Is 200+k in debt worth it for EE here? Please Help!

Read about the proposed budget cuts in Illinois.

http://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/2015-04-28/ui-plans-massive-budget-cut-move-forward.html

Stony Brook is a solid, affordable option. You can always call U Miamia and GWU and ask if they can improve your financial aid packages.