This one is for all my recent grads out there..Congrats by the way....I know you guys want a great job, with good benefits, great atmosphere but reality says with the way this economy is you should just be thankful what you get. With that said, most experts say you should not necessarily focus on a location that is near your school or even your home, but instead look at some places where the situation fits you. Check out this list provided by CNN.com about the top ten places for recent grads...

According to Apartments.com and CBcampus.com, the top 10 cities for new grads are:

1. Indianapolis
Average rent:* $625
Popular entry-level categories:** sales, customer service, health care

2. Philadelphia
Average rent: $1,034
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, management

3. Baltimore
Average rent: $1,130
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, health care

4. Cincinnati
Average rent: $691
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, health care

5. Cleveland
Average rent: $686
Popular entry-level categories: sales, marketing, customer service

6. New York
Average rent: $1,548
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, admin-clerical

7. Phoenix
Average rent: $747
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, marketing

8. Denver
Average rent: $877
Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, health care

9. Chicago
Average rent: $1,133
Popular entry-level categories: sales, marketing, customer service

10. San Antonio
Average rent: $696

Popular entry-level categories: sales, customer service, management

If you are considering expanding your job search to other cities, here are some tips:

• Get info from the alumni chatter of your college.

• Develop a list of companies within the area and learn about their businesses and company cultures.

• Do some traveling with the cities that you desire and network within your desired field.

This is definitely a trying time for recent grads....I am one myself (CAU 07').....your attitude with determine where you go in life. Remember surround yourself with sucesseful people and you will be successful...."I just wanna, be I just wanne successful"...yall know the song..