My wife went to Ohio State, and although its tuition is "only" 10k a year, compare that with 1k overseas. If we will have kids the question where they get their education is a nobrainer.

Apart from that she also went to Columbia University. Totally overpriced in my opinion, but it made her really happy. Because of her decision back then, now, as a couple we have a "second mortgage". Not all financial decisions in your life are under your own control.