MGH Institute of Health Professions

I'm sure over the next few months there will LOTS of information sent! I'm super excited as well that we will be the first class, but in the same sense a little nervous because the program is so new. I know a few people that were in the same position with being the first class somewhere and it not being recognized although it was accredited. But I'm sure we will be fine! I attended Lambuth University in TN. and you?

Oh okay, I understand. I am super excited as well that we are the first class, it should be mighty interesting. I wonder how the class will be. Did you get an e-mail today about them extending the start date to May 19? Also I went to Lambuth Univ. in Jackson, Tn. Where did you go?

Lol, sorry about the double reply, I didn't see the second page. I do not know anyone that applied. Do you? I have a feeling this particular class is going to be huge. But the more the merrier!!!

Hi BostonRNtobe,

Congrats on being accepted! I'm not sure how the schedule works or how long to actual clinical is. I would hope that it wouldn't be be that far into the semester though. However, its a lot better than waiting 2 years to start clinicals. Where did you attend college?

See you there!
Adrienne

Hi Katester,

Congrats on being accepted! The cost is super expensive, but this was the only program where I could get my RN in 14 months and didn't have to take the GRE. So when I put those things together it was my only option.

I (personally) don't think you are wasting your time because in any of the direct entry programs your first 2 years or so are focused on basic RN skills, then from there you focus on your ANP specialty. However, on the otherside of the things, I know someone also pursuing their ANP and she did the direct-entry route. She went full time during the first 2 years, then worked as a RN while finishing her degree part time. There are just so many options when considering this.

I too know your struggle personally. I have a 6 month old daughter that obviously has needs. And I know when I do enter school, I will be unable to work for those 14 months. So when I think I can't afford to do it, I soon realize that I can't afford not to. Luckily the school offered me a pretty generous scholarship. But I will be factoring in living expenses when I apply for a loan.

Where else did you apply?

Anyway, I say definitely do what makes you happy. In the end you are still going to have to pay off something so why not go with your first choice (whatever that may be). Good luck with everything and I hope to see you at MGHIHP!!!! )

Hi Katester,

Congrats on being accepted! The cost is super expensive, but this was the only program where I could get my RN in 14 months and didn't have to take the GRE. So when I put those things together it was my only option.

I (personally) don't think you are wasting your time because in any of the direct entry programs your first 2 years or so are focused on basic RN skills, then from there you focus on your ANP specialty. However, on the otherside of the things, I know someone also pursuing their ANP and she did the direct-entry route. She went full time during the first 2 years, then worked as a RN while finishing her degree part time. There are just so many options when considering this.

I too know your struggle personally. I have a 6 month old daughter that obviously has needs. And I know when I do enter school, I will be unable to work for those 14 months. So when I think I can't afford to do it, I soon realize that I can't afford not to. Luckily the school offered me a pretty generous scholarship. But I will be factoring in living expenses when I apply for a loan.

Where else did you apply?

Anyway, I say definitely do what makes you happy. In the end you are still going to have to pay off something so why not go with your first choice (whatever that may be). Good luck with everything!!!!