Just keep in mind, that unless one has very specific career goals (like a Manhatten top tier law firm or something else very selective) there is just no real ev

Just keep in mind, that unless one has very specific career goals (like a Manhatten top tier law firm or something else very selective) there is just no real evidence that a better school will end up getting you better income over your lifetime. And yes, that takes into account the "connections" that one might get at higher caliber institutions.