gnomik79

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1. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   Congrats to all of you who just had your orientation! I can't believe that exactly one year ago today (Feb 13), I had my orientation! Seems as if it was just yesterday; how fast the time goes! So,...

2. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   Hahaha, yes, sorry guys, it WAS a typo! I should have said 0630 AM - 0430 PM instead. Sorry if I confused anyone. Well, just now we actually got an email that our days/times may change, so now I...

3. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   To 9fingers: So, I guess I need to correct myself and say that THERE ARE in fact "PM" shift clinicals since I am about to be in one next month! :) Mine run from 1230-2230 one day a week, and...

4. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   Switching is allowed: as long as you find someone to switch with. Our cohort did have a Sat/Sun clinical rotation for one class so far, so those weekend clinicals are not offered often. And I don't...

5. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   It's all about time management and your study habits. You have to find the right balance. Some people need to study for hours, others need to do a quick overview and they're fine. The program is...

6. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   I personally buy all my textbooks mostly from www.half.com or ebay and sometimes amazon or Barnes and Noble, depending on where I could find it the cheapest. I mostly buy used book that are in good...

7. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   As far as the laptops go, although they are helpful in class, many people do just fine without them. You will need one to take your exams on but you can always borrow it from the school for the...

8. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   Not really. You will have plenty of time to get that done when you start school. And yes, 32G should be plenty. I personally ordered a scrub top with buttons in the back and then the "zip up" one....

9. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

   I got my ipod for like $320 or something but I think it was 18G, it was the "medium-priced" one, so I'd go for the $299 probably too. I don't know when exactly they apply the late fees but as soon as...

10. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    They don't really require immediate payments but they may assess $25 late fees. Some people wait till they owe for like 2 classes and they pay it at once - they won't drop you for non-payment. Not...

11. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    Typically, each clinical group consists of 7-10 people. However, in your very first class (Health Assessment) you may have a bit more people. And you will not be with the same group of people for...

12. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Aaron, I am also in Cohort 18. Although you are expected to do a lot of learning on your own, the instructors are generally available for questions/concerns, either after class or by phone or...

13. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    You mean, you don't qualify for grants? Or for Stafford loans either? Well, you can try private student loans through lenders like Wells Fargo or Chase. And then there are always a ton of...

14. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    I personally did take some extra loans for living expenses because I had to quit my full time job. I have a toddler at home and he is a handful, so it's like having a part time job. His daycare...

15. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    Well, actually some people in my cohort have Saturday & Sunday clinical rotations. So, you are not even safe on weekends