In short, I'm a non-traditional candidate from the Northeast looking to change careers. My immediate short-term goal is to work in strategy consulting at MBB in New York.

Thanks!

bb · Answer

Congratulations on getting into 2 great schools!

I think it is a strong inclination towards Stern?

They have good placement in Consulting and taking your location and $$ into consideration, it is even a stronger/clearer choice.
https://www.stern.nyu.edu/portal-partner ... n-industry

MBAPrepCoach · Answer

My vote would be for Kellogg, it's perceived as a consulting school whereas NYU is perceived as a finance school.
The emphasis on teamwork is attractive to MBB recruiters and good preparation. 
I'm not sure NYU is perceived as a top 10 school - whereas Kellogg definitely is. 
Keep in mind GMAT needed for MBB top 10 is 700; top 20, 720.

beefphoforthewin · Answer

Kellogg is the choice here

You can always make money later

You can't retake your MBA experience

The brand and network will for sure get you a job at MBB and beyond

mgg234 · Answer

Kellogg....Stern has been dropping like a rock. Plus Kellogg has a much stronger culture than Stern.

jessepinkman · Answer

I'd go Kellogg here as they're way stronger in MBB compared to Stern (plus stronger overall brand/network). If you were looking to get into banking, Kellogg's advantage would be smaller and I'd highly consider taking the money from Stern.

ENGRTOMBA2018 · Answer

Agree with this sentiment. Kellogg is a much bigger brand for MBB than Stern due to its emphasis on groupwork and collaborative culture. At the end of the day, you can make more money coming out of Kellogg and pay off your loans. Kellogg's reach in terms of alumni support is a massive plus.

Good luck. Feel free to reach out if you have any Kellogg specific questions.

Perspective: Current 1st year at Kellogg. I did not submit my R2 Stern application as soon as I got into Kellogg in R1.

NYU Stern ($$) vs. Northwestern Kellogg (no $)?

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