This is true, but its not just a local thing, its a national thing.

Firms usually NEVER consider candidates with a GPA below a 3.3, so I do find it strange that people are getting considered with a GPA below a 3.0.  This leads me to believe accounting is a very superficial industry. 

MidwestStudent wrote: There is a stereotype that is commonly held that a lot of the firms prefer pretty girls for their jobs.  I know one firm in particular that certainly seems to.  80% of the associates, senior associates, and managers were pretty girls at recruiting events ;).  But I think that is also a local office thing though.