Excelsior graduates...Are there any?

hoolahan, ASN, RN · Jan 21, 2003

smiling ru...I am sorry but I have to say you must be exaggerating the one year to finish the BSN. First of all, you would have to have all pre-req's done. The clinicals are barely even graded in time before the next one comes along, making it very difficult if you fail to take the next clinical, you need to wait for another round, and for it to be offered in the location of choice. They do not always offer the exams in every location for every date.

It takes them WEEKS to grade anything, and you need to pass everything in sequential order. I mean their deadlines held me back for a whole year. a lot of time watsed waiting to hear if you passed, so you are allowed to apply for the next exam, then wait time, grading time, etc...

I am not saying it is impossible, but extremely unlikely to have completed all the requirements for the BSN in the space of one year, just to do process issues w the school. You are the exception rather than the rule.

I did it, and if I could turn back time and go another route, I would. Very very stressful program...I would NOT recommend it, Just my 2 cents.

ryaninmtv, ADN, ASN, BSN, MSN, LPN, RN · Jan 21, 2003

I graduated from Excelsior last year. Didn't think the classes were all that difficult, although a struggled with a couple. The clinical was not fun at all. A good description listed above. If/when you get to the clinical exam, memorize the study guide. For my money, it's the only way to pass. I took clinicals in Columbus, Ohio. Six of us attempting, three passed. One of those who didn't make it failed for the second time.

I wouldn't have done it any other way. Good Luck!

hoolahan, ASN, RN · Jan 22, 2003

Just note, that is a 50% fail rate. makes you wonder doesn't it??

Rock, LPN, RN · Jan 22, 2003

Hi All:

I don't know how anyone could or would be able to pass Excelsior in three (3) months.

The only thing I can figure is that you had your general education credits already in order, possibly had been given credit for some nursing courses, and only had to do the clinical. Please explain.

I earned an ASN degree from Excelsior some years back. I had an associate degree from Staten Island College, and only needed the nursing courses.

If you plan to take Excelsior's degree, make sure you are working in an acute-care facility so you can gain the necessary experience to pass the clinical exam. Study your critical elements if you miss a critical element, that means failure, and you have to make an appointment to take it over, and another fee.

Good Luck !!!

Rock

:kiss :chuckle

New CCU RN · Jan 22, 2003

Just wondering all of you who have gone this route.... how prepared did you all feel once you were out there practicing?

Also, what is the pass rate on the NCLEX?

Rock, LPN, RN · Jan 22, 2003

I was a LPN for many years. I worked in a hospital that allowed us to do the same things that RNs were doing. I needed the degree to advance in salary and status.

I was doing exactly the same work. There was no difference in my work performance in my case.

Rock

:cool: :nurse:

BladderMouth · Jan 22, 2003

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