<p>At the top programs, most of us will agree that "fit" is the most important consideration in choosing a school. My question is, where does Dartmouth fit in? I've read that it focuses on collaborative management, etc., but that doesn't tell me a whole lot. I'm interested most in finance/banking/consulting, so I realize Wharton would likely be the best fit for me, but then who would be the best fit for Dartmouth. What are the school's strengths and weaknesses? Likewise, what about Northwestern?</p>
<p>Dartmouth is tops for business. Their alumni connections are very strong in the street. Even their history majors get top jobs. Take a look:
<a href="http://www.dartmouth.edu/%7Ehistory/newsletter/spring01/majors00.html%5B/url%5D">http://www.dartmouth.edu/~history/newsletter/spring01/majors00.html</a></p>
<p>Now think of the econ majors. The CEO of Goldman also happens to be from dart.</p>
<p>Northwestern also is tops for recruiting. Both schools are excellent and any good student from either school shouldnt have trouble contacting and interviewing for ibanks, and consulting firms. Of course if you get an interview all that matters is your connections and your performance at the interviews.</p>
<p>The chairman for UBS, John Costas, is a Tuck graduate. He was a former bond trader (U.S. Treasuries).</p>