Thomas Jefferson FACT Program

Hi, I will also be starting the FACT program with you! I don't know that much about the program either. Its frustrating at times, b/c I am from out of state and I am trying to plan my living suitation and how much everything will cost. Have you received any orientation materials yet? Congrats on getting accepted!

I graduated from the FACT program. You'll have 24 hours a week of clinical plus the classroom load. The schedule will vary - the reason you haven't been given a schedule is that they're probably still trying to finish the schedule. You'll have 4 12 week quarters with a week break between each.

Nothing that's covered is very hard in and of itself - it's the pace that'll get you. The best advice I can give is don't fall behind in your studies, thinking you'll catch up later - there is no later.
They really try to help you - they have a very high graduation rate (it was still 100% when I graduated - I don't know if that's still true) and a very high NCLEX first-time pass rate (also 100% when I graduated.)
Oh, and be flexible - the program always seems to be disorganized. Times will change, locations will change - often with next to no warning. If you let it bother you, you'll still have to make the changes, plus you'll raise your blood pressure.
No school can adequately prepare you for a career in nursing, but it'll prepare you to get started, which is about all you can ask.

Hey everyone,

By any chance, has anyone here had an interview for the FACT program at Jefferson?? I have one in 2 days!!! but don't know what to expect... If anyone can help me out with questions or tips in general, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks.

Hi all -

Now, I realize this forum is about a year old, but I was hoping to get some information from people who have gone through or are going through the FACT program now. I was accepted and start in May...I've been in touch with a handful of applicants/acceptees on a FACT '08 forum on here as well. My main concern at the moment is about housing. Do a lot of FACT students live on campus? Does anyone feel like it was easier for on (or around)-campus students to commute from class to clinicals, etc? Which housing options do most students choose? After speaking with a housing administrator on the phone, she made it sound like most FACT students are requesting studio or 1 and 2 BR apartments --- which I cannot afford. I am more interested in the economical options, which she warned they might not be able to place me! I have the option of commuting from south jersey but I'd like to live on/near campus if I can stay under a certain $$/month. Is this housing person I talked to correct? Does anyone know FACT students that lived in the 3 and 4 person apts or even the dorm-style housing? I know, this sounds like a pretty insignificant concern... it's not about the nature of the coursework, or scholarships, or the profession. But I'm really trying to plan this out. Any information would be helpful!