I was told that there would be a 17k, 1yr contract. I start in April, but I haven't actually seen the contract yet. I'm guessing we sign it once we get there..?

It's going to be really difficult do live on that first year pay (a 50k/yr paycut) knowing that I need to pay for somewhere to stay for the duration of the training program. At $80, for 6 weeks, that's over 3k... Don't get me wrong, it's worth it to me to work here, and I'm really excited about the opportunity, but it is a rather painful initiation to an otherwise awesome company.