<p>the students that come to Stern are some of the smartest, most brilliant people you will ever meet.</p>
<p>Academically speaking, the kids at Columbia are going to be of a much higher caliber than the kids at Stern. Stern may be difficult to get into, but it isn’t nearly as competitive as Columbia. </p>
<p>Overall, both these schools are great and you’ll be in great shape coming out with a degree from either. But, with them each costing the same amount, there’s really no reason to go to Stern if you get into Columbia.</p>