Thanks for all the input.

I know about the cheaper CFI options out there, like ATP's program. In fact, I just checked out one of their major locations with the intention of being there in a few weeks. Although it looks great on paper and on the phone, after further "consideration" I want to find another option. And if I go down the CFI road (which I'm leaning toward), I'll have to FIND a way to make it work -- in terms of money -- at the school I'm at right now.