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Jul 28, 2005 01:30 PM

Advice on nursing school


Anyone have any ideas as to how one would go about nursing school....? I want to eventually get my BSN...maybe even my MSN.......but I have no money....I've even thought of being a medical asst. to help pay for school.....or go to school to be an LPN and do it that way????? *screams* I need help!!!!

Any adivce??

Thanks

Kristin


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from sunnyjohn
Old Jul 28, 2005, 02:01 PM

Financial aid will cover alot of your school expenses. Fill out that FAFSA early and see what you are eligible for. Get to know the financial aid people at your college. Often they will be able to point you to sources you had not thought of.

Loans are available for study. There are various types to suit all income levels and credit situations.

Nursing schools will often have a list of scholarships available to students

Get a job in a hospital as a CNA, Unit secretary, or in the cafeteria, anywhere they will take you! Pick the hospital with the best tuition reimbursement and tuition payment plan. Many hospitals will pay the tuition of employees who will potentially fill the ranks.

See it there is a "hospital association" in your area. Often local hospitals in an area form an informal group and may offer scholarships and aid.

Check out national nursing and student nursing organizations for funding. Check with your state BON.

Good luck, FInding the money is hard, but it is worth it!
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Old Jul 28, 2005, 05:33 PM

Thanks so much!! Thats a big help!!
Kristin
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from suzanne4
Old Jul 28, 2005, 05:44 PM

Very good advice that was offered to you by the above poster, especially if you are available to work.
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