<p>I've that been admitted into both Stern Scholars and UT BHP.. I'm extremely confused. I really dont want to go NYU at this point, but I'm thinking that in 4 years, I will feel that it might have been a better choice, because it is so much more practical. I think it is more practical because NYC is great for business, but UT BHP in terms of rankings is right up there with NYU.</p>
<p>The only thing that NYU has above UT BHP is the location. Is it that important? I live in Dallas though, so UT Austin is close enough. BHP is a great program. If I work hard enough, cant I get anywhere I want to? </p>
<p>My heart says UT, but maybe thats because I'm young and although NYU would be hard initially, maybe I'll adjust and be just fine. Will I regret not taking this opportunity for NYU?</p>
<p>I'm really confused. I hope some of you that are more experienced in life can answer that question.</p>
<p>NYU is costing about 30,000 for my freshman year.. UT is about 12,000. My parents are really encouraging me to do whichever one I feel more comfortable with, so money isnt as much of an issue, but we arent super rich or anything, so if the money is worth it for NYU, then I would go, but if not then I can just go to UT.</p>
<p>I think if someone is not drawn to Manhattan, that NYC is not a good choice. It can be a very harsh environment for someone who doesn't love that city's life (I'm one who loves it, btw).</p>
<p>I'm with katliamom. Go where your heart is. The money isn't worth it. There are <em>lots</em> of places great for business, not just NYC. Even if you're drawn to investment banking, there are paths to that that don't go through NYU Stern. </p>
<p>Your gut instincts are fine. Don't feel that you <em>should</em> go to NYU even though you don't want to. And, that is a heap of a lot of money - I can't see any way that it is worth the differential.</p>
<p>As a New Yorker about to relocate to Austin, I'd say UT Austin will be a lot better fit for a Texan ambivalent about NYC.</p>
<p>NYC is the kind of place that some people are drawn to; others don't really care. I say you should only take on the debt (and the bad winter weather) if you really want to be there. Don't worry about what others think; UT Austin has some fine programs. If you're really serious about business, save the money for an MBA program.</p>
<p>My older son is graduating NYU Stern in May. I remember from his first visit they told us that the kids who thrive at NYU are the ones that have an "inner New Yorker". I wasn't sure if that applied to him, but he really took to NYC and is now staying on to work in investment banking. </p>
<p>NYU isn't for everyone and it sounds like you have another great option. I'd go where to the school that feels like the best suited to you.</p>
<p>I remember visiting over the summer and I absoutely loved New York City. I believe my potential growth would be much higher at a city like NYC, because of the stark contrast of races, wealth, etc and basically, an exposure to the "real world". It would be amazing to be able to see broadway, and times square, and all that is "NYC" at such a young age.</p>
<p>I often use the argument that I've got my life to see the world and NYC etc, why cant I wait around for a few more years close to home, and comfortable and with an education at equal quality to NYU? The only thing NYU has above UT BHP is the location(right next to wall street etc and since I want to study business, financial capital of the world). </p>
<p>But, I also don't want to fall into this pattern of comfort. I want great things in my life, and I'm afraid that throughout my life, I will choose the path that requires the least amount of change. Although I love NYC, I'm not choosing it because the idea of going so far away and drastically changing my life patterns really scares me, but to truly have anything great in life, isn't it necessary to do the uprooting?</p>
<p>One thing about NYC that you need to consider - everything you will do will be twice as expensive as Austin. It's a city that can be exhausting when you are living on a budget - believe me, I know, I did that for most of my 20s.</p>
<p>If you have big ambition in terms of business you should go to Stern. You will need to go where you need to go for the best opportunities. You can always go home but this is the time to try different ways of life even if it's a bit scary to get started.
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<p>I'm not familiar with Austin, but it would seem to me that, with Texas' economy being as vibrant as it is, there would be lots of opportunities for someone interested in learning about business. Experience on Wall Street could come through summer internships. With an $18k differential per year, the OP could fit in a lot of trips to NYC and gain many different experiences.
Does UT have a good business program?</p>
<p>Heck yeah, UT has a good business program - McCombs is within a few slots of Stern in every ranking I have seen, and the Business Honors Program (BHP) is comprised of particularly impressive students (average SAT over 1400).</p>
<p>Faithful: save money and go to UT....I am sure you would want to do MBA, the money saved will help you. You can always find a suitable internship on Wall St. If you want to stay in Texas - McComb (BHP) degree will take you far.</p>
<p>What kind of 'great' things do you want in your life? List them for us.</p>
<p>Where do you see yourself at age 30? 35? 50? 70?</p>
<p>That old saying is an absolute truth: "If you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere." </p>
<p>Distinguishing yourself at Stern and at a NY internship will turn you into a globally competitive business major. My years working for famous architects in Manhattan STILL brings in American and foreign clients all over the world--and that NY experience is now 24 years old! </p>
<p>OTOH, if your greatness is something you visualize happening mostly in Texas, then you cannot beat the connections you will make at UT.</p>