Hi everyone, I am seeking some input on whether to go to UNC or UC Berkeley for business. I am in-state for UNC but Berkeley seems to be a better option. I would have to apply to get into their respective business schools, but I believe I can get into UNC’s easily and Berkeley’s will be hard/competitive due to the nature of things there. I was also wondering about the job prospects and such. I am not too into tech, so I would mostly go a pure business route even at Berkeley. I am not sure what field/specific aspect of business I would like to go into, but I am considering consulting, management, and investment banking as of now. I like the idea of also starting a business in college if I get the right idea, so is the “startup” culture at Berkeley something I should be more inclined towards? I have initiative and always seek out opportunities, but I feel like I would be able to stand-out more at UNC. However, a Berkeley degree and education seems to hold more value going forward.
Investment banking salary averages are $82,000 for UNC and $83,666 for Berkeley.
Consulting salary averages are $69,500 for UNC $73,406 for Berkeley
General management salary averages are $47,667 for UNC and $73,800 for Berkeley.
Overall salary averages are $66,325 for UNC with a $7,085 signing bonus $74,942 for Berkeley with a $8,500 signing bonus
I know these numbers only mean so much, but just thought of including it for perspective.
Other than for Investment Banking, most Berkeley students get employed in the Bay Area, where the cost of living is extremely high, while UNC students usually go to Raleigh or Charlotte, where cost of living is less. Why are the consulting averages still relatively the same then?
I would appreciate any advice and input. I have also been admitted to Babson, Wake Forest, McCombs at UT-Austin, Kelly at Indiana, and Carroll at Boston College, but I think UNC and Berkeley are my best options as of now, but please feel free to share insight on any of the schools I mentioned. Thanks!