Selecting between Purdue and Drexel for Computer Science

I’m an international student how got selected to Purdue and Drexel for BS. Computer Science.
Since I’m not rich enough to afford all 4 years at Purdue, I have to rely on loans. But with Drexel’s 38,000$ financial aid and their co-op program, I can afford Drexel. But, I can’t deny the reputation of Purdue and the quality of their CS program. Should I take the risk of applying to loans and going to Purdue, or should I take the easy route by going to Drexel? Any help will be much appreciated.

For CS, Drexel may offer a stronger program than Purdue.

Hey Merc81, at the risk of sounding pesky, what makes you say that? I’m unfamiliar with Drexel CS?

OP - congrats on the awesome choices! Fwiw, you shouldn’t consider this in a vaccum. What will be terms of the loan (interest, total principal)? Do you want to be an engineer or academic (salary post program)? What are the chances you graduate in 3 or 5 years (risk)?

You’re asking an economic question so I’d treat it as such!