Wharton vs. Georgetown
Hey everyone! I'm an incoming first year student. I was going to Wharton but recently decided that I'm going to attend Georgetown instead and pursue the Business & Global Affairs major between the SFS and MSB.
My goals are to work abroad for my career, likely in Europe or the Middle East. My parents work in PE/foreign service so I'm used to moving around and love experiencing new cultures. Ideally I would work in VC somewhere internationally -- really interested in Georgetown's VC program.
AIso love learning about foreign policy and think Georgetown gives a better balance of people interested in finance and foreign policy. Looking for a more intellectual college experience rather than just finance/accounting.
True, Wharton is the preeminent institution for business but I don't have to work at BX PE straight out of undergrad. Want a solid finance job but also other unique experiences.
Also thinking about doing a Fulbright or something before an IB analyst gig if possible.
So yeah - would appreciate anyone's experiences with either school (not meant to be an immature post with people bashing each other's college)...thank you!!!
Seems like you picked the college that's right for you. Good on you.
Even if you decide to recruit for Wall St Georgetown places well.
Good luck!
Georgetown’s easily a top 10 school for foreign service, and it’s really easy to get internships on capitol hill during the school year
pretty sure gtown is the top school for foreign service actually
Having been through recruiting from both sides of the table, I can assure you that going to one or the other won’t materially affect your recruiting chances at BBs/EBs. They’re both targets, and once you get the first round your personality is 20 times more important than your school. Choose based on fit.
Georgetown. You won't have to deal with people thinking you go to Penn State
Either you enjoy throwing away your future, or you didn’t get into Wharton and want people to make you feel better about going to Georgetown. If you actually did get into both you should’ve gone to Wharton no competition