Emory vs Vanderbilt MBA

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I have been accepted to Vandy with no money and Emory with 25% scholarship. My goal is IB NYC but open to other locations as well. I know Emory is ranked higher but the Vandy brand seems bigger in finance. Which would you choose?

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