sinbadx81

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1. Penn/Jefferson/ Villanova Chances

   sinbadx81 replied to futurebsn23's topic in Pennsylvania

   Some of the programs can evaluate your transcript if you send them to admissions. I believe Villanova and Jefferson will do that. Penn didn't prior to sending my application, but you can try. You definitely have a chance at all three, but it will com...

2. 2013 Cohort TJU FACT Students!!!

   sinbadx81 replied to skojtari's topic in Pennsylvania

   There's a FB page here with some discussion going on already: facebook.com/groups/136473419853406/ OR search "Jefferson FACT Class of 2013-2014"

3. Win $100! February 2013 Caption Contest

   sinbadx81 replied to Joe V's topic in Announcements

   "I hate the ones with maternal issues."

4. Jefferson FACT 2013/2014

   sinbadx81 replied to ARJZ's topic in Pennsylvania

   Looks like orientation is on May 13th. Can't wait for an official schedule.

5. Changing career to nursing at 25 - looking for programs in Pittsburgh

   sinbadx81 replied to klc220's topic in Pennsylvania

   Maybe you should try shadowing a nurse or working as a CNA (certified nurse assistant) before jumping into another degree. That way you can be a little more certain before making the move. Working as a CNA would be low pay, but the experience could h...

6. Jefferson FACT 2013/2014

   sinbadx81 replied to ARJZ's topic in Pennsylvania

   I've created a Facebook group. Please join! facebook.com/groups/136473419853406/ OR search "Jefferson FACT Class of 2013-2014"

7. Jefferson FACT 2013/2014

   sinbadx81 replied to ARJZ's topic in Pennsylvania

   Hi everyone, I'll also be starting FACT this spring. Anyone know if a Facebook page has been started? Looking forward to meeting you all. Will you guys be going to the reception and dinner events? I know I will be.

8. Villanova BSNExpress, Drexel ACE, or Jeff APW? Help!

   sinbadx81 replied to Gingermetimbers's topic in Pennsylvania

   I went with Jeff because I can commute by train into the city. I kind of liked Villanova's service-oriented mindset and it seemed like a solid program, but Villanova simply required more driving time for me. It was a tough choice though. I don't seem...

9. Villanova BSNExpress, Drexel ACE, or Jeff APW? Help!

   sinbadx81 replied to Gingermetimbers's topic in Pennsylvania

   I also had a few bad correspondence experiences with one individual at Villanova. It didn't play a role in my decision (people like that will be in any institution). Jeff and Villanova came up about equal for me so I went with the one that was a more...

10. Overview Penn (Accelerated), Jefferson (FACT), Villanova (BSNExpress), Drexel (ACE)

    sinbadx81 replied to sinbadx81's topic in Pennsylvania

    Thanks for the info hopefulnurse. Good to know about the Perkins Loan - I hadn't heard about it and the fact that it's forgivable. Good luck on getting in to all your schools and with your decision.

11. Overview Penn (Accelerated), Jefferson (FACT), Villanova (BSNExpress), Drexel (ACE)

    sinbadx81 replied to sinbadx81's topic in Pennsylvania

    The job placement rates there are from the interviews I had with each school (Drexel has no interview and I hadn't interviewed with Penn yet). It was also mentioned at Jeff that although there is time for externships they dissuade you from it. The ...

12. Villanova BSNExpress, Drexel ACE, or Jeff APW? Help!

    sinbadx81 replied to Gingermetimbers's topic in Pennsylvania

    3.6 in my first BA. 4.0 in sciences and all prereqs. 3.3 should probably be competitive. I think if you feel your other grades aren't up to snuff, you can prove yourself elsewhere - hospital volunteering, part-time work in a healthcare setting, leade...

13. Villanova BSNExpress, Drexel ACE, or Jeff APW? Help!

    sinbadx81 replied to Gingermetimbers's topic in Pennsylvania

    Whit, what in particular led you to choose Villanova?

14. Overview Penn (Accelerated), Jefferson (FACT), Villanova (BSNExpress), Drexel (ACE)

    sinbadx81 replied to sinbadx81's topic in Pennsylvania

    I found this in the Sept. 12, 2012 chat transcript which hints at need-based aid though not "no-loan" per se. filomena(FilomenaAdmissions): Anthony, the tuition for the BSN portion is approx 95K, please note financial aid is available and it is ba...

15. Overview Penn (Accelerated), Jefferson (FACT), Villanova (BSNExpress), Drexel (ACE)

    sinbadx81 replied to sinbadx81's topic in Pennsylvania

    Yes, that's true. The info is dated so I guess that would be a good question for the interview just to make sure.