CMU or USC

[victoryk]

I know I am waiting until the last possible moment to make my decision. I have been accepted to USC and CMU this fall. I ultimately do want to come back to CA, and I have been leaning towards USC for this reason. Post MBA I would like I have been leaning towards corporate finance.

Any suggestions will help

Thanks

[mbaMissionSusanK]

Hi, victoryk,

Congratulations on your acceptances! Both are great programs.

To make this decision, I would recommend you go back to your original criteria for a business school program (or come up with your priorities now if you did not have a list). First, think about what you really need to learn in your MBA and which program will better meet those needs. You mention wanting to go back to CA, so think about companies that have relationships with the schools and the alumni network for both programs. Then compare by the other factors that matter to you - teaching style, size of program, culture, cost (did you get any financial aid), etc. By going through each criteria and evaluating the program along each measure, you should have a better idea of which is the right fit for you.

Good luck in your decision,
Susan

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