Excelsior MSN

BellyDancer66 · Nov 6, 2012

Judging by the comments on this forum, the State of California does not accept the BScN from Excelsior. Perhaps you shoud rethink studying at this university. Who else doesn't recognize their education?

TiffyRN, BSN, PhD · Nov 6, 2012

To the OP:

I am completing my BSN through Excelsior and I know they have a capstone requirement for both BSN and MSN. Sadly, even though I am almost there, I don't know what the capstone requires for either degree.

To BellyDancer66:

The OP is asking about MSN, not an entry level BSN. The OP states she is getting her BSN through WGU, not Excelsior. The OP never mentioned California and though I believe it to be one of the most beautiful States I have ever visited, it is not the only State (or Province) in North America. California only cares if your entry level RN is from Excelsior and Excelsior does not (currently) offer an entry level BSN, only an RN to BSN. I guess if one's original degree was from Excelsior and now one was getting a BSN or MSN then it might be relevant. California will also accept applications for licensure from Excelsior graduates from before December 2003.

Erikadawn RN · Nov 7, 2012

Can us Excelsior nursing grads even visit California? Lol? I heard there MSN is approximately 12-18 months.

Editorial Team / Moderator · Nov 8, 2012

Can us Excelsior nursing grads even visit California? Lol? I heard there MSN is approximately 12-18 months.

Haha! I think we might be turned away at the border.

double_minority · Dec 22, 2012

Hello nurses!

So, it is the second I'm reading something around these lines, California does not accept some or all degrees from EC?

Editorial Team / Moderator · Dec 22, 2012

Only if you graduate from EC for your initial RN licensure from the ADN program. Anything else is fine - EC is accredited.

double_minority · Dec 22, 2012

Good. Thanks for the clarification

akanini, MSN, RN · Jan 18, 2013

I've been putting this off for so long but I think I have to finally kick the bucket and apply to EC's MSN program. I'm just so scared because I've never done schooling online. I have no idea what it's like. Im concerned about how many hours I would have to spend weekly and the program consists of mostly paper writing. I'm not that great with papers. Any thoughts, suggestions or words of advice is greatly appreciated.

Editorial Team / Moderator · Jan 20, 2013

I spend maybe an hour a day reading forum posts and responding, and a couple of hours composing my weekly forum topic contribution. I usually spend a good portion of one of my days off doing the reading for any class. Usually there are only a couple of papers -- one individual paper and one group paper/project. Bear in mind that this is generally spread out over 15 weeks (a couple of courses are 8 weeks, but not many), so it's not that overwhelming. I'm taking two classes right now, though, so it's a bit more! Start with just one course. I'm sure you'll do fine! Most of the classes besides the papers/projects consists of communicating with your classmates in discussion forums, and judging from your posts here, akanini, you are a fine communicator and will not find that overly challenging. I think you'll enjoy the online format!

stwyrstf · Sep 24, 2013

Akanini,

Especially if you have never done schooling online, you should pursue it. This is an arena that will be used increasingly by individuals looking to stay current in their careers. I am near completion of my MSN at Excelsior and have found it manageable. Group projects are stressful because work schedules come first and sometimes it is difficult to keep up with team mates. I like Excelsior because I can make multiple payments throughout the semester to pay my tuition. This makes it affordable.

akanini, MSN, RN · Sep 24, 2013

Thanks so much for responding. I just started on Aug. 26th. I'm taking one class and I feel sooooo lost. lol. any types/advice would be greatly appreciated. I'm pursuing the Education track.