Bauder College ADN

U.S.A. Georgia

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Who is in the ADN program at Bauder College? I am in my third term and so far, so good. Now that I've figured out the process, as it is WAY different from a traditional college, things are going along just fine. I have about a year until graduation and that is very exciting. Now I'm trying to weigh my options and see where I go next. Who is going the BSN or MSN route after school? And which companies are still hiring ADNs?

One large benefit I've seen so far is the kaplan testing. Each class has had a kaplan component to it with focused review tests you take that also give you tutorials on certain topics. And you know kaplan's history with test prep, so it's definitely been an asset (to me) as far as helping with class material. You really learn how nclex questions are set up and get refresher practice with your critical thinking skills. Bottom line is, you aren't going to get anything from the website-it's barebones, you aren't going to get anything from admissions office (they're salespeople is how I like to think of it). You really won't get the info you need unless you talk to a student or come to the nursing dept orientation after you're accepted--which I'm sure you will be.

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By the way I have two jobs and several classmates work (if you can find evening shifts). And having built in pre-reqs without having to cycle back thru another application process to see if you can get in a nursing school was my #1 reason for choosing this school. Very very attractive quality. And to be fair, there is a pretty active student activities group and also student nurses association. So if you're into getting involved in stuff (like I went to the ga nursing students association conference this year and got a lot of info about externships, jobs, etc) then there are opportunities. So, pros and cons.

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You know I appreciate all of the insight Catdawg!! If the tuition is around 40,000 for an ADN, I may go for the BSN with Chamberlain for the same amount of time and money. Their program is costly but I have a lot of the pre-req's done. I'm hoping this drives the cost down. Any info on them???

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You know I appreciate all of the insight Catdawg!! If the tuition is around 40000 for an ADN, I may go for the BSN with Chamberlain for the same amount of time and money. Their program is costly but I have a lot of the pre-req's done. I'm hoping this drives the cost down. Any info on them???[/quote']

I was also looking into chamberlain! :) but I didn't have the sciences since I have a BA...I think maybe it was chemistry. Can't remember. And I was so ready to get started and done! I do know someone I work with attends but we are both prn there so I see her only once in a blue moon. If I run into her anytime soon ill try and get some info. But I did speak to someone about their online bsn/msn (can't remember exactly how it goes) for when I finish.

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@Catdawg

Yes it completely makes sense. How are you doing in the program so far? The professors?

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@bellamia1015

Thanks for your reply. Have you completed everything on the "checklist"? WHEN will we know for sure if we are accepted, I can never get a DIRECT answer and if I do then I'm told differently later! When did you start the process?

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@bellamia1015

Thanks for your reply. Have you completed everything on the "checklist"? WHEN will we know for sure if we are accepted, I can never get a DIRECT answer and if I do then I'm told differently later! When did you start the process?

Just wanted to clarify a couple of things on this thread.

1) All prereqs do transfer. I myself have already turn my transcript into ksu and they accepted all my A&P's and micro. Any nursing classes will transfer as long as you finish your degree and pass the NCLEX. However every school has their rules and this is not a catch all. For example ksu will take Bauder, but you have to pass a class that is basically an rn review course. Bauder classes are guaranteed by SACS accreditation. It's stated on there bylaws page.

2) The college is run by idiots. There I said it. FA aid is a joke to try and talk to, the nursing department is just trying to keep up, and the teachers struggle to do right by the students. That being said they 100% care. They want these classes to be successful so they can go for full BSN. They do everything in their power to make sure the students have great testing resources and that we learn. However they do not give a crap about your gpa. They make you earn every point just like a traditional program.

3) The book/uniform thing. The books are included with tuition because we have 10 week semesters. The professors don't have time to wait on someone not having their **** together because the book they ordered off amazon didn't come in. At least that was how it was explained to me. That being said you CAN RETURN YOUR BOOKS UNOPENED AND THEY SEND YOU A CHECK. You just have to have them still in plastic and show them the book.

4) Yes it's a for profit school. But look at Emory, at Mercer, at Vanderbilt. You would pay double at some of these institutions, because of the prestige right? At Bauder you are paying to do things quickly. It's not prestige based, but it is the fastest prereqs included school in the state. So don't worry about the "for profit", worry about what's important to you in a school. If its money, not time, I would suggest other state programs. We all pay for different things when it comes to school. :)

5) almost everyone of your concerns, we have had. No we can't tell you what your schedules will be, or what clinical days you will have, or that you won't have to put up with BS. But once your in, this is one right knit student base because we want the same things you do. To graduate and become nurses, without sacrifices our entire bank accounts or our honor. Some of these ladies and men have Masters, Bachelors from UGA & Emory. We want to move past this school. We can tell you what we know is true about the program past all the bs that the front office gets you. Because the fact is, most of them don't know crap about nursing.

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@Catdawg

Yes it completely makes sense. How are you doing in the program so far? The professors?

I've made all As so far. Which to me, is a big deal. I have no attention span whatsoever and didn't make the best grades in undergrad. Had TONS of fun and wouldn't change anything about my college experience, but I'm not exactly the best student. That said, fast forward to me being almost 29...lots changed from being 18-21. I'm much more focused. My professors are all different. I like most of the ones I've had. Some are... a challenge :) lol but I've gotten a lot from some. But that's at every school I think.

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@catdawg that would be awesome!!!

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@bellamia1015

Thanks for your reply. Have you completed everything on the "checklist"? WHEN will we know for sure if we are accepted, I can never get a DIRECT answer and if I do then I'm told differently later! When did you start the process?

I first went to an info session at the beginning of November but once I found out the cost I had to think over it for a while. I went back to complete the testing late November to early Decemeber. I had to go to the school several times from then until now. I finally got everything they needed in to them on Monday. Hopefully they don't need anything else from me. I still haven't gotten the physical completed or turned in my immunizations because I am waiting to find out whether I am accepted or not. So for me it hasn't ben that long of a time from when I first contacted them until when I got them everything they needed.

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I first went to an info session at the beginning of November but once I found out the cost I had to think over it for a while. I went back to complete the testing late November to early Decemeber. I had to go to the school several times from then until now. I finally got everything they needed in to them on Monday. Hopefully they don't need anything else from me. I still haven't gotten the physical completed or turned in my immunizations because I am waiting to find out whether I am accepted or not. So for me it hasn't ben that long of a time from when I first contacted them until when I got them everything they needed.

I'm pretty sure you'll be accepted...and one word of advice, hold everything until you get in to the school...admissions office "sent all my paperwork over to the nursing dept in one Manila folder". Hmph...I had to get copies of everything again. Just give it straight to the clinical coordinator once you're in. You won't need it until your second term anyway. And keep copies in your trunk too.

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One large benefit I've seen so far is the kaplan testing. Each class has had a kaplan component to it with focused review tests you take that also give you tutorials on certain topics. And you know kaplan's history with test prep, so it's definitely been an asset (to me) as far as helping with class material. You really learn how nclex questions are set up and get refresher practice with your critical thinking skills. Bottom line is, you aren't going to get anything from the website-it's barebones, you aren't going to get anything from admissions office (they're salespeople is how I like to think of it). You really won't get the info you need unless you talk to a student or come to the nursing dept orientation after you're accepted--which I'm sure you will be.

This is another reason why I chose Bauder to apply to because of the Kaplan testing. I have only heard great things about their books, exams, and methods. I know people who have had Kaplan test prep throughout and they passed the NCLEX on the first try. And at this point I am just going with the flow and just looking towards my future as far as my career goes. And I am glad that there are people like you that attend Bauder and just nursing schools in general here on this allnurses forum because talking to people in it has been very helpful. Thanks so much

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