Master Programs Comparison: Which quant program to choose?

quantyscientist said:
Hey sorry wrong tag @abeeqt … supposed to be @ajjjw
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yea i got into chicago and MAFN. Definitely understand that choosing MAFN over chicago is an uncommon choice on here, but i’m in a bit of unique situation. i’m planning to do MAFN part time while continuing to work at frbny. I wanted a more theoretical program as I code daily at work.

Interested to see you say MAFN plays second fiddle. Just from my linkedin stalking, doesn’t seem like CU MFE places THAT much better. Average rank of the program since 2020 is 7. would like to know if you think the difference in marginal or if there’s really that steep of a difference in reputation on the street?
 
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Have you done a MFE and successfully transferred into industry or are you an applicant like me?
 
That’s a great choice with the PT flexibility.

I won’t comment much on the prog as you can talk to existing students / alumni. But just know IEOR - MFE, MSOR (FE), MSFE (finance PhD courses heavy which are mathematical), MA Stats and ofc UG from IEOR. The placements and employment rates are higher (even based on QN data, else check the schools’s websites if provided). As I alluded to, stiff competition alr within CU

I’m a quant trader
 
quantyscientist said:
That’s a great choice with the PT flexibility.

I won’t comment much on the prog as you can talk to existing students / alumni. But just know IEOR - MFE, MSOR (FE), MSFE (finance PhD courses heavy which are mathematical), MA Stats and ofc UG from IEOR. The placements and employment rates are higher (even based on QN data, else check the schools’s websites if provided). As I alluded to, stiff competition alr within CU

I’m a quant trader
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really appreciate the input. if i was a fresh out of undergrad student i would definitely opt for chicago. Tons of competition between all the NYC programs forsure, but i’m confident that i’ll make the most out of the program. cheers!
 
Hi, I'm an international student who studies in the U.S. and I got two admission letters from UW and UIUC. My first choice is NCSU but it hasn't released a result yet, so I'm waiting for it. However, since the due date of the decision date is coming, I want to choose either UW or UIUC.

I think their differences are very clear. And I didn't receive any scholarship.

UW: Higher rank, cheap tuition
UIUC: Geographical benefit (East), Practicum

Hence, I can't choose it. Can you guys share any thoughts or advice?

Thank you!
 
Ddong said:
Hi, I'm an international student who studies in the U.S. and I got two admission letters from UW and UIUC. My first choice is NCSU but it hasn't released a result yet, so I'm waiting for it. However, since the due date of the decision date is coming, I want to choose either UW or UIUC.

I think their differences are very clear. And I didn't receive any scholarship.

UW: Higher rank, cheap tuition
UIUC: Geographical benefit (East), Practicum

Hence, I can't choose it. Can you guys share any thoughts or advice?

Thank you!
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I don't think UIUC receives a geographical just because it is in the east though
 
Ddong said:
No, I didn't. Is it available?
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You can try and email UIUC/UW to explain that you are waiting on a decision from another school and request an extension on the deadline to enroll. It is possible they give you more time to decide.

Also seems like UIUC recently has good placement into US jobs.
 
Andy Nguyen said:
I would like to hear a bit from Dominic or anyone familiar with CQF career service. I read the reviews and a couple people mentioned it did not exist or they don't need it.
It's one thing for people already working in the field, taking CQF to learn new things, while getting reimbursed by the company, it's another thing for people from China/India wanting to get into the field using CQF as a mean.

Since majority of CQF delegates take this online, what does career service exactly entail? Does Dominic's recruiting service play any part in this?

In short, how does a guy from India, China finishing this CQF get a job on Wall Street or in any of the financial centers?
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did you get an answer to this? (How does finishing the CQF get a job on the Wall street?)
 
Hello everyone!

I'm grateful to have been accepted into both Columbia Financial Engineering and Imperial Mathematics and Finance programs, and I'm finding it challenging to choose between them. I'd really value your perspectives on these two options.

Background: I'm a French student in a top-tier "Grande Ecole" (equivalent to a master's degree), majoring in applied maths. I don't have any full-time work experience, but did two internships (one in strategy consulting and one in asset allocation). My objective is to work in quantitative research in a buy-side firm. I would enjoy an experience in the US but plan on working in Europe in ≈ 3 years.

My current opinion: I'm leaning towards Columbia at the moment because I already have a recognized degree in Europe, and I'd like to try the US. However, I'm questioning whether this reasoning is sound and what the job prospects in London are for someone with a degree from Columbia vs. Imperial.
 
My 2 cents is that you’re better off at Imperial if you want to pursue a career in the UK in QR because of the program’s connections. If you want to stay in US a bit, Columbia might be a better choice…
Also, given the fact that you pursued X-Ens, Columbia or Imperial won’t make a huge difference in the French job market. Your experience is what will most valuable on top of French education.
 
Hey guys, now I am admitted to these 3 programs, I wonder which one of them is the best choice for me?
Becoming a quant in hedge funds or BBs would be dream job for me. Risk or data role in finance firms is also considerable.
expecting your advice
 


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