How much do you factor debt into your decision?

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I am currently in LECOM's post bacc program and doing very well, so chances are I will have a spot there for me (though I'm not sure what pathway) when I finish the program. I have been fortunate enough to receive other acceptances, however, my favorite being KCU. So far, LECOM is ok. I don't think it's deserving of the hate it receives, but as a current student, I'm not impressed either.

As an Erie native, I would save both on tuition and living expenses (generous parents letting me live with them) if I attended LECOM. The difference over four years would probably add up to at least $75,000 maybe more like 100,000, depending on how much living expenses are estimated and where I ended up doing years 3&4. To me, that's a huge number. I'll be 25 when I start my first year and nearly thirty when I get my first paycheck, a resident's paycheck, mind you. I'm certain I'd be fine at either school, but having ~100 grand less to pay off sounds pretty good to me.

So, to those who have been, or currently are in a similar situation, what did you do, and more importantly, are you happy with your choice? (and maybe I should post this in the med forum?)
 
It is a difficult decision. I would say go to the school that makes you happy, even considering the debt.

Which program would give you the best chance at reaching your future goals?
 
It is a difficult decision. I would say go to the school that makes you happy, even considering the debt.

Which program would give you the best chance at reaching your future goals?

I'm inclined to say KCU, but that's only based on other's opinions of the respective schools and what I heard at my interview. Nothing concrete, ya know?
 
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