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1. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

   bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts

   One of my friends who is a nurse now uses her iPad mini as a reference when need be. She likes using it, but I don't know if they will let us use them during clinicals, etc...

2. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

   bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced

   Thanks for your feedback - it is definitely comforting to know that you have had positive experiences with students from both programs! I do get the feeling that UMass offers more support to their students in terms of finding a job, preparing for th...

3. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

   bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced

   I was awarded a large scholarship from MGH, so MGH tuition would end up being about $20k less for the whole program. I think I am just torn because UMass had been my first choice. Had I not been awarded the scholarship, it would not be a question. ...

4. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

   bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced

   @BCGradnurse: Thanks for your response! Would you just recommend going with the program that is less expensive then if the output is the same?

5. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

   bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced

   Just to clarify, I'm sure that grads from both programs are awesome as both schools have great reputations. I'm really looking to get a better understanding of the pros/cons of the training provided in each program. I know the UMass requires 1000 h...

6. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

   bosfnp2b posted a topic in Advanced

   Does anyone have any feedback on the quality of students from the direct-entry MSN programs at UMass Worcester (UMass Medical) or MGH IHP? If there are any preceptors out there that can comment on the perceived level of knowledge, experience, prepar...

7. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

   bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

   Do any of you know if health insurance is included in the tuition amounts that they list in the handbook? It says inclusive of all fees...but i'm not sure if health insurance counts as a fee.

8. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

   bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

   Nothing yet - i'm supposed to hear end of this week/early next. Good luck!

9. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

   bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

   So I think the interview went well :) I won't know for sure until the first week of March, and I know that it is a very competetive program, so we shall see... @whatatreat86: I didn't hear until last week and I submitted right before the deadline as ...

10. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

    @DizzyD25 Also, did you have any luck getting in contact with MGH about visiting the campus, etc? I think I am going to see if they will let me come in for a tour, etc. sometime this or next...

11. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

    Sorry - I've been without internet access for a few days. Congrats on your acceptances :) I'm interviewing this week, so fingers crossed! Any pointers for the interview? Did they only cover the questions that were outlined in the confirmation ema...

12. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts

    I live in Boston and share a one bed with my significant other...we pay $1650 + cable/internet & electric and our landlord is increasing rent to $1750 when we move out. This is for ~500 sq ft (small!), but it's in a very convenient location - ba...

13. Simmons FNP Direct Entry 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to rainkissedleaves's topic in Post Graduate

    That's awesome news :) I'm surprised they were able to turn around the decisions so quickly!

14. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

    Yeah it is strange. How quickly do you have to respond to UMW after they give an offer?

15. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate

    Let me know how the visit goes! If I find out any more info on either program I'll share with you, too :)