IU Kelley vs Vanderbilt

I recently got into Vanderbilt as a transfer from IU Kelley and was wondering if it is worth it to go to Vandy. I want to break into IB, preferably in NYC, but definitely in a large city. 

I'm not in the top banking clubs at IU or a Bus Frat, but def in some higher-tier clubs and have some solid connections. My only worry is that if I don't get into IBW, I won't place at any top banks. 

Cost-wise im paying 40k for IU and ~95k-100k for Vanderbilt. Will I be better off transferring and trying to place from Vandy or staying at IU?

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