If you are just starting out in aviation, realize that you probably won't be earning a "college graduate's" wage until several (or many) years after you are done with your degree. Heavy college debt will only lengthen the time it takes to be able to enjoy your salary.

Your undergrad is a means to an end. About two years outside of college and it won't matter where you went...unless you have to keep making payments. I chose Kent State because it was close to home and far less expensive than most other schools. If I were you, I would take the least expensive route that, in the end, gets you where you want to be.

I work with several ERAU grads. We both have the same job and earn the same wage.

Hopes this helps.