WUSTL MBA, MSF or Vandy MSF

I'm not in the best position to answer, but you can't really go wrong with WUSTL. I'm keeping the WUSTL MSF on my radar depending on how things turn out. Sorry I am unable to offer more behind my response. Surely someone else will chime in.

If you don't mind I ask, which WUSTL MSF are you doing? Also, what are your stats and background?

MBA for consulting. MSFs wont place as well in consulting.

May I ask when you heard back from Vandy? I interviewed with them last week, and they told me that I wouldn't need a second interview and that I would get the decision before June 4th. Earlier on in the day I got an email saying that I would need to interview again and that this may take up to a month to process (which I don't have).

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Why would you go MSF for "strategy consulting"? And how did you get into Wash U MBA w/o any work experience? Is it a dual degree track?

despite what folks here say, an MSF can come in handy at a consulting firm. especially if you are on a financial modeling team (our firm has specific groups that cater to clients, specifically banks, with modeling support and other finance needed services...none of that BO, MO crap). however, if you have the option of getting an MBA over an MSF and are dead set on consulting, id probably go with the MBA. and yes, you will have some roadblocks when it comes to recruiting because of your lack of experience....not so much full time placement, but summer associate placement. best of luck!

There are several people from top MSF programs going into consulting. The only reason more are not is because most MSF students want only IB.

Don't do an MBA at this point in your life. You can use a MSF degree to go into a variety of careers, just depends on your prior experience and how you sell yourself. Someone in my class year is doing consulting. Not sure what kind, but I am pretty sure it isn't financial.

Wow thanks for the responses everyone. I guess it boils down to this: Do you think the WUSTL MBA is worth it? Would it be a smarter move to go for the MSF first and try to go for a top 10 MBA later on or just go for the MBA straight away? If I did choose the MSF, would you guys recommend Owen or Olin for placement in consulting? I really appreciate your responses guys.

@Esuric: I was notified sometime in April after a campus visit. @Peinvistor: It would be a dual MBA/MSF, however I would start in the MBA program and could choose to opt out of the MSF if I choose to do so.