How much loan debt is too much for MBA program?

<p>Hello! I'd really appreciate second opinions on this matter. I'd hate to make an emotional decision instead of a rational one.</p>

<p>Right now I'm making about 60k/year. I'm estimating that after the MBA program, my salary will get bumped up to 80k. Do you think that taking out $80,000 for the 2-year program in private loans would be too much to pay off after graduation with my estimated income? I cannot take federal loans because of my visa status, so I have to go private.</p>

<p>I'd really appreciate any bit of guidance on this decision.</p>