How is Mcgill University viewed in the US ?

Hello guys,

i am majoring in finance in Mcgill university (montreal Canada). Just wanted to know how its viewed in the US, is it considered a target university ?

thanks

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futurectdocCanadian Harvard, that said I don't think it gets the same play in terms of on-campus recruiting.
really? isnt U of T the one that ALWAYS is ranked as the best university in Canada?
 
Marcus_HalberstramWhat difference does it make now, you're already there?

if he's a freshman or sophomore he can transfer to Ivey for year 3

 

This one is difficult; I have made some research about McGill (desautels) and its reputation in the US. It is needless to say that McGill is a v. good university - however one has to understand it is well known in the US for Law and Medecine. Regarding other courses and faculties it may not be as highly regarded as it actually is for Law & Medecine. In fact, you will be competing with people from Ivy League Unis - in this respect I think they will be technically at an advantage compared with you.

 
CNB90Wouldn't know, sorry. I only know what I told you.

Fair enough. I gathered that UK BB recruitment is almost non-existent for international students, hence I may have to return to Canada.

If you don't mind me asking, which university do you go to? You can PM it to me if you wish.

I win here, I win there...
 
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CNB90Wouldn't know, sorry. I only know what I told you.

Fair enough. I gathered that UK BB recruitment is almost non-existent for international students, hence I may have to return to Canada.

If you don't mind me asking, which university do you go to? You can PM it to me if you wish.

I'm assuming you don't hold EU citizenship?

 

i am graduating from mcgill this year and looking for IB and other banking/finance jobs there is some recruiting from top firms but it is really insanely competitive as they take 1 or 2 out of a huge candidate pool.

i am actually curious to know what networking methods you guy suggest !!

cheers

 

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