I worked my butt off in my undergrad to get a high GPA, got into a high-acuity ICU, and did all the right things-- I'm happy to say I was accepted into every program I interviewed, and turned down two other offers to interview because by that time, I had already put a deposit down for a program. They say the best CRNA school is the one you get into, but I was blessed to have my pick.

I was down between two schools: School A was prestigious, highly ranked, started the next year... but nearly twice the cost of the other school I was considering. School B was not ranked, but was in the same area as School A (similar clinical sites), cheaper, started in the same year I applied.

I chose School B. In my second semester so far, and on some bad days (poorly written exam, confusing lecture) I get a bit of buyer's remorse. Sometimes, I think I should've just been patient and maybe the extra $100k for School A would've been worth it. By the end of the day, I can usually make myself feel better saying it won't make a huge difference in getting a job (as long as I pass the boards, of course). Nevertheless, It still feels pretty bad. By far, the school I am attending is the least "ranked" out of the schools I applied to, and I was offered interviews in top 5 schools. I feel like kicking myself a lot.

Anyone else have this feeling, or have encouraging words?

To be honest every student has those bad days and buyer's remorse. CRNA school sucks to put it bluntly. Right now all you can do is work hard and become a CRNA.

I chose my school based on location and what was best for my husband. The cost of living here is low and my clinical sites are great.

You're absolutely right; it sure does help to hear it from others going through the same thing though. Thanks for your perspective.

And if you paid that extra 100k just to realize they're only slightly less disorganized than the school your in then what? This is a masters program. Your going to teach yourself a lot and learn a lot on the job (clinical rotation). The grass is not always greener but most definitely more expensive.