I *FINALLY* made a decision!!

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Specializes in Emergency Dept, M/S.

I've decided to go to the more expensive, Catholic college instead of the community tech. I sent in my paperwork and deposit today.

It is such a relief to finally have decided. The cost was really the only issue that concerned me, but other than that it offered everything I wanted. I would have had to go in the evening with the other program, which is NOT what I wanted, plus it was Thursday and Friday evenings, and possible some Saturdays. NOT what I was looking for.

Plus I can retain full-time status by taking courses to work toward a BSN, and with the full-time status I can use the $20K scholarship they gave me, another big plus.

So, with all of that, I ordered my stethoscop (Littman Classic II S.E.) and safety goggles. Also ordered some Nursemates shoes - though they say no sneakers allowed in this program, the shoes I ordered at Nursemates (which are allowed) that look like sneakers, so I'm not sure if they'll allow them or not. I'm looking on eBay for a nursing watch. I also have to order my uniforms through a certain supplier, because they have to be embroidered with the school name. They said to order 2 sets, but I think I'm going to do 4 sets. I hate doing laundry, and even as a stay-at-home-mom now with 4 kids and DH, I only do it 2x a week. I can only imagine I'll be doing it less often with a 2+ hour commute each day! :rotfl:

So, that's it! I'm going to write a letter to the other program, thanking them for the offer but letting them know I won't be attending. I know there are probaby 100 other applicants they can offer it to right away, and it wouldn't be fair to let that person wait any longer. I remember being in that awful position.

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Specializes in Emergency Dept, M/S.

I've decided to go to the more expensive, Catholic college instead of the community tech. I sent in my paperwork and deposit today.

It is such a relief to finally have decided. The cost was really the only issue that concerned me, but other than that it offered everything I wanted. I would have had to go in the evening with the other program, which is NOT what I wanted, plus it was Thursday and Friday evenings, and possible some Saturdays. NOT what I was looking for.

Plus I can retain full-time status by taking courses to work toward a BSN, and with the full-time status I can use the $20K scholarship they gave me, another big plus.

So, with all of that, I ordered my stethoscop (Littman Classic II S.E.) and safety goggles. Also ordered some Nursemates shoes - though they say no sneakers allowed in this program, the shoes I ordered at Nursemates (which are allowed) that look like sneakers, so I'm not sure if they'll allow them or not. I'm looking on eBay for a nursing watch. I also have to order my uniforms through a certain supplier, because they have to be embroidered with the school name. They said to order 2 sets, but I think I'm going to do 4 sets. I hate doing laundry, and even as a stay-at-home-mom now with 4 kids and DH, I only do it 2x a week. I can only imagine I'll be doing it less often with a 2+ hour commute each day! :rotfl:

So, that's it! I'm going to write a letter to the other program, thanking them for the offer but letting them know I won't be attending. I know there are probaby 100 other applicants they can offer it to right away, and it wouldn't be fair to let that person wait any longer. I remember being in that awful position.

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Congrats on your acceptance, sounds like you're getting all geared up to go! When do classes begin?

I'm still waiting on the enrollment packet from my school (although I got an acceptance letter it was just that, a letter - they're sending all the other information once we accept our position in the class)

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Congrats on your acceptance, sounds like you're getting all geared up to go! When do classes begin?

I'm still waiting on the enrollment packet from my school (although I got an acceptance letter it was just that, a letter - they're sending all the other information once we accept our position in the class)

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I'll be starting in September. As soon as they get my deposit, they're going to send out a packet with all the info I need. I did find out that I'll have lecture on M & W from 7:30 to 10:15, and clinicals on Tuesday from 7 - 3.

I'm hoping that they include a list of all the books I need, so I can gradually start buying them. Hurts the pocketbook a little bit less!! :chuckle

I'm also applying for a few more scholarships. My small little town offers a $750 one to any adult woman going back to school to change careers. I will probably have a good shot at that, since many years it goes unfulfilled.

I hope you get your stuff soon! The waiting stinks! Although it's not as bad as waiting for the acceptance letter. ;)

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Specializes in Emergency Dept, M/S.

I'll be starting in September. As soon as they get my deposit, they're going to send out a packet with all the info I need. I did find out that I'll have lecture on M & W from 7:30 to 10:15, and clinicals on Tuesday from 7 - 3.

I'm hoping that they include a list of all the books I need, so I can gradually start buying them. Hurts the pocketbook a little bit less!! :chuckle

I'm also applying for a few more scholarships. My small little town offers a $750 one to any adult woman going back to school to change careers. I will probably have a good shot at that, since many years it goes unfulfilled.

I hope you get your stuff soon! The waiting stinks! Although it's not as bad as waiting for the acceptance letter. ;)

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