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Anyone out there have info on the school in Arecibo, PR? It is a 24 month program that begins in August.

I'd love to hear anything, thanks.

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World traveling Yogi, When you say "used Kaplan" what does that mean? I have seen it in a few post throughout the thread and I'm not quite sure what that means? Do we have to take extra classes there in order to get our license in California? Or is that just a school to take the test through? Sorry if these have been answered but I don't recall reading it. Thanks,Veronica. * my status: I'm waiting for E to email me back about the application but in the mean time I will be submitting my app this week to Inter. I hope I get it!

World traveling Yogi, When you say "used Kaplan" what does that mean? I have seen it in a few post throughout the thread and I'm not quite sure what that means? Do we have to take extra classes there in order to get our license in California? Or is that just a school to take the test through? Sorry if these have been answered but I don't recall reading it. Thanks,Veronica. * my status: I'm waiting for E to email me back about the application but in the mean time I will be submitting my app this week to Inter. I hope I get it!

Kaplan is just of one of the many, many tools out there that help you pass the NCLEX. Some people just buy books like Saunders or Linda LaCharity's Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment otherwise know as PDA. And there are tons and tons of other books. Then there are pricey online programs like Kaplan and the Hurst Review. The Hurst Review is 300 or 250 with a code and Kaplan is 500. I am doing the Hurst Review now and then I will do Kaplan. Yes it is excessive but I only want to take the NCLEX once.

No mater what state you sit for when you take the NCLEX the classes are exactly the same. Each state has a different fee and different requirements like CA requires fingerprints, AZ requires an English language test coming from PR, etc but all the classes you take are the same. Many people in PR get licensed through Wisconsin because they are the cheapest, the fastest, require the least amount of extra stuff and are one of the compact states. And these days with very few hospitals hiring new grads it is good to be able to up and move anywhere there is a job. So I will get licensed through WI and then convert it to where ever I get a job.

But no need yet to worry about the NCLEX at this early stage in the game.

Oh ok I understand now. Thanks!! Great info. Ya I'm really early in this journey. I'm planning on going to PR in May to check out the school and get some help applying and registering. From what it sounds like on this site, I need to go down in person for quick results. Thanks again for all the info!

I would definitely try to help people if I get to go.

I've been checking into plane tickets and am planning on going to check it out sometime between March and May.

If you go in late March, let me know! We could do some investigating together. I will be there the 20th to April 3rd.

Kelly

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for newer members on this thread, i am a nursing student at the inter, about to finish the second trimester. i will try getting on here often to check and answer questions, help out as much as i can :)

to the previous poster that had a few questions. i did not come here initially with my "spouse" but my (now ex) boyfriend did end up moving here and it did not work out, he couldn't find a job. he had over two years restaurant experience and even had the head chef put in a good word personally but nada. but just because he didn't have any luck doesn't mean you wont, but unfortunately, it is a little difficult.

as far as the application goes, i applied online at: https://ssb.inter.edu:8000/prod/bwskalog.p_disploginnon

hope that helps

edited to add: the inter also has an amazing honors program that covers 12 credits of your tuition. if that is something that interest you, there are additional requirements but so far, it's been a huge help!

for newer members on this thread, i am a nursing student at the inter, about to finish the second trimester. i will try getting on here often to check and answer questions, help out as much as i can :)to the previous poster that had a few questions. i did not come here initially with my "spouse" but my (now ex) boyfriend did end up moving here and it did not work out, he couldn't find a job. he had over two years restaurant experience and even had the head chef put in a good word personally but nada. but just because he didn't have any luck doesn't mean you wont, but unfortunately, it is a little difficult.as far as the application goes, i applied online at: https://ssb.inter.edu:8000/prod/bwskalog.p_disploginnonhope that helpsedited to add: the inter also has an amazing honors program that covers 12 credits of your tuition. if that is something that interest you, there are additional requirements but so far, it's been a huge help!
bella, i'm sorry to hear that about you ex. that's what i am worried about. at this point i'm leaning toward going alone, school will be hard enough without having to worry about his happiness as well. it might be best for both of us. right now i'm getting my finances together and i hope i can get in to the accelerated associates program but i don't have a bach. i have all my generals done though. thanks again for the info. veronica
I would definitely try to help people if I get to go.I've been checking into plane tickets and am planning on going to check it out sometime between March and May.
If you go in May let me know :) have you sent in your application already. I think I want to handle all the paperwork in person. I'm a little weary about sending all my paperwork through mail, in case it gets "lost" or something. Veronica

edited to add: the inter also has an amazing honors program that covers 12 credits of your tuition. if that is something that interest you, there are additional requirements but so far, it's been a huge help!

hey belle,

thank you for coming on here! i know we all appreciate it! what additional requirements are there for the honors program?

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Veronica, well I'm honestly glad it's over haha. I didn't have my bachelors but I did take over 20 credits needed for the accelerated program June and July before the program started. All I had to finish the Inter's requirements were two Spanish classes. I manage to get through with a combo of student loans, grants and the honors scholarship.

For the honors program you either have to enter as a first year student or have 30 credits at the school. You need a 3.9 to get the full scholarship and I think it's a 3.7 and the program will pay half. You need to attend two honors event per trimester (some are really interesting- but in Spanish). Volunteer work is also encouraged. You also have to take two honors courser per year, there is one professor who is great and it's more of a seminar type class than a lecture with tests.

Veronica, well I'm honestly glad it's over haha. I didn't have my bachelors but I did take over 20 credits needed for the accelerated program June and July before the program started. All I had to finish the Inter's requirements were two Spanish classes. I manage to get through with a combo of student loans, grants and the honors scholarship.

For the honors program you either have to enter as a first year student or have 30 credits at the school. You need a 3.9 to get the full scholarship and I think it's a 3.7 and the program will pay half. You need to attend two honors event per trimester (some are really interesting- but in Spanish). Volunteer work is also encouraged. You also have to take two honors courser per year, there is one professor who is great and it's more of a seminar type class than a lecture with tests.

Thank you for that info!!!

Veronica, well I'm honestly glad it's over haha. I didn't have my bachelors but I did take over 20 credits needed for the accelerated program June and July before the program started. All I had to finish the Inter's requirements were two Spanish classes. I manage to get through with a combo of student loans, grants and the honors scholarship.For the honors program you either have to enter as a first year student or have 30 credits at the school. You need a 3.9 to get the full scholarship and I think it's a 3.7 and the program will pay half. You need to attend two honors event per trimester (some are really interesting- but in Spanish). Volunteer work is also encouraged. You also have to take two honors courser per year, there is one professor who is great and it's more of a seminar type class than a lecture with tests.
Belle, When it comes time to start dealing with loans and financial aid do you mind if I reach out to you for help/advice? That is the part I am most unsure about. Where my money will come from? And what needs to be in order before I make my visit and register and before I move. ThanksVeronica
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