Darden or Stern for FT MBA?

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Stern more street cred

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If you want to get into consulting/general management, definitely go to Darden

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Darden if you really want to get the most from your education. It will be a lot of work, but an unbelievable learning experience led by amazing faculty and peers.

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Darden. And Charlottesville is incredible.

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I think Darden has a better rep.... Stern may edge slightly for banking and being in nyc will make networking for niche stuff that is based there easier

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What do you want to do afterwards? Banking or brand marketing in NYC? Probably Stern. Most other things including consulting? Definitely Darden.

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NYC or Charlottesville? Both amazing places. In both cases the city very much will influence your experience - and they’re very different obviously!

If you want to end up in DC go to Darden

Thanks all! Leaning towards Stern because I want to be in NYC post b-school. Just want to make sure I’m not making a mistake by picking Stern although these do look very much like peer schools

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