I've been accepted to two Ed.D. programs. One is a private school and would cost me around 80k, but is well-known, well-respected, and has an extensive alumni network. The other is very cheap and I could probably pay for it without loans. However, the second program is not well known with a very small alumni network. Both programs are regionally accredited.
So I guess my question is this: Is the alumni network and noteriety of the big name school worth the huge amount of debt, or is the debt-free no-name school a better route?
My professional goals are essentially to continue to move up through my district in administrative positions, eventually reaching the level of Asst. Sup., and possibly working for a county.