From an outsider - I feel the parallels are closer to being punched into an elite Finals Club than a grad school. The alumni network is smaller and likely more

From an outsider - I feel the parallels are closer to being punched into an elite Finals Club than a grad school. The alumni network is smaller and likely more powerful. Admittance into the club will carry more weight in future endeavors. A very small percentage of hopefuls are accepted. This isn't meant to be negative - I just feel it is a more apt comparison.