Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

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I've decided on the Adult/Gero Primary Care track and would really appreciate some input regarding the program, campus, etc at Umass Worcester. I was also accepted at MGH, which was originally my first choice, but am now second guessing my decision. I'm really torn and can't seem to find any information from current and/or previous students regarding Umass. Both programs seem relatively similar... Any insight would be incredibly helpful, THANKS!

Hi guys! Sorry I haven't been on! I'm definitely attending. I've heard nothing but great things about UMW's program. My PCP who has MGH NPs working for her said that UMW is harder than MGH to get into and is an AMAZING school. Has anyone heard? if so what is your decision?? Orientation is in June fyi :D I'm currently looking for apts. Went today to scope out the area and have looked at many units in local condos. We can't advertise for roomates, so if anyone is rooming please PM me. Rumor has it you have to start early to get into safe decent apts.

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Got in for acute care!

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I had my interview yesterday. Now I'm patiently (not patiently) waiting to hear. I've already paid my deposit at Simmons, but I so want in at UMW.

Is that my phone ringing?

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Do any of you know if health insurance is included in the tuition amounts that they list in the handbook? It says inclusive of all fees...but i'm not sure if health insurance counts as a fee.

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So did you all make your final decisions? Who will be attending UMass?

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I don't think so. Not positive, but I think I'm going to Johns Hopkins.

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I will be attending. I'm in the GEP to DNP program and I can't wait! Anyone else (either the GEP or the GEP to DNP)?

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GEP for adult gero primary. The dnp is only for family right now. If they change, I will continue for my dnp tooo :)

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Great! I look forward to meeting you. I am currently on a mini-vacation so I haven't received my package yet. Do you (or does anyone) know if/when we have an orientation?

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Hello Everyone,

I got accepted to MGH Adult/gero and to Umass for FNP, and I am really torn on which one to attend.. I wanted FNP but at MGH I was waitlisted but they offered me admission to Adult instead.. my main concern about Umass is the lack of BSN :( does anyone know someone who attend Umass and have more info to share..

Thank you all

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I don't know anyone that has attended, however when I went to interview I was told that 100% of the NP students have jobs upon graduation (and this is without a BSN). That works for me! From everything I've read, it seems like if you are going on to your Master's, the BSN is not as important. But what do I know. I guess I'll find out.

I received my package and it answered my questions about orientation. June 17th. Who's attending?

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@blizz108 I will be attending the Orientation on the 17th! GEP FNP!

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