<p>Alright anyone out there with questions for an NYU Grad?</p>
<p>I graduated from CAS a few years ago with a major in Econ and minors in Architecture/Urban Design and History. After graduation, worked for a couple years doing research consulting and am now doing a variety of business consulting for a large multi-specialty medical group.</p>
<p>I am on this college board because I am applying to graduate school in International Relations, but since I am here I though I would volunteer to help out anyone with questions about NYU. So, please ask away.</p>
<p>Hi,
I’ve applied to CAS…assuming that i get in, how hard will it be to transfer to Tisch for dramatic writing?
Also, once i’m in tisch (assuming i get in), can i still major in not only dramatic writing but a language in CAS?
Do you know anyone who has done this?</p>
<p>Given that I was an econ student, I really don’t know much about Tisch or dramatic writing. Here are some more general thoughts:</p>
<p>Transferring within NYU is definitely doable, but don’t count on it. Every year there are a lot of students wanting to transfer to Tisch or to Stern, but it is very competitive because there really aren’t many slots available for transfer students. Not sure why you didn’t apply to Tisch instead of CAS if that is where you want to be? Anyway, don’t underestimate CAS though. You can have a great experience even if you aren’t accepted to Tisch. For more specifics you are going to have to check with a Tisch student - I wouldn’t really know. </p>
<p>As far as doing a double major, my guess it that it is possible though it is probably going to be easier to double major within a school (ex. two majors within CAS) than doing a double major across schools. You’ll have to check with the department to be sure though.</p>
<p>What’s the money/hours/competitiveness for getting a good position in consulting? I’ve been looking into it as an alternative to I banking, where the hours are ungodly. I’m welcome to any information you have about the subject, thanks in advance.</p>
<p>Well with consulting it really depends on the kind of firm and the location. I worked at a research / marketing firm in the Boston area as opposed to a traditional management consulting in NYC. The pay straight out of undergrad was decent though it was significantly less than I-banking jobs. Of course, the pay in Boston was also less that it would have been in NY; but then again my rent was a lot less too. As far as hours, I probably averaged around 55 hours/wk which is more than you think, though it meant that I still had my weekends to myself, except occasionally when deadlines were nearing. My impression is that management consulting jobs in NYC are going to be at least somewhat more competitive, pay more, but also require more hours.</p>
<p>As far as comparing to I-banking, starting salaries at I-banking jobs will be a little higher and annual bonus potential will be a lot bigger than in consulting. I-banking jobs might be a little more competitive, but that is most because everyone at Stern is obsessed with I-banking. As far as hours, you might have to try to talk to someone in the field, but my impression is that 55 hours would be a joke for most people in the I-banking world.</p>
<p>Ultimately, I think that consulting and finance companies are looking for a completely different kind of personality. So the most important thing is to figure out what you want in a job.</p>
<p>I would second what Anton says, but I’d also add that consulting is really not Stern’s strong point, so if you want that kind of job at a traditional consulting firm (and by traditional, I mean BCG/McKinsey/etc vs the consulting practice at PwC), you might be at a little bit of a disadvantage, though I do know people who’ve succeeded. </p>
<p>I’m not 100% sure what you mean by “competitiveness” - your fellow Stern students will probably swarm around the ibanking jobs, but the competition across all schools for consulting jobs at top firms is just as fierce as it is for ibanking jobs. It is in no way an easier job to get.</p>
<p>A good place to look for general job information is Vault or Wetfeet. NYU Career Services lets you access one of the sites online, so you can get detailed information on jobs in a variety of fields.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice. I’m actually going to be at Gallatin this fall…for the very reason of leaving my options open. You mention that the companies are looking for a very different type of personality…what are some traits from the personality you believe they look for?
TIA</p>
<p>NYU Top and Bottom 5 (in particular order) this is a quick list and it would probably change depending on the day that I am thinking about it.</p>
<p>Top</p>
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<li><p>NYC – I loved living in the city and learned a lot about myself. It really helped me grow up quickly. Washington Square Park is a wonderful place to have lunch, study or just watch Tic and Tack perform in the empty fountain.</p></li>
<li><p>Abroad programs – there are so many options and so many courses that everyone should have the opportunity to go abroad. I went to NYU in Florence, which was amazing. I highly recommend joining the gardening club.</p></li>
<li><p>“Expressive Culture: Images—Architecture in New York Field Study” — Even though I took this course as part of NYU’s required Morse Academic Plan (MAP) courses, it was one of my favorite classes during my 4 years. It is on Fridays which is a downside, but you basically spend every Friday afternoon walking around NYC learning about the history of the city through its architecture. Professor Broderick is outstanding, though she can be a bit of a tough grader.</p></li>
<li><p>NYU Economics Honors Society (EHS) – this was a new group when I join senior year, but even in just one year it gave me so many opportunities to go to amazing lectures, to meet successful CEOs and to have round table discussions with Nobel laureates.</p></li>
<li><p>Jumping in the fountain in Washington Square Park after graduation. This is a wonderful annual tradition and since my friends and I were right next to the fountain we were the first one’s in. CAS graduation in Madison Square Garden wasn’t half bad either.</p></li>
</ol>
<p>Bottom</p>
<ol>
<li><p>NYC – Yes that is right it is a city that you love and a city that you hate. Life is always busy and I often felt like I just needed a chance to get away for the weekend. I loved my 4 years, but I was ready to leave the NYC by the time I graduated.</p></li>
<li><p>No campus, No real sports, No school spirit - Go Violets oops I mean Go Bobcats.</p></li>
<li><p>Large bureaucratic school – it is very easy to get lost in the shuffle or to go through you years without ever getting to know any professors or making an impact in any noticeable way. That said, if you make a little effort I found professors to be very approachable.</p></li>
<li><p>Stern Financial Accounting – I have to say that financial accounting was my least favorite course at NYU – does it get any more boring?</p></li>
<li><p>9/11</p></li>
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<p>Is it worth the money? Well that is a decision that you have to make with your parents. I was very lucky that my parents were willing to pay for NYU and it gave me an outstanding experience. It is definitely a lot of money and the school isn’t right for everyone so just think about what is most important to you ad your parents.</p>
<p>ESSR181,
As far as traits for consulting, here are a few thoughts: companies want people with a broad knowledge base, strong quantitative skills, proven leadership, an ability to dissect a problem in a logical, orderly way, the ability to think strategically and see the big picture while at the same time being willing to pay attention to details, a willingness to work in groups, and the ability to understand the clients perspective and what they need.</p>
<p>i can answer some of your questions because i’ve been doing a lot of research because i am planning on transferring currently.</p>
<p>so the competition for applying to tisch, i hear is a mystery. a lot of people say it’s competitve, and there is an equal amount saying that it’s definitely possible. however, i might just be speaking about the tisch/film program. But in general, they judge your application 50% academic record (and you have to be in CAS for a full year before applying so they will look at your first, possible second, semester grades and that will be judged heavily) and 50% portfolio. </p>
<p>also students in other schools other than CAS, primarily steinhardt and tisch, can double major with any study offered at CAS. It’s not difficult at all.</p>
<p>WWWAAAAAIIIITTTTT… so you can double major across schools? I’m in CAS.</p>
<p>The housing website wasn’t really clear about this…what exactly can you bring and what exactly can’t you bring? I’m looking at staying in Hayden but I’m looking at the apartment style dorms too.</p>
<p>Hello
I am currently a junior in hs and I was originally looking at the Tisch school in NYU for undergrad, but now I’ve decided to apply to Syracuse instead (probably VPA) and then later NYU for grad…do you know anything about the Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film and Television? I know you didn’t minor/major in any of those areas but I have yet to hear anything about the school itself…oh, and possibly the average stats of those accepted? thanks!</p>
<p>futurenyustudent: yeah, but generally, it’s non-CAS students double-majoring in something in CAS. I haven’t really heard about it the other way around, though I could be wrong.</p>
<p>What do you mean by “what to bring”? The NYU Housing site is pretty clear… <a href=“Housing and Dining”>Housing and Dining; My recommendation would be to leave anything you’re not sure about at home - unless it’s of sentimental value, you can get it here just as easily, and it’s probably better to make sure you have room for it first.</p>
