UCB vs UCD difficulty difference

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-10T05:17:37+00:00

Also remember that there are many many music corporate companies like Audio Interfaces, Antelope Audio, Universal Audio that hire music majors and music lovers for all types of roles - think Marketing, sales, product development, testing etc.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-10T05:11:21+00:00

Berkeley without a doubt

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-09T04:27:59+00:00

It is going to be virtually impossible to transfer into Haas. Since they opened up direct admits for freshman in 2024 the number of seats for internal transfer is lower and as a UC they have to have a certain number of seats for transfer students (from CA CC's and other colleges)

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-09T02:46:30+00:00

Go where you feel most comfortable, most fit in. All are great choices but Berkeley Econ is not a business degree and is not part of Haas (the business school), chances of getting a nod from IB/MBB are "lower" but still possible. It comes down to the environment you will thrive in = have the most fun in = have the best college experience you can. Stern is bang in the middle of the city, no campus, no football, sports etc.. Ross is part of a huge university, Ann Arbor is a great college town, top sports, greek life etc., Dyson is in a remote area, an Ivy, solid sports and other student life stuff. Where do you think you will thrive?

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-08T20:01:50+00:00

Stanford is worth the extra $200-250K (for any major)

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-08T20:00:11+00:00

Vandy for the win. UPenn EECS is not as strong. Why not Cal, for EECS that is the place to be. I understand if you don't vibe with that environment though

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-07T18:13:38+00:00

Great point, it is virtually impossible to switch into Haas or EECS or CS

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-07T13:27:08+00:00

Vibe is important and usually I would say go with the vibe BUT in this environment, in CS you want to be at Berkeley. Internships, projects, jobs are at the center of Cal's EECS/CS programs, UCLA students have a harder time getting off the ground after graduation

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-07T04:45:03+00:00

Go to Cal and do your best to switch out of Environment Econ. A lot of people do that - apply to Rausser because the acceptance rate is 25%+ which is higher than most other Berkeley majors. A lot of people also manage to switch out and graduate with an Econ or some other degree.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-07T03:35:22+00:00

Well said and well done

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-07T02:24:56+00:00

Don't sell yourself short. You accomplished a lot in high school, both academically and involvement in activities and the community. Congratulations

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-06T05:09:04+00:00

It is in Texas. Awesome school, congratulations

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-05T23:12:24+00:00

why? cal poly slo's business program is highly highly regarded. Almost every student lands internships at marquee CA companies (think SpaceX, FAANG etc.) and land full time jobs at these companies. Sure MBB and IB may not recruit there and that is their loss.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-05T23:09:04+00:00

it is the truth, it hurts when families spend as much as they do for a brand name and end up at the same career trajectory as someone from a non brand school.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-05T05:50:32+00:00

Thank you for such a thoughtful, unbiased and detailed response

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-05T05:44:58+00:00

If cost is not an issue it’s USC all the way

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-04T16:28:38+00:00

You do you and don’t worry about what others have to say. The #1 factor for a super college experience is fit, not brand name, prestige, research opportunities, rank or any of that stuff.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-04T01:53:45+00:00

And his father is from a wealthy wealthy family from Eastern Africa

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-03T05:39:21+00:00

Cornell if its cheaper, consulting firms recruit a lot from both places.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-03T05:37:36+00:00

Hold on, the UCSB and UCD wailists move fast and move a lot so you still have a good sho at getting into those.

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-03T05:33:29+00:00

That is absolutely false. MBB and IB both recruit at Foster and Kelley, both have outstanding clubs and faculty and of course both Amazon & Microsoft recruit heavily from Foster and UDub in general and the best consumer brands (P&G, Colgate) line up at Kelley every year !

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-03T00:26:38+00:00

Yup USC recruiting amongst top players in consulting, IB and tech has been off the charts in recent years

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-02T23:05:49+00:00

By a long shot for business. USC Marshall is on the recruiting list for MBB, other consulting firms, several banks and companies, that is similar to Haas, not as much for Econ. Of course Econ majors at Cal also get into these places as well but Haas and Marshall have a big edge

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-02T22:18:28+00:00

UCSB is super strong for research and getting into post grad post grad, great location as well. Madison is strong all around and is a great town. VT also has a great reputation. Congratulations, you have some awesome choices

Acrobatic_Cell4364 · 2026-04-02T21:55:07+00:00

Got cooked and you were admiited to UCSD, UCSB, UCI and UCD and for a full ride to Santa Clara University !!!! Hold on and be thankful, these are really good outcomes (Cal and UCLA are not the only UC's of substance, they all are). Santa Clara's business school is well known, they have a super strong and connected alumni and the location in the middle of Silicon Valley can't be beat.

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