I graduated from Flight Safety in May 2004.
Your not paying 30 percent more for the name, whoever told you that is an idiot. You are paying for the facilities, maintanence, aircraft etc etc.
Very good school that will prepare you for the Airlines..
They are very strict on procedures especially IFR. Take the tour, you will leave with your mouth open.
Too bad Vero Beach sucks though. But heck, more studying.