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<p>That is not what I said. I said university of undergrad does not play a major role, big difference. Of course, all other things being equal, prestigious school wins over hick college. You can’t say that for McGill and Northwestern because they’re both highly regarded universities. And all other things are never equal for grad school applications. There’s always a difference somewhere between two candidates in one of the other factors I mentioned (particularly in the recommendations). It’s never the school name that gives you the edge.</p>