I'm going through the same thing now with Knox and Syracuse (I actually think I've managed to avoid saying names so far on Hubski, but I'm not sure why I tried that). I know Knox is the better one on paper, and I know I like Syracuse more. So utterly beats me what to do.

When I posted about the issue a little bit back, the ever-wise klienbl00 told me this:

I've made the decision in all sorts of states of mind since then. My dad and I are still working through finances to see if I can afford Syracuse more easily somehow, but I also know most of my decisions have been leaning towards Knox. But changing affordability might change that.

I guess I've talked a lot about my decision, so here's my thoughts on yours:

Don't think about the cons, at least not yet. If the schools have made it this far in your considerations, then their cons can't be that important to you. Just focus on the pros. Are there anyways you can move some of the pros for Case to UF or for UF to Case? For me, I realized I could make career opportunities at Syracuse that already exists at Knox, so that pro changed.

Which actually brings up another point: will Case's advantages help you overcome the debt? Will it easily lead you to a job in the field you want? If so, the debt would become much less important, because you'll be relatively sure of being able to pay it off and deal with it.

Finally, talk with your friends. My friends have helped me a ton with this. Your guidance counselor too, if they have been any help in the past. They know you like us on Hubski never will. They'll have their own opinions and points about these schools too. So rack their brains, sober and "HAMMERED" if possible. See what they tell you vs what they actually think. It may get stressful and it's scary as fuck, but you've got this.