Let's face it and ADN program is just a BSN with out all the general education classes. All things created equal it is a technical-skill based career. It doesn't matter BSN or another general bachelor's you are just taking another 2 years of "fuff"...
I am just polling for opinions and nursing school acceptance experience. I have researched ADN, BSN & Direct Entry Master's programs and have arrived at the conclusion that I want to go either the ADN route or the accelerated BSN route (I have a...
I am in the same boat as you, I have a 2.95 GPA etc. from my bachelor's. I was told most Direct Entry Master's have an average of 300 apps for only 30-40 slots, with most applicants having a 3.4 average GPA. It is kinda discouraging, but I think th...
I would say go for the bachelor's nothing wrong with the ADN, but if you already have 2 years under your belt, it seems like you would just be doubling up on classes. You will have to complete 2 years anyways, why not get the bachelor's? If you eve...
It is too soon but eventually this fall I would be in the market for a roomie due to nursing school. Try roommates.com or easy roommate.com. There are tons of Chicago people looking for roommates, most of them are available now. Good luck! Kim
Yeah I think that is my problem, I live right in the heart of downtown Chicago and there about 4 accelerated programs, 2 direct entry Master's programs and and with the surrounding Chicago suburbs 10 different ADN programs (all whom have about the sa...
Hi all, I am finally taking my prereqs. I am really excited, but really nervous that getting into a nursing program will be hard. I have a bachelor's in finance from DePaul University but my GPA was so so 2.9 on a 4.0 scale. I also struggled and d...
I want to thank everyone for all their advice on nursing programs, you all have been so helpful etc......Now my concern is, I went on to step 2, I spoke to various friends of friends who are RN's. They have told me nothing but negative things about...
kimmathis14 replied to Louisepug's topic in Career Support
Lonna, I would try Truman College (One of the city colleges) in Uptown. The only other colleges in the city that might have the CNA classes are Malcolm X (1900 W. Van Buren) or Daley College near midway airport. I am planning on taking my prereqs @...
kimmathis14 replied to alphafe's topic in Career Support
Ok who is this joker Larry????? I have seen nothing but positivity on this baord!!! Rude, rude, rude, nice manners buddy. I agree, I love that quote "Never too late, unless you are pushing up petunias!." Remember tomorrow is another chance to tur...
kimmathis14 replied to Louisepug's topic in Career Support
Hi there, I too am a fellow 30 year old Chicagoan looking to get into nursing. I have been overwhelmed with advice/opinions about nursing schools and the job itself. I am a little overwhelmed and confused about things but my advice to you is star...
Also does anyone else on this board have any knowledge of Rush University/Hospital in Chicago? I heard a little rumor that they pay fyour tuition if you work there after completing their program. I am wondering if that is true?? Thanks. I am full o...
Sorry guys I know this sounds repetitive, I appreciate being directed to all the prior ADN vs. BSN posts. The question I am posing to you now is, if you have an unrelated bachelors and go back for an ADN (the path I am leaning towards), does it hol...
:roll Hello everyone. My name is Kim I am a 30 year old currently working in finance as an analyst in Chicago. I completed my bachelor's in business....it took me 8 years but I did it in night school. Only problem is I am not happy!! I am not di...
Hello all, sorry about all the posts today from me, but I do have a question for this forum. I am pretty confident about my ability to get through school etc. (Hoping I get in, I don't want to jinx that, the count the chicken before the egg thing)....