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Columbia University New York, NY 10027
3.31 star(s) 16 reviews
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2026
Columbia University
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3.6
79
87
72
91
147.5K
138K
74
136
13.35
83.44
97.20K
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University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095
4.26 star(s) 46 reviews
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2026
University of California, Los Angeles
63
3.2
53
66
82
88
131.2K
118.2K
65
79
36.01
37.44
96.84K
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I got into Columbia and UCLA MFE for fall 2025. I am extremely confused between the two in regards to employment opportunities, coursework, living expenses. Any guidance will be really appreciated!
 
I got into Columbia and UCLA MFE for fall 2025. I am extremely confused between the two in regards to employment opportunities, coursework, living expenses. Any guidance will be really appreciated!
What are your confusions? The placement stats are published above. You can read reviews to get recent feedback from alumni to get insights. Cost of living in NYC vs LA can be researched online.
 
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