Gram Stain

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1. FIU Accelerated program Spring 2018

   Gram Stain replied to LexRNBSN's topic in School Programs

   For my first bachelor's I graduated with a GPA of like 3.2. But I aced all my prereqs and got a really good TEAS score and got accepted, so take that as you will!

2. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

   Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

   Hello! I can’t speak for everyone in my cohort, but there have been quite a few of us who found work immediately after graduation. For me, I landed a nurse residency at a large regional hospital about two months after graduating. The interview was s...

3. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

   Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

   Hello, We're actually graduating tomorrow, which is insane to think about because this whole endeavor has lasted a little more than one year. To answer your questions: Correct, we're assigned our professors and class schedules for each semester. I'...

4. FIU ABSN 2019

   Gram Stain replied to Melrosewood's topic in School Programs

   Last year I got an application confirmation on August 25th. That time will vary depending on their internal processes, though.

5. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

   Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

   Only people who would know the actual average would be the admissions staff. However, I do know that 85 and up is considered to be a competitive score. Volunteer work and a solid interview can help bolster your chances, though.

6. FIU ABSN 2019

   Gram Stain replied to Melrosewood's topic in School Programs

   Our program started during the second week of December if I remember correctly. We had a two week boot camp for Fundamentals during which we practiced clinical skills and procedures in the simulation lab and did self-directed studying for a pass/fail...

7. FIU ABSN 2019

   Gram Stain replied to Melrosewood's topic in School Programs

   I applied to UM's ABSN program and Miami-Dade's ASN three semester program. Both accepted me. FIU was my first choice because A) it's a really good school and B) the cost of attendance is $14k versus $40k at UM (OUCH!). Dade was my backup because I w...

8. FIU ABSN 2019

   Gram Stain replied to Melrosewood's topic in School Programs

   Questions are good! I'll start from the top. Your TEAS score is excellent and your GPA is pretty good too. For reference, I came out of my first Batchelor's with a 3.11. I scored all As for my prereqs and got a 91.3 on my TEAS. That, plus 75 volunte...

9. FIU ABSN 2019

   Gram Stain replied to Melrosewood's topic in School Programs

   Hi there! Very cool to see the next batch of applicants start a conversation. I'm in the current 2018 cohort that's about halfway through the program. Please feel free to ask any questions and I'll be happy to answer to the best of my ability.

10. FIU Accelerated program Spring 2018

    Gram Stain replied to LexRNBSN's topic in School Programs

    The program starts with a two-week mini term in the Fall for fundamentals, which is meant to prep you with essential skills and knowledge needed for clinicals. Then, in the spring, you take 19 credits split among five lectures and a clinical lab. To ...

11. FIU Accelerated program Spring 2018

    Gram Stain replied to LexRNBSN's topic in School Programs

    Unfortunately, prominent scholarships are really hard to come by for second bachelor's degrees. Most of my cohort and I are relying on either government student loans (if they didnt use up their lifetime max during their first bachelor's) or private ...

12. FIU Accelerated program Spring 2018

    Gram Stain replied to LexRNBSN's topic in School Programs

    Hello! We're wrapping up our first semester this week with nine (you heard right) finals lol. So far I can tell you that the program is quite rigorous, and you'll definitely need to get your work-life balance in order if you want to succeed. Don't l...

13. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

    Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

    It's definitely a mix. Some people are taking out loans, others are using personal savings, a small group are continuing to work, and still others are financing through the Bank of Mom/Dad. That aspect will be entirely up to you/your bank/ and Uncle ...

14. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

    Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

    Hello! We're about three months into the program and so far I can say the courseload is pretty heavy. However, it's very manageable. The content itself is not difficult - there's just a lot to remember. We have some really wonderful faculty that are...

15. FIU Accelerated Option 2018

    Gram Stain replied to Gram Stain's topic in School Programs

    Feel free to ask any other questions!