Stanford vs. Yale (vs. UMich)

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<p>Okay, so even though this has been done like 1000 times, I need help deciding. A week ago, I didn't think I would get into ONE of these schools, let alone TWO of them. So, I'm mainly a math/science oriented guy and I've been accepted to Stanford and Yale. I'm undecided about what I want to do in the future, but it's either going to be in technology or Wall Street. Obviously, Stanford is the easy choice for technology jobs in the Valley. But what I don't know is how Stanford's network and reputation is in the Street. So my main question is: are Stanford alumni well represented in Wall Street? Anywhere comparable to Yale alumni? If the answer to this question is "yes," then my choice will probably be Stanford. But if the answer is "no," then what do I do? Is it worth passing up a Stanford engineering degree just for the network that Yale has on Wall Street?</p>

<p>Of course, there are many other factors that need to be taken in to consideration:
1. Stanford has an actual football team that people go and watch.
2. Yale has the "Ivy League" brand attached to it.
3. Yale seems to have a more close-knit community.
4. Stanford has the weather, the beauty.
5. Yale has the architecture.
6. Yale has the residential college system.
7. Other things that I don't remember.</p>

<p>I also was admitted to UMich's pre-admit program at the Ross School of Business. I'm in-state for Michigan, so the cost of attendance is much lower. Also, since a lot of my AP credits transfer, I could probably do the dual degree program and get both a degree in electrical engineering and a Ross BBA. Would this be an option to consider over Yale and Stanford?</p>

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<p>Personally I feel like I would choose Yale, since I am much of a closer- tight community type of person. But both are amazing schools and I believe it is ultimately your decision to make. It’s one vote for Yale from me. But good luck & congrats!</p>

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<p>confizzle, what great choices you have. I don’t think you can beat the combination of great academics, quality of life, and opportunities at Stanford, but I do think you should also seriously consider UMich under the circumstances you described, since their EE program is excellent and you’d also get the business degree. If you were only going for the business degree, I wouldn’t be as favorably inclined toward considering UMich, but to get the dual degree, and possibly graduate early with major cost savings from such a fine place, is very appealing. And by then, you’d know whether you wanted Silicon Valley or Wall Street as your professional goal, and could consider an MBA with that in mind. (Stanford’s GSB is tops, by the way.) Good luck with your decision!</p>