Should I choose Arizona State University or the University of Copenhagen for a business degree?

The biggest practical tradeoff is scale and familiarity versus international depth and a very different academic system. Arizona State gives you a large, career-oriented U.S. university experience with extensive campus resources, recruiting infrastructure, and a business school that is deeply tied to the American job market. The University of Copenhagen offers a more internationally immersive experience, but the structure, classroom culture, and recruiting pathways can feel less guided if your long-term plans are centered in the U.S.

For business specifically, ASU has the clearer advantage if you want internships, employer access, and networking that plug directly into U.S. companies. W. P. Carey is well known, broad in its offerings, and built around professional development in a way that most American business students expect. That matters because business outcomes often depend as much on recruiting access and alumni reach as on the classes themselves.

The University of Copenhagen is appealing for different reasons. You would get a highly international environment, strong academic credibility, and exposure to European perspectives on economics, management, sustainability, and policy. Copenhagen itself is an excellent city for students, but European universities often expect more independence, and the social scene can be less campus-centered than at ASU.

In terms of student experience, ASU will likely feel more active, structured, and easier to navigate socially, especially if you want clubs, sports, events, and a traditional campus rhythm. Copenhagen can be exciting and enriching, but it may require more initiative to build community and understand local systems, especially for an international student.

On overall value, the answer depends heavily on where you want to work after graduation. If you expect to build your career in the U.S., ASU is the more practical choice. If you are serious about living or working in Europe and want your degree to anchor you there, the University of Copenhagen becomes much more compelling. For most students choosing strictly for business opportunities and ease of career launch, ASU makes more sense.