Top tier SF vs. Mid Tier NY Groups?

What are your guys' thoughts on JPM SF HC/Tech vs. NY top group (M&A/FSG/LevFin) at mid-tier BB (CS/BAML)? For full-time position, mainly from exit opp perspective. thanks

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I think it's pretty simple. If you are sure you want to be in SF / west coast, go to SF. If you are not sure, New York will give you more optionality -- you'll have a more diverse set of exit opportunities and will have more geographic flexibility (easier to go from New York --> SF than the other way around).

Also, the difference in 'prestige' is not that significant between CS/BAML and JPM, so that wouldn't be a deciding factor for me if I were in your position.

Best of luck!

 

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