As with course requirements, college costs also vary greatly. Specific information should be obtained from the school itself. Financial aid, again, varies with the school. The institution itself is the primary source of this information. Salary scales in both the private sector and the government are similar and follow the criteria of education, experience, and competence.
Additional adjustments increase the pay by geographic locality.
Check the 2000 Civilian Pay Scale for more information. This training consists primarily of experience at sea. For further information about employment in the Federal Government contact your local Office of Personnel Management, listed under U.S. Government in the telephone directory. The Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.