> The only differences come down to network and academic history. Yes, indeed. With a degree from a top university, you are almost guaranteed an A average and

> The only differences come down to network and academic history. Yes, indeed. With a degree from a top university, you are almost guaranteed an A average and can go straight to Wall Street or into other potentially super-lucrative professions. Not every wants that, and there are other paths to get there, but if that's what you want, this is by far the easiest way. http://www.economist.com/news/united-states/21615616-not-what-it-used-be-grade-expectations http://www.economist.com/news/united-states/21615616-not-wha... http://washingtonmonthly.com/magazine/septoct-2014/why-are-harvard-grads-still-flocking-to-wall-street/ http://washingtonmonthly.com/magazine/septoct-2014/why-are-h...