CMU is about 3x more expensive than UMass. Do you think it’s 3x better too? Do you think a degree from CMU compensates for the 160k extra dollars you are paying? Personally I would pick UMass as I think there are huge benefits to going to a cheaper school. You don’t always have to worry about how much you are spending, you can study abroad, travel over the summer, join Greek life. You won’t be that financially free at CMU.