Opinions on Kaplan...

Jul 17, 2008 05:45 PM

by panels1105

Hello, i just recently registered at Kaplan university for the LPN program starting in August. Not my first choice institution, but i am really sick of school and cannot be put on a never-ending wait list at Bryan or SCC. I eventually want to continue on to get a BSN, having almost all my pre-req's completed. Was this a stupid move? I am now hearing a number of bad things about Kaplan that is making me second guess myself. I know they are accredited but has anyone ever heard of any problems in transfering classes to other schools? On top of all of that they are REALLY expensive too? 22k for an LPN degree? I feel like they are using the fact that they have no wait list as an excuse to jack up the price because of the convenience.

loveanesthesia · Aug 08, 2008, 07:36 AM

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Maybe this is late, but that is way too much for tuition, although I really don't know anything about the program. I do know that the waiting lists at the RN program are usually not as long as they seem. You usually will move up quicker than what they tell you is the start date. I think you will regret spending 22K on the LPN, unless you have a rich uncle and money is no object. It will take you a long time to repay that on a LPN salary, and could actually slow you down to getting your RN and BSN. If you are sure you want the RN, go for that.

natrgrrl · Aug 10, 2008, 02:17 PM

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By pre-reqs, do you mean Anatomy, Physiology, Algebra, Chemestry, Ethics, etc.? If you already have your pre-reqs done from somewhere other than Kaplan, you should be ok to go on to get your BSN. I know UNMC has an LPN to BSN program but there are quite a few classes you need to take before you apply.
I don't know how far you are willing to drive but if you have very good grades, you might consider Metropolitan Community College. You shouldn't have any problem getting in if you have a 4.0 in the nursing pre-req classes: Composition I, Intermediate Algebra, College Chemistry, and Human Growth and Development. The deadline for the evening and weekend program is December 1.
Also, 22K is EXTREME, but if you can pay for it and you think it is the best thing for you then jump in and do it. Good luck!

CNAinNeb · Aug 18, 2008, 12:34 AM

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Kaplan lacks NLN accreditation, but it does have state accreditation (thus nothing transfers), and has a horrible pass rate. It would wind up costing you much more for your education if you get your LPN at Kaplan. If you have all you pre-reqs completed, my guess is that you are close to having enough credits for a AS in something. If you have already been rejected from UNMC, I would get an AS from a CC, then apply to Nebraska Methodist College for the ACE program, which costs 28k. Another option is the Clarkson two-year progam. Its still pricey, but a much better way to achieve your long-term goals.

Whoa, shoot! I just realized you must be in Lincoln! But seriously, just come to the Big O to become a Nurse if you don't have family obligations.

Karla.S · Jun 22, 2009, 02:19 AM

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Yeah, I know this was about last year that this was posted but I haven't heard much good news about Kaplan either. WAY overpriced and their credits don't transfer to hardly anywhere. My sister-in-law was going there and spent around $9k for about three semesters or something? I don't know exact numbers you know, but it was rediculous. She quit going there because of the fact that her credit won't transfer. So what did you end up doing then?

jstylist · Jul 15, 2009, 11:20 PM

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hi-
i go to kaplan in Ca and it is a rip off, but worth it so you can start working as an LVN while going for your BSN. its 30k here in CA. so far the only problem i have had with the school is the disorganisation with our schedule and communication between teachers and staff, bu that could just be my school. As far as classes transfereing, most of them will not because its an accelerated program, for instance anatomay and physiology are combined and for pre reqs you have to take each class ssperate, but i did hear that you can always "challenge" the course at another college if they wont give you credit off the bat. hopefully i was some help to you

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