<p>I’m a CC freshman right now so I’m looking at schools to transfer to after my sophomore year. I know for some degrees, finance in particular, going to a top school is important if you want a high-end, i-banking type job. </p>
<p>Right now though, I’m looking at majoring in either Accounting or MIS, and from what I understand, both are generally well-paying and there’s a lot more opportunity for a good job no matter where you go. </p>
<p>My question is, just how far does this principle extend? Would doing Accounting or MIS at a relative unknown like, say, Western Illinois make me a whole lot worse off then someone at Harvard even if I graduate around the top of my class. </p>
<p>I’m not asking this because I want to slack off and go to the easiest school possible, but financial issues may force me to go somewhere with less of a reputation. Also, should I choose to continue playing baseball in college, that might mean staying in DII or DIII.</p>
<p>Most top ten business schools do not offer undergraduate programs. There are also a whole lot of schools in between Wharton and Western Illinois in terms of quality.</p>
<p>Alluding to what tomsr said, you need to look for a balance. School quality absolutely matters- a lot. But you don’t need to go to an ivy to have an awesome career.</p>
<p>For your baseball concern, it’s really all about time management. If you can manage to maintain good grades, play baseball, AND find a way where you’re participating in a club or organization that relates to business, then by all means, go for it if it’s your hobby. Just make sure you manage your time well.</p>
<p>Edit: I also want to add that if you’re in any financial situation, you might want to have a job while you’re in college. With that said, it might be more important for you to have a job instead of playing baseball, unless you have a scholarship for that.</p>