<prompt> Human: My degree would be Computer Science, I am faced with the opportunity to receive an 80k scholarship to a small private university in Tennessee. On the other hand, I could more than likely make it into a much better school, UVA, Vanderbilt, Duke with no financial aid. Would the latter schools offer me something worth more than 80k? I am looking for a good long term investment, thank you!Edit: Thank you guys for all your input! It really means a lot to me.  <response>: Go for the scholarship. Your attitude matters far more than the school. Not having financial worries will make it far easier to concentrate on learning. Lastly if you change your mind about the course or university all together, and you wouldnt be the first, you have less to lose. 