Duke v. Northwestern

antwerp
Fri, 16 May 2008 14:07:23 +0000

I’m looking to study either Economics or Public Policy at Duke or Northwestern. (AFAIK, Northwestern doesn’t offer Public Policy at WCAS).

Factors important to me,

Strength of the Economics program. (I am more keen on pursuing non-quantitative aspects of Economics.)

Career opportunities and job placement. As with everyone else, I am looking to enter the banking/finance/consultancy industry.

Academics. I’d prefer if the school did not practice grade deflation, where it is possible for most students to do well without spending all their time studying.

Students. I understand that competition exists in every school. However, I’d prefer collaborative, compete-with-myself competition rather than cutthroat competition. I’d also like to be around students who know how to play and enjoy themselves.

Mobility. I want to have the choice to work and be employed in different parts of the US.

I appreciate any advice you can offer.

Thank you.