Does UG Major Matter for PE HYP

Does your major matter at all for PE recruiting at HYP, either at the analyst or associate level? I’m pretty sure it doesn’t really matter for IB (correct me if I’m wrong please), but how about for PE? Ie. can I major in history or philosophy without being negatively impacted recruiting wise, or do I have to stick with econ?

 

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