<p>I got accepted into Wharton and UChicago. I am not sure where I want to go. I want to do something related to economics and finance and eventually plan to do an MBA. What do you guys think? </p>
<p>Also, I am an international student (from India actually). I will be taking out a loan in order to attend either of the schools. I would like to go to a school where the academics are excellent, there are tons of opportunities to socialise as well as amazing career prospects (I'll have to repay a lot of money at the end of the four years). </p>
<p>How can this even be a quesion. I got in both Wharton and UChicago. There is no way on earth I would ever choose Chicago over Penn, even if I get full ride to Chicago. The atmosphere at Chicago is very focused on studying. In addition, Chicago focuses on theoretical economics, where as Wharton’s approach is much more applicable. If you would like to get an MBA, Wharton is the one. But then again, I won’t force you to go to Wharton (If you decline your offer, maybe one of my friends who got waitlisted can get in), haha. I’m kidding of course. Good luck with your decision!</p>
<p>Penn will definitely give you a better overall experience. It has the best Business school in the nation, and has amazing recruiting opportunities. IT has more of a pre-professional feel, meaning that most things you learn will be more applicable. It’s also super social.</p>
<p>Whereas, Chicago definitely has a good Business school. It’s up there. But it’s also more intellectual, and as a result, has a lot more of a theoretical focus. It’s also where “Fun goes to die”. I know it might be be trite, and an over-generalization, but there is likely to be some truth to the statement.</p>
<p>Penn and Chicago have one commonness - private schools with state school names. Other than that, they are very contradictory. Chicago is famous for its relentless emphasis on “studying.” That means, all important experiences other than studying for classes will be greatly downplayed and discouraged.</p>
<p>Wharton will make you work as hard as, if not more than, Chicago. But, you’re not going to just study. You will have a lot of opportunities for social involvements. I think Wharton will help you become a well-balanced business person.</p>
<p>Chicago, I think, is good for academia economics and has a more intellectual atmosphere. Penn, on the other hand, is good for business economics and has a more pre-professional atmosphere.</p>