Milne is a perfect example. ARMY, AFA, and Weber St. meant he left thousands on the table to pursue his dream and BYU is one of the most economic schools in the country. Just because you could attend a school that offers and has a 100k per year tuition with 20k per year living expenses doesn't mean that is what you are giving up. Should Milne have gone to Weber St because they offered?
I will always say, follow your dream not just the money. If you just follow the money you won't ever "get there" because no amount is enough.