Hello, everyone! I'd love some input on whether to attend Haas or McCombs. This may initially sound like a no brainer in favor of Haas given Haas's much higher rankings, but McCombs offered me a partial scholarship that will cut my tuition by more than 50% and I do really like the program and love Austin. I'm looking to focus on alternative energy finance post-graduation and both schools do have a good amount of exposure to that industry. I'll probably end up living back in SoCal after graduation (within a few years), but am open to staying in either the Bay Area or Texas (I have lots of family in Texas) should I find that it suits me. I'm leaning toward Haas because of the prestige and the school seems awesome, but saving $50k over two years at McCombs is incredibly tempting ...
There is no such thing as a"no brainer". The ultimate question you got to ask yourself (and we can't answer what is right for YOU) is: which program will get me my goals whilst providing me with the best return on my investment (and let's be honest: where I will also be happy)
Now you see why we can't answer for you?! How important is the money? Do you like McCombs a lot more than Haas?
But a thought: you should NOT be choosing based solely on those 50K. Why? Well look at the average post MBA salaries: Haas is 20K higher PER YEAR!!!!!! which means in 2 and half years you make it up (maybe), and then have another 50 years of working to add on to it (yay)...
So I'd be leaning towards Haas on this one (without being able to decide what is better for you). Best if you aren't sure would be to visit, or specifically speak with potential employers and alumni from your specific targeted industry, and get a better feel for which can help you better reach your goals before you decide.
