Potential 5th Year - Need Thoughts

Current Situation: Just finished junior year, heading into the summer where I am doing a s&t program. I am considering going back after my senior year (which is 22-23) to do a masters in finance (23-24) and play out my last year of eligibility. 

Thoughts on going back for a fifth year and playing/ getting masters?

Do I then start applying now for summer 23 internships? Should I apply s&t or IB?

If I go back and get the masters, should I try and lateral to IB directly after completion or stay in s&t? 

Just want some of your general thoughts. Thank you!

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