Advice needed! Kelley ($0) or Ross ($75k in total debt) for consulting?

I am currently trying to choose an undergraduate business school. I have been admitted to both IU Kelley and Michigan Ross. Kelley will allow me to graduate debt-free, while I will graduate with about 70k in debt from Ross. I am looking to go into management/corporate strategy consulting. Is the reputation of Ross worth the 70k here, especially for someone looking to work for McKinsey, BCG, or Bain? Any advice is greatly appreciated!

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