One of the big attractions to Ivy League schools is the alumni network. Because the alumni of these schools have gone on to succeed in the world, they carry prominent positions and can offer other alumni impressive roles. \r Many public ivies also have strong alumni networks. If you go to a school that offers a renowned program in your field of study, you could end up with an alumni network that is comparable to an Ivy League school. However, this will vary widely among the public ivies, depending on the school you attend and the field of study you pursue.