Just curious - you mentioned a boyfriend - do you think that plays a role?
Hard to tell the parking fees for commuters - looks like monthly. You may look at that.
I just worry that any student commuting loses campus life ahd I imagine that’s one of the great appeals of SC. I mean, if you’re just going to class, why go to a residential private ? Obviously her choice. But I don’t see and you noted your own experiences - how do you obtain that inclusiveness - clubs, study groups, parties, late night pizza runs and more.
Last suggestion - please go through the business curriculum with her before making such a large investment. It may not line up with what she thinks based on earlier comments
I was in Costco the other week. Ran into a retiree from my last job here in Nashville. He had two kids at SC full pay. I asked how they’re doing.
One just changed jobs after two years. Now making $45k. Sports marketing of some sort.
The other graduated. Traveling. Will worry about life later. He was worried now 
Well not sure how you get the $$ commitment from your kid to make $25k in the next six months but we hashed this subject well.
Finally let me remind you that loans come with fees. So you borrow $25k but they are giving you less. It’s not just interest you pay but origination fees up front.
I wish you luck and hope she finds her path.