Mendoza vs Cornell ILR vs Stern

I just received notification that I got into both schools. Which should I pick? I like the fact that Mendoza offers more prestige than NYU, but I'm deadset on NYC I-Banking. Is Stern the smarter play or is it a marginal difference. I'm also applying to Cornell ILR. I feel that Stern is a better short term option but the alumni base at ND seems more loyal and a better long term option. Thanks again for answering.

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Lol, thank you for that but Notre dame seems more prestigious and better for the long run. And it's much better for NYC IB compared to my other option of UNC

 

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