If she's doing it just to live off the government for a couple of years then I'd be upset, but if she is genuinely trying to make something for herself then I don't see the big deal.
Like anleja said the loans probably won't be as much as she's expecting. I can attest the real money lies in scholarships and independent grants from businesses not from the government. Sure they'll pay for the books and tuition, but I hope your mom digs Ramen noodles and cheap beer.
