Prestigious School vs. Profiting from School

What’s up College Confidential,

As it is right now, I would have to pay about $11,000 at Claremont, and would be paid roughly $5,000 a year at UIC (state school in Chicago). Although I think I have already made my decision (and wary of some of the advice forums like this dispense), I thought it would be helpful to fish out any last minute anecdotes before I make my decision.

Any relevant advice would be appreciated. Thank you.

Are both prices okay with you? In other words, will you be in debt at Claremont? Also, what program do you want to pursue? Are the professors/ departments great in both or just one?