Umass Amherst Second Degree - Fall 2013

valeenal · Mar 23, 2013

I just got my acceptance as well. I'm on the fence between UMass and getting an ADN in my state. I'm thinking UMass will be my best option. I've read that it's really hard but I'm prepared for it. Plus, it's one of the cheaper ABSN programs out there.

kmp23 · Mar 23, 2013

Yeah thats one reason the cost is so much cheaper than other schools. Do you know exactly what tuition and the program cost? I haven't had the chance to call or anything. If the location was near a city it would be a done deal but its hard to get to from airports.

valeenal · Mar 23, 2013

The program cost that I found is:

Tuition is $29,640,

Registration fee is $225

Health Insurance is $3420

Books, Uniforms, Misc is $6179

I haven't factored in room and board yet. The airport situation might be a bit sticky. But the way I see it, it's only 17 months of seclusion from friends and family.

nantots · Mar 26, 2013

hello! I also recently got my acceptance letter. I'm kind of on the fence since I live on the west coast and the airport situation was a turn off. It seems shuttle is the best choice, but one of the services costs $48 one way and the other didn't list their prices. :\

jess174 · Mar 27, 2013

I got accepted for the Fall 2013 cohort at Umass Amherst as well! Anyone from Los Angeles?

kmp23 · Mar 27, 2013

Yeah I just talked to a family friend who went to Amherst, she says to fly into Hartford, Conn and drive 45 to the school...Thats the best/easiest way.

kmp23 · Mar 27, 2013

Jess- Nope sorry! From the Fort Lauderdale area in FL

valeenal · Mar 27, 2013

Hi Jess, I'm a born and raised Angelino but I recently moved to the east coast. Are you planning on choosing Amherst?

kmp23 · Mar 28, 2013

Valeenal- hey I just noticed my comment didn't post, wanted to say thank you for looking up tuition and stuff!

jess174 · Mar 28, 2013

Hello!

Yes, I will be attending Amherst. I am a bit overwhelmed regarding housing. Where on the east coast are you living?

valeenal · Mar 30, 2013

I live in Vermont, about two and a half hours away from Amherst. I'm going to look for an apartment when I go down for orientation. I really don't want to commute every day.