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No. 10
from kf15
Old Mar 29, 2009, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MICHEVOG View Post
Ya ready for this one??? 46 big ones. ..........
OK I just got up off the floor, I just graduated there and when I entered, the entire pgm was $40k I believe, 2 short yrs ago. I transferred in every single pre-req so only paid for the nursing block more or less. I really want to inform you of some things so I suggest you get enough posts so you can PM me, as we can't post our private emails here. That is a gigantic debt load, but unfortunately it's still in line w/ the enormous wait time for comm colleges.
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No. 11
from rnforkids
Old Mar 30, 2009, 01:40 PM
Updated Mar 30, 2009 at 09:12 PM by dianah

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back on track...yes this program cost me an arm and leg, but after trying to community college route for 7 yrs, working full time, it was my best bet. I will ALWAYS be in debt so whats some more...expecially to get my emplotment and a career I can always count on. I am proud to be a nurse and I cannot wait to see where this life takes me.
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No. 12
from MICHEVOG
Old Mar 30, 2009, 02:09 PM

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Thanks everyone for your replies...I appreciate them. I must say a few more things.
1. Exercising impulse control has no bearing on this matter. Leaving a career of 15+ years and going back to school for a completely new one has been a huge decision and one that involves MANY factors....none of which are "impulses" or "lack of patience".
2. I am looking into schools in other states....less expensive, community colleges with shorter waits.
3. I will not be staying in AZ after graduation..moving back to the East Coast/NY area....Relocating for a job is the plan.
4. YES, a 3 year period before I am able to begin a nursing program is THAT BAD. Add another 2+ years to graduate?? Not a viable option for me at this point in my life. I need to get a degree, pass the boards and start working.

Kf15: I'm posting as fast as I can. I look forward to speaking with you, but I don't understand why you were on the floor if you just went through the program...Because tuition is now $6000 more than you paid? Can't wait to hear the details.
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No. 13
from kf15
Old Mar 30, 2009, 09:32 PM

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I too scratched my head at the "impulse control" comment, you certainly did not give the impression of rushing into this, esp since you were taking the time to research and ask detailed qstns. I also gave great thought to investing the $$ and time in this degree, I've lived in several states and just cannot believe how horrible the wait list is to get into these pgms. Even tho the cost is HUGE there is the undeniable benefit of starting shortly after being accepted.
I am not working on the floor yet, what I wrote was a little humor responding to your tuition comment, "it knocked me to the floor." I'll discuss details w/ you if you want when you can contact me directly.
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No. 14
Old Mar 31, 2009, 12:23 AM

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Well, when you're 46k in debt and possibly jobless with a non accredited degree you may feel differently about whether you rushed into this or not.

Just my two cents, or 46 thousand dollars.

And in this economy, you probablly won't be able to take out another loan to pay for BSN when you are that far in debt.

But heck, that's your choice-but you did ask for advice.
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No. 15
from MICHEVOG
Old Mar 31, 2009, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by MICHEVOG

1. Do I need a BSN to work in an ER?
2. Assuming I pass the NCLEX, will I have any problems relocating to another state? I realize all states have their own criteria for licensing...
3. Will the lack of NLNAC and CCNE accreditation prevent me from working in any particular place?

1. no
2. no
3. no

I'm a little confused. If your answer to #3 is NO, then what accreditation should I be looking for in an associates degree program??
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No. 16
Old Mar 31, 2009, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by MICHEVOG View Post
Originally Posted by MICHEVOG
1. Do I need a BSN to work in an ER?
2. Assuming I pass the NCLEX, will I have any problems relocating to another state? I realize all states have their own criteria for licensing...
3. Will the lack of NLNAC and CCNE accreditation prevent me from working in any particular place?


1. no
2. no
3. no

I'm a little confused. If your answer to #3 is NO, then what accreditation should I be looking for in an associates degree program??

If you read the thread, you will see that Hoozdo said some places aren't accepting these students. I can tell you right now. So just change my last two no's to yes'. And there you go.

Good luck.
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No. 17
from kf15
Old Mar 31, 2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by MICHEVOG View Post
Originally Posted by MICHEVOG
1. Do I need a BSN to work in an ER?
2. Assuming I pass the NCLEX, will I have any problems relocating to another state? I realize all states have their own criteria for licensing...
3. Will the lack of NLNAC and CCNE accreditation prevent me from working in any particular place?
Hey read this thread for some details: allnurses.com/general-nursing-student/nlnac-vs-ccne-187100.html
These competing accreditations may have more to do w/ politics and what BSN schools will accept your apollo degree if you decide to move on; since 2 schools already accept, and if that's OK w/ you to do your BSN online, then you have no worries.
New York is not a compact state, so if you're gonna move there after becoming an RN here then you should contact their state Bd of Nursing for details about what you'd need to do to work there.
That post about Scottsdale "not hiring" students from that school may have nothing to do w/ accreditation, a licensed RN is a licensed RN.
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No. 18
from kate82
Old Mar 31, 2009, 10:14 PM

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Don't worry about the money. I think in your situation it makes sense to attend Apollo. $46K is a lot for tuition, but it is comparable to every other private institution. As a nurse you will be able to pay off the loans (quickly if you are dedicated) even in the current economy. Good luck with school!
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No. 19
Old Apr 01, 2009, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by kf15 View Post
That post about Scottsdale "not hiring" students from that school may have nothing to do w/ accreditation, a licensed RN is a licensed RN.
I seem to recall the issue was about lack of accreditation and a Phoenix area hospital not hiring graduates from an unaccredited nursing program. An employer has every right to do this if they wish to, especially in a right-to-work/at will employment state like AZ.
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