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Tuck ($) vs. NYU Stern

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Tuck ($) vs Stern 11 May 2020, 20:09
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I know posts like these are dime a dozen but was hoping to get some perspective. I'm currently a management consultant at a Big 4 looking to transition to an MBB firm. I know Tuck's reputation for that is rock solid and I visited the campus and do like the idea of getting away from it all for 2 years but conversely, I do love NYC and Stern isn't bad for consulting either from what I've gathered. On the other hand, I do currently live in NYC and will most likely be aiming for NYC when I graduate too so it's pretty much just a hiatus from the city for two years, which, depending on how this COVID situation goes, might not be the worst thing.

I am leaning more towards Tuck but the one thing I am somewhat concerned about, despite how picturesque I found Tuck's campus, is that the location might lose its charm and I'll start missing the energy of a big city. Not sure if any Dartmouth alum can chime in and shed some light on life in Hanover and how tolerable the winters there are.

Bonus: I did get waitlisted at Kellogg and Yale as well and since there seems to be more movement on the waitlists this time compared to previous years (due to COVID), on the off chance that I do get into those two as well, where do my current options stand against them?

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Tuck ($) vs Stern 11 May 2020, 20:34
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absolute no brainer, even if tuck hadn't given you money

tuck MBB placement is very good, Stern's is spotty
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Tuck ($) vs Stern 12 May 2020, 05:21
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If MBB is your goal then Tuck is where I would go between these two programs.

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Tuck ($) vs Stern 12 May 2020, 05:21
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If MBB is your goal then Tuck is where I would go between these two programs.

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Hello. I have done quite a bit of research on this, and I strongly suggest that you go to Tuck. As you already know, Tuck is very strong and comparable to many M7s when it comes to MBB recruiting. It maybe just behind Kellogg and will give you a great shot as long as you are ready to put in the work. I spoke to some students at Stern, and they didn't seem very confident about their MBB placements. I felt that MBB recruiting isn't consistent there - they have had some good years but its not an upwards/consistent trend, just what you see at Tuck!

Another thing I would highly encourage is to think of your plan B. No matter where you go, MBB isn't going to be a guarantee. So, let's say you think Tier 2 firms or maybe corporate finance roles is something you would want to pursue if MBB doesn't work out (I really hope it does), then which school gives you the best shot at it. I decided between Tuck and another school with a very comparable MBB stats, and my decision ultimately came down to which school is giving me the best shot at my plan B. I spoke to a number of students at both schools, and it was pretty evident that Tuck had a strong edge. I am attending Tuck this fall- I will do everything I can to recruit for MBB, but I am also prepared to look for other opportunities in case that doesn't work out.

I am also on the waitlist for Kellogg! I would strongly consider Kellogg if I get an admit there and I'd probably advise that you should too. It's not just because its an M7 school, but also because it has a bigger alumni base. Kellogg alumni are all over the US and I think that's a huge benefit if you are trying to recruit for positions lets say on the west coast. If you are recruiting for NY/Boston offices, I think Tuck will probably be equal/maybe better than Kellogg. Kellogg also seems to have better global reputation if that matters to you.

Can't say much on Yale. Personally, I'd pick Tuck over Yale any day for MBB.

Hope this helps! Good luck!
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Tuck ($) vs Stern 12 May 2020, 19:13
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Take Kellogg over all of you get in ... unless you get a full ride from Yale, then take Yale.

Otherwise, go to Tuck.

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Tuck ($) vs Stern 13 May 2020, 01:47
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Of the current choices, Tuck easily.

Of all the choices if given admits, Kellogg easily. They not only place well in consulting, but also elite in Corporate Strategy/LDPs for Fortune 1000 companies AND incredibly strong in Tech. I’ve seen quite a few product managers and strategic PMMs in the Bay Area from Kellogg. None of the other 3 schools boast as strong numbers in the highest quality tech roles.

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