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by clairity 2582 days ago
yes, even though i had wanted an mba largely for #1 on your list, #2 & #3 are undeniably where the intrinsic value of an (on-campus) mba program lies. if you don’t go to a well-regarded program (i’d estimate top 20), you won’t get that intrinsic value and are probably over-paying.

it makes sense for the less regarded programs to reduce costs and reduce tuition to serve those who primarily want #1 because they can’t compete on #2 and #3 (which i would describe as prestige rather than a rubber stamp).