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Morgan Stanley target schools

Hello everyone, does Morgan Stanley recruit heavily from target schools only, or is there a chance for non-target candidates? I go to a solid university, but it’s not one of the traditional targets like Oxbridge or LSE. Is there still a realistic path into IB at MS?

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Natalie
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on Apr 15, 2025
Ex-Investment Banker | Former Deloitte & Grant Thornton | Coaching Finance Candidates to Ace Interviews & Land Top Roles

Hey there, 

it's definitely possible to break into Morgan Stanley from a non-target school. While they do recruit heavily from top universities, they also look for exceptional candidates from other schools. If you’ve got strong technical skills, relevant experience, and network effectively, you can still stand out. Focus on making connections, acing your prep, and showing your passion for investment banking. 

If you need any suppport on the way, I'd be happy to help. 

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