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I am finishing up my applications for a Statistic PhD. I am interested in doing research in mathematical finance and probability modeling. Should I attend the best school I am admitted to or select the school with the most professors doing research in my areas of interest? My goal is to have a career in academia. My schools of interest are: Michigan, UPenn, Iowa St, Florida, and Oklahoma St. Background: Undergraduate Majors: Math and Finance Minor: Economics Graduate: MS Quantitative Finance

What are the top Statistic Phd Schools for a career in academia? I have no interest in going into industry. Thanks for you advice.