Help! CS MS: SJSU or UCI/UCSC??

[kcs2013]

I'm a non cs-background student currently working my way through the prerequisites for a masters in computer science, and I've applied to transfer next year (with about half of my preqreqs yet to take).  I've been admitted to a smattering of schools across the country, but due to financial and personal reasons, I was thinking of attending SJSU.  As of today, however, everything is up in the air again (unfortunately right on the day I have to make my April 15 decision), and I'm wondering if I should be considering UCSC or UCI instead. 

 

My parents have agreed to foot the bill, but I'd rather not put them in the poor house for the 2-3 years it will take me to complete the preqreqs and the masters coursework.  Does anyone have any opinions on how SJSU fares with the UC's?  I know that SJSU is right in silicon valley and offers ample recruitment opportunities, but will there be employers who will look down on it?  Also, how does the quality of the degree itself compare?  At less than half the price and the ability to live at home, is it worth it to forgo the better ranked UC's?

 

Looking for some feedback asap!

Edited April 15, 2013 by kcs2013

[kcs2013]

Bump?  I'm freaking out and would appreciate any insight!!

[rising_star]

I don't know enough about CS to offer insights in that regard so go with the least expensive option.

[kcs2013]

Anyone else??