Is GSB > HBS these days?
I know this is basically splitting hairs, but from a perception perspective would you all agree that GSB is considered slightly more impressive than HBS — considering smaller class size, and deep alumni presence across all of the top PE/VC/GE firms? For what it’s worth, It also appears that GSB has a higher yield than HBS the past few years. Interested in thoughts from others
You really can't go wrong with either but historically for PE associate those fortunate to get both offers would pick GSB over HBS
For PE, I think the decision really should just come down to what coast you want to be on. GSB is already smaller - ends up being a substantially smaller NYC alumni base than HBS. Flip side, GSB is way more established in CA and tech. For entrepreneurship / tech etc. GSB is more meaningfully higher caliber, but for PE, especially NYC PE, I’m not sure it’s worth it
What about HF/LO seats? Similar looks at both?
They’re interchangeable from a recruiting standpoint, go to the school that’s a better personal fit. Fwiw almost everyone I know who had the choice picked GSB because it felt like such an idyllic experience post-PE vs. HBS which has a low key grindy academic rep (mandatory classes 5 days a week, somewhat more emphasis on grades, less elective flexibility, etc.). Plus the Harvard name probably attracts more strivers although Stanford has its fair share of pompous insufferables
Yeah, I’d say GSB has overtaken HBS since the mid-2010s, at least in my circles.
I know a ton of H/S cross-admits, and only 2 of them picked HBS over GSB (one in 2016, the other in 2019).
Can’t go wrong with either though unless you’re already in a post-MBA PE role or something (then the decision becomes staying on vs going to bschool).
I think the YLS vs HLS analogy is a good comp here (one is more impressive to those in the know; the other is more popular to the average joe).
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