<p>First of all these schools were my top two choices so I'm very happy that I've got into both.</p>
<p>I am pretty sure that I want a career that has something to do with International Business after college, preferrably finance (for now).</p>
<p>I would like some input with regards to making a decision though. Here are the areas I've honed in on:</p>
<p>Academics--I want to be surrounded by really bright people who are going to push me to work hard and learn a lot</p>
<p>Career/work prospects--which school will provide me the most opportunities to go out and get a great job at a top-level company (I'm really liking pvt equity/mgt consulting right now) right after college? The reputation might have to do with this too.</p>
<p>Social life--I'm not a crazy partier but yea, I'd like a relaxed atmosphere and some oppotunities to let loose </p>
<p>Surrounding area -- I've lived near DC, been to Chicago a couple of times. Both are great, although I liked Chicago better</p>
<p>FinAid--Chicago wants me to put up $15k/yr, in addition to loans built in. I have been named a Georgetown Scholar, meaning all of my finaid is free money and no loans, and I'd have to put up about $8k/yr. Plus the scholarship will allow me to meet some alumni for networking and such.</p>
<p>Finally, I wanted to know if studying Econ at Chicago (vs International Bus/Finance at Georgetown) will give me enough real-life knowledge to go right into the business world. </p>
<p>Here are other schools I've been accepted to:
USC, NYU, UT-Austin (Bus Honors)</p>
<p>What do you think? I have to come up with a decision soon and I could use all the help I can get.</p>