Dorothea hopfer

U.S.A. New York

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Hi everyone!I am applying to the fall 2012 nursing program at Dorothea Hopfer and have been searching for reviews,I haven't found much, so if any one has graduated from or is currently attending Dorothea Hopfer I'd love to hear your experience their as a student.Thank you!

Kevin!

It was nice meeting you! and to everyone else who is reading this :) Can't wait to get to know each one of you along the two years we have together

But I agree, I definitely know I made the right decision to attend Hopfer!

I'm finishing my first semester at Hopfer. I am thinking back to the first test and clinical and can't believe the amount of progress I have made and the skills learned. I think you will be hard pressed to find an evening program that is more convenient (2 nights per week + Saturday clinical). The school is NLN accredited and the most recent graduating class had a 100% NCLEX pass rate, which is directly correlated to the faculty's dedication. We have approx. 35 students in the class with roughly 1/3 being male. I work full time and it has been very manageable, but you need to create a routine. Many students (including myself) travel from Queens and pay the toll to attend the school. It's only 15 minutes north of the Whitestone Bridge. Clinicals are held at Sound Shore Hospital. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!

For anyone considering applying to or attending Hopfer - all I can say is: DO IT! I was once in your shoes reading allnurses.com and there weren't many posts on Hopfer, so I was unsure. What ultimately made me choose Hopfer was the admissions staff were so friendly and helpful. Then I saw the nursing 2 professor speak at the open house and I was sold at her passion and enthusiasm. I took the chance by applying, got in and I am so happy I did. Hopfer is a great school with GREAT professors. Honestly, the professors in my opinion are what makes a school. The professors at Hopfer are always there to help whether about school or personal issues. They are dedicated to the students and love their jobs which can be seen through their teaching. I have learned so much this past year and couldn't be happier with my decision. I am in the day program, work PT - it is definitely hard, but don't let anyone scare you because if your heart is in it it is definitely manageable with hard work and dedication. Another great thing about Hopfer is that you are thrown into the clinical setting right away which is nervewracking at first, but allows you to become a much stronger nurse in the end. I can honestly say that Hopfer has made me become more professional, passionate and a more well-rounded student and individual.

Congrats to everyone entering Hopfer. I am graduating this May and can only say the 2 years fly by. there is a ton of reading and it does get overwhelming at times, but dont get discouraged. The staff was always available and eager to do their best to help us through. Good Luck to everyone and welcome to Nursing!

One semester down 3 to go! I am so happy I took the chance to apply. I work full time so the evening session is working out fine for me. I travel from Queens, so yes it can be done. It is very important not to fall behind on your reading, and try not to miss lab or clinicals. They take their paperwork seriously so just get it done. Although it can be stressful, I had a great 1st semester. Professors are very helpful. Nursing 1 Prof. is wonderful!! The Dean believe it or not is very helpful one on one especially with calculation and dosage. So far I must say it has been an overall great experience. If you are starting Nursing 1 take advantage of the open lab. It really helps a lot. I am looking forward to starting Nursing 2 BUT before I do, I am looking forward to having a SPECTACULAR summer!!

Specializes in Hematology/Oncology.

Wow, so glad to hear all the positive feedback from you guys. I'm blessed to say I made it into Hopfer for Jan 2014 Spring admission...and I'm sooo happy! Just curious to know, are thier any evening students that came in with ALL the general ed classes completed? Left ONLY with NUR classes to complete?

What was your work load like and schedule, apose to having other courses to maintain outside of the NUR courses? I know your all busy, I appreciate it...

Congrats Mrscombocurlz, I was accepted for Spring 2014 as well and I'm super excited!! I'm missing microbiology, and I'm hoping to take it during the summer. How many prerequisites have you completed?

Specializes in Hematology/Oncology.
Congrats Mrscombocurlz I was accepted for Spring 2014 as well and I'm super excited!! I'm missing microbiology, and I'm hoping to take it during the summer. How many prerequisites have you completed?[/quote']

Congratulations!!!!!!! I've finished ALL pre-reqs...I just have to complete NURS 1-4.

It's nice to hear from other students that have been excepted for the Spring 2014 semester. I'm extremely anxious to begin. I also completed all my pre-requisites for the program. I was curious how the schedule would be being that I only have to complete NURS 1 through 4 and possibly nutrition.

Specializes in Hematology/Oncology.
It's nice to hear from other students that have been excepted for the Spring 2014 semester. I'm extremely anxious to begin. I also completed all my pre-requisites for the program. I was curious how the schedule would be being that I only have to complete NURS 1 through 4 and possibly nutrition.

If your for "EVENINGS"...Classes are on Tuesday and Wednesdays. It can be 2 weekdays; or 3 weekdays (not counting (Sat) for clinical's).

One day is 4 hours of lecture (Tues), the other is 2hr lab & 2 hr lecture (Wed). Or, instead of taking BOTH on (Wed) you can opt to take your 2hr lab on (Thurs) instead, if you choose to split them. Clinical's are on Saturdays (7am-4pm)

I'm going for Tues/Wed only...I'll already be there, why not! And congrats to you...

Was anyone placed on the waiting list for the Spring 2014 semester? also for those who were accepted what date is your deposit due?

Hi Everyone,

I am a current 2nd term student at Hopfer (now Montefiore School of Nursing). Let me know if you have any questions. I understand the anxiety that comes with this process.

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