what would YOU do: wake forest full ride or GW full ride

hi! obviously this is so specific to the person and their goals, but my family and I are mostly curious to hear what other people would do in the same situation!

I have ties to both the south and DC. open to multiple paths in law school (criminal, government procurement, and even some JD-first policy work) and excited to be inspired by classes, but not feeling like I have to do biglaw or a prestigious clerkship.

I’m considering tons of things — cost of living, pace of life, and where I’d like to be postgrad. but I can honestly see a life where I enjoy both going back to the south or staying in DC!

cost of living differences:

wake - average cost for a 1 bedroom is $1,100

gw - average cost for a studio is around $1,900 (probably more)

what would YOU do in this situation? thanks for any of your thoughts!