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Incoming SA @ EB (GHL/GUGG/PWP) from Semi Target (UVA/Vandy/Emory).
I’m wondering how much I should stress about GPA until I graduate. Is a 3.7 vs a 3.9 that significant of a difference for on cycle recruiting or can I just enjoy my life and relax?
I am ambitious and hate regret so I would love to do all I can on my end to have a profile fit for MF PE - even if I decide it isn’t for me after gaining experience.
There unfortunately is a difference, so I’d say it’s worth it. May even end up matter for BSchool down the line which if you can’t get the Associate to VP promote, may be necessary
MF PE will be hard from most firms, including from the EBs you listed (GHL/GUGG/PWP).
Guggenheim - doesn't place that well into MF PE
Perella - probably the best of the three, but analysts are less encouraged (=supported) to exit. Not sure how it may impact your recruiting efforts
Greenhill - Pretty stable and solid buy-side placements (out of these three). More UMM PE with occasional MF PE exits
TLDR - I'd try to improve GPA to the extent you can. It won't be a deal-breaker, but you have other things going against you (going to semi target; mid-range EBs, etc.) to be a competitive candidate for MF PE
Finish strong.
In my experience, not a huge difference. They want to make sure you do good with the case study and are someone they can enjoy working with.
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