Which school and why ?

Hey,

I am a noobie here on the forum and I'm going back and forth between a school or a training program with a company with contract etc.... From what I read the best way to go is school for better options afterwords. My situation is a little dismal as I am on unemployment right now and not sure If i can get financed or not ? And if unemployment will still pay me while i attend school ? I need to make some phone calls.

If I do decide to go the school route what is the average cost ?

And also in my area of southern california does anyone have any positive or negative feedback on the following schools ? What should I be looking for when deciding ?

AIT in Fontana
Roadmaster in Fontana
TDA- Central Refrigeration / Fontana
United in Santa Ana

Thanks !