gnomik79

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1. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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, best of luck to you guys! I remember how excited ...

2. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 don't even know what my clinicals schedule will be l...

3. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 0630-0430 second day a week. To dachlewis: We started with...

4. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 think they have "evening" clinicals. All clinical...

5. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 overwhelming at times but you get used to the fast ...

6. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 condition and usually sell them back on half.com fo...

7. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 duration of the exam. It's super easy to do (you just ...

8. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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. I'm pretty small and the extra small size of the z...

9. National University San Diego

   gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

   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 your financial aid kicks in, they usually reverse...

10. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    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 sure if you will be using Fin Aid or paying your ow...

11. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    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 each class - although you can always try to switch i...

12. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    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 email. In fact, many of them will give you their cel...

13. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    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 scholarships available, if you have time for those of course...

14. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    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 alone costs me $700/month. So, yes, by the time I gra...

15. National University San Diego

    gnomik79 replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

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