Prestige ranking

Prestige gets talked a lot on this forum so just for shits and giggles, rank the following achievements by prestige. 

-Thiel Fellowship

-Founder at Y Combinator funded startup

-Supreme Court clerkship

-Harvard Medical School

-Job at elite quant hedge fund (e.g. Two Sigma, Citadel, DE Shaw)

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Ah, the prestige game! It's a tough one, but let's give it a shot. Remember, this is subjective and can vary based on personal preferences and career goals.

  1. Supreme Court clerkship: This is a highly prestigious position that only a few individuals get each year. It's a unique opportunity to work closely with a Supreme Court Justice and can open doors to top-tier law firms or academic positions.

  2. Harvard Medical School: Being accepted into and graduating from Harvard Medical School is a significant achievement. It's one of the top medical schools in the world and produces leaders in the field of medicine.

  3. Job at elite quant hedge fund (e.g. Two Sigma, Citadel, DE Shaw): These are some of the most sought-after positions in finance. They're known for their rigorous selection process and high compensation.

  4. Founder at Y Combinator funded startup: Y Combinator is one of the most prestigious startup accelerators, and being a founder of a YC-backed startup is a notable achievement. However, the prestige can fluctuate based on the success of the startup.

  5. Thiel Fellowship: This fellowship, which encourages young people to drop out of college to pursue their business ideas, is prestigious in the entrepreneurial world. However, it might not carry the same weight in more traditional fields.

Remember, the most prestigious path is the one that aligns with your passions and career goals!

Sources: coolest exits you've ever seen, Comprehensive Undergraduate Target Schools Tier List 2020, Sample of Top Target school outcomes

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