SUNY Downstate- where to live?

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I have been accepted into the Accelerated BSN program at SUNY Downstate beginning this summer. I will be moving to NYC from out of state and was wondering if anyone could give me some information/advice about where to live while attending Downstate...I am a young female and I know that the area around the school is not particularly safe. Is it realistic to live somewhere like Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, or Prospect Heights and safely travel to and from the school? About how long would the commute on the subway be? Does the campus offer any transportation to the subway stations at night? Any advice would be appreciated!

FYI ladies (and gents) I recieved my letter, sorry to say its not good news :crying2:. Downstate was my first choice but from what I understand they get 500 applications and only take between 50 - 60 students. However, I did get accepted at NYU's accelerated program, its more $$$$ than Downstate, which I hate but what can you do??? Good Luck to all still waiting!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry to hear. But good Luck at NYU. I am really trying to avoid that big loan to. But what can you do? LOl.

All the best! Am still waiting

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Iclarke05,

I can't remember what was the date to send my check by, but the deadline for health clearance was April 1st. Also, the date to complete the forms for financial aid was March 1st.

Don't loose hope though, we'll keep our fingers crossed for you!

Blackhorizon,

Sorry you didn't get into Downstate's program, but hey you'll be able to tell everyone in 15 months that you are a NYU graduate! :yeah:

I have heard many great things about their program and how helpful the professors and clinical instructors are. Their tuition is the only bummer, but nowadays many hospitals will repay your nursing school loans once you start working for them.

Everything happens for a reason, I am sure you will like their program and once you're done with your BSN you won't be able to imagine if it went any other way!

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