<p>I think that one could argue that Columbia and Northwestern could be a terrible fit for many other students as well. Our own student visited both schools and could not wait to leave the campus of Columbia, even tho we have family in the NY City area and a family member who graduated with an MBA. No regrets from our student about choosing ND, either! College choice is a personal decision–visits help a LOT. And, if one is still so terribly unhappy after a semester or two, there is always the option of transferring.</p>