Transfer: Columbia vs Northwestern vs Top State School

Current student at a UT, UVA, UNC, Umich who applied for transfer and got into Columbia GS (Economics) and Northwestern (Economics). I’m full pay for both and don’t mind the Gs stigma. I just want the highest chances of breaking into IB and other financial jobs. What do you guys think? 

I’m not sure I can get into the business school at my current undergrad due to prereqs. I’m going to apply, but will most likely have to reapply to get in my junior year which will be too late.

What should I do?

Columbia GS (Economics)
38% (12 votes)
Northwestern (Economics)
53% (17 votes)
Stay at state school
9% (3 votes)
Total votes: 32
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Columbia by a mile. Full disclosure, I'm a huge fan of NYC.

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