Between UMichigan and Columbia PhD (History department)

[skinnyolive]

My research proposal and interests are aligned with history of south asia as well as history of science. Between U-Michigan and Columbia History department, what would be a better fit? I am pretty keen on Columbia as ideally I want to move out of a very South Asia specific research and look at broader international histories. But a bit worried about expenses in NY.  

[rising_star]

I would be more concerned with who your advisor would be, if they'll be there throughout your PhD, and the funding situation at each institution. Fit is hard to determine or help someone else figure out, especially with the limited information you've provided.