Deciding between NYU and Pepperdine for an MRE

Which school is the better choice? I know NYU is higher ranked and has a better alumni base , but I'm hoping to live in LA after completing the program. Does the prestige of NYU outweigh the location of Pepperdine (Malibu)?

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