Application Period for Vanderbilt for Dec Grad

Hello Everyone,

Im from California and am not too happy here with the taxes and obscene cost of living . I graduate this December with my BSN and am passionate about the NICU and also love adult ICU. I really digg Vanderbilt, from what I have seen on their website and here. I wanted to know if anyone had the scoop on the general date of which I can begin applying for their new grad program. I checked the website, but no luck. I know Im way early hehe but I want to get this figured out before I start the hell that is summer school

My other questions for out of state appliers: did you have to fly to TN for an interview or were the accomodating with phone interviews?

Also, compared to Ca, TN looks great job-wise, but are you guys feeling the recession (ie not welcoming for new grads)?

And finally, if I end up rooming with a friend who goes to school in Cookeville, would the drive be tolerable from there to nashville, or would it be okay for both of us if we lived half-way?

Thank you so much in advance and good luck to everyone