Dartmouth vs Oxford (Undergrad, International student)
I'm an international student interested in IB/HF/finance in general. I've been accepted to Dartmouth ED and am awaiting a decision from Oxford University to study Economics and Management. While I'm waiting with not much to do, I was hoping I could get some insight into whether I should choose Oxford (if I'm accepted) or Dartmouth.
It seems that in terms of prestige and recognition, Oxford is HYPSM level while Dartmouth is 2nd tier. However, at Dartmouth I'll have to flexibility to double major or minor in a quantitative subject along with Economics which I've heard is better for HF opportunities. I also realize that Oxford will serve me better for UK recruiting while Dartmouth will probably be better for US recruiting. I prefer staying in the US long-term, although I'm open to working in the UK. Perhaps grad school in the US after Oxford can be a gateway? I've also heard getting a work visa in the US is difficult, any insight from internationals? I'm also curious if Oxford would be better at getting me jobs in Asia versus Dartmouth.
Dartmouth will be significantly more expensive than Oxford (no financial aid). Although I won't be in debt, it is something to consider.
Any advice would be really helpful, especially from internationals. Thanks!
You've raised a number of practical concerns that I don't want to discount and I'm not qualified to comment on them... but even still I just can't imagine turning down Oxford for Dartmouth.
Exactly. And especially living in Asia, where Dartmouth's recognition is close to non-existent outside of very well informed circles, it seems downright insane.
If you applied ED you are legally binded to attend Dartmouth
And must withdraw all other applications
Rephrased: ED does not legally bind me to attend Dartmouth, and will probably have no affect on my offer at Oxford.
In your case, I would strongly recommend Oxford given equal cost, it's an absolute no brainer if there's a huge cost difference. It's a better school with much better global recognition and diverse class. The experience is also going to be better, especially for an international. And the UK visa process is much easier (who knows how it will be when you graduate though, but no one is really anticipating huge change in that regard).
Go to Dartmouth if you want to stay in the US. Go to Oxford if you'd prefer to be a member of the Elite in the UK. It'd be difficult to move from the UK to the US if you already work for a UK investment bank or vice-versa. Either school will get you into high-finance if you play your cards right.
Actually it's quite easy to move from the UK to the US, especially in high finance. Most banks have rotational programs with the option of an extended stay if you prefer.
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