Do I have a chance at PJT RX if I'm not from Wharton/Harvard?

I got a first round with PJT Restructuring despite having a 3.6 and zero banking/finance experience on my resume. I go to a target, not H/W though. Is the playing field relatively even once I have this first round? Do non H/W kids have a realistic chance at PJT RSSG? Any specific things I should do to prep for this interview?

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can confirm 1st round invites are out (non-core school), if anyone has any insight on how best to prep would be very appreciated

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