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Once you have a degree in computer science, finding computer science jobs becomes your next important step. Computer science jobs are found all over the country, so it is important to pick an area where you will be happy living. If you hate the bitter cold, heading up to New England, despite the lure of a higher salary, can be a poor career choice.

There are many things you should think about before settling on computer science jobs. If you owe money in student loans, it is crucial to tally up your monthly student loan payments, rent/mortgage, car loans, average electricity bill, heating bill, garbage collection bill, phone/cell phone bills, internet bills, food, clothing, insurance, etc. While computer science jobs offering $50,000 a year to start may seem reasonable to you, the cost of living where you settle can turn the best computer science jobs offers into a truly pathetic one.

Take Vermont for instance, at IBM (the state's largest computer science jobs employer) a computer engineer earns approximately $60,000 to start. Located in Chittenden County, the office buildings are pretty easy to reach from many towns. Computer science jobs here will require one to own a car as there is usually a commute required. Car loans on average for a small sedan cost about $260 a month. Rent in the area, especially for those opting to live near Burlington, will cost an additional $800 to $1000 per month and a house or condo will cost at least $200,000 to purchase. Monthly mortgage payments on houses in this area usually average $1,200 a month with property taxes and homeowners insurance escrowed into the payment.

Suddenly, the $60,000 salary doesn't look quite as impressive. When those looking into computer science jobs tally in heat, electricity, fuel/transportation costs, clothing, groceries, and phone bills, their monthly income is usually eaten up with little left for savings. Sadly, school usually does not prepare students for the realities of living costs. Those seeking computer science jobs really need to look at the whole picture before accepting the first job they find.

Featured Computer School

The Brown Mackie College system of schools offers Computer programs at the associate’s degree, diploma, and certificate levels.* Programs include computer networking, computer aided design and drafting, computer programming, database technology, and information technology.

The Computer programs are designed to provide students with the practical skills necessary to operate, create, maintain, and repair computers and technology. These programs include general education and technical courses in order to produce a well-rounded graduate.

* Not all credential levels are offered at each location. Program availability varies by location.

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