Accelerated BSN at Valparaiso

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Anyone going to Valparaiso for the Accelerated BSN program?

Tiny.Dancer

I am most positive they allow fall entrance. I found this out in a roundabout way. I looked at the courses they require for the first semester of the nursing curriculum, and then looked at previous course schedules, and they have consistently offered the first semester courses in both the summer AND fall. I would shoot them an e-mail to be sure though, they are good about replying.

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Hi Tiny.dancer

I recommend you to email the dean of nursing at valpo. she's really good at responding to emails.

see http://www.valpo.edu/nursing/programs/accelerated.php

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06CALI- I'm also applying to Drexel! Does anyone know what the competitive GPA for Valpo would be?

thanks

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Hi Chasemelony

Do you know what's the percentage of ABSN students finding work around the area after they complete the program and if the clinical sites are reputable? (since many graduates often end up working for one of the clinical sites after completing the program?)

Thanks a bunch!

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There's some magazine that rates schools every year. Sadly, I can't remember its name (duhhh...). But, Valpo always rates very highly. It's a very respected university throughout the country.

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Hey all,

I'm also interested in applying to Valparaiso....

I'm just unable to find the deadlines. Did you guys find out if you could apply for the Fall 2010?

Thanks a bunch!

:)

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congrats, when did u apply for the program and what is ur Gpa like. I hope that I'm not being too forward by asking:-)

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Hey 06California and winnieander! I am also from California (the Bay Area) and got accepted into the ABSN in May.

Have you guys made the decision on whether to go to Valparaiso?

It is such a short time to May, but I am still making my decision.

I know living in Indiana will be very different from California, so I'm really thinking about this decision. Also I would like to know if the university is in line with what I want from an education.

People who are currently attending the university or graduated Valparaiso, can you please give some insight on the program? it is much appreciated! :)

All the best to you all and your journey to becoming a nurse!

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Sorry for the late reply musicstar23!

I applied a couple weeks ago with a GPA of 3.3.

Have you applied yet? They are still accepting applications till May 15 I think!

Best of luck!

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smuffins-

I decided not to go, I got an offer from Drexel University which starts later, is a shorter program, and lower cost, plus it is in a big metropolitan area near many other cities, so I think I will have an easier time networking and finding a job without waiting around too long.

I just didn't know anything about Valparaiso. As I'm sure you've encountered, there really aren't any threads on here with commentary from recent and previous grads of the program. That made me nervous. I'm sure the program is great, it sounds like it's a nice pace for an accelerated program, while still being challenging.

I had e-mailed one of the advisors, asking her some crucial questions like NCLEX pass rates, clinical sites, job placement, etc. But I never got an e-mail back from her. Pretty disappointing to say the least. Nursing school, especially when it is a second degree, is a HUGE investment, so its comforting when you have all the facts.

I think Valparaiso is a good option, I would be going there if I hadn't gotten into Drexel. I'm not sure what you're looking for in your nursing education, but it is my belief that it is about 90% what you make of it.

Did you get in anywhere else? If you decide to go you should definitely post what your thoughts on the program on here, I'm sure it would help future applicants who will have to make the same decision as you.

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Hey, do u have Valparaiso on your facebook? I do and I think it's cool! On that note, my heart was broken because my Religion and Human nutrition credits did not transfer over causing me to miss out on the accelerated program. I have been accepted for the Fall traditional Nursing program & let me tell you, "I was not a happy camper"! But what can you do?:mad: I was told that I met All the requirements for the accelerated program back in December, however it seems that I was terribly misinformed.:confused:

The primary reason why I decided to apply to Valpo is for the accelerated program offered. I live in Illinois and there is only 1 school that offers an accelerated program without a bachelors degree. Many Universities offer the accelerated option only for individuals seeking a second Bachelors. This really sucks for me because I only have an Associates degree in science.

P.S :nurse:I live 45 minutes away from Valpo so please do not hesitate to ask me any questions!!!

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Hey 06California,

Congrats on getting into Drexel Uni! I looked at your profile, and I'm from San Jose too!

The problem is, I just found out that the school accepted me to go into the accelerated program and I only have this week to decide on whether to go.

I was planning to go to school in the Fall 2010 and apply to other schools during that time period, but since this offer, I am torn. This is the only ABSN I am applying to because I am a sophomore at college. The other schools I am applying to will be two years since I do not have my BSN. So, I am having trouble deciding what to do. To go to a one year or two year school?

Do you know how much exactly Valparaiso University will be? Is it the same tuition as a regular year would be? Or is the ABSN tuition more expensive? I was not able to find it on the website. I also emailed the dean and my counselor, but they have not replied back.

Like you, I don't know much about Valparaiso...so I'm very scared if going there will be the best decision.

Musicstar23 - Congrats on getting into Valparaiso University! I am so very sorry about what happened! That is also the main reason I applied to Valparaiso University because of the ABSN. How is Valparaiso, IN? I might visit next week if time allows. I have been attempting to find listings for apartments, but I have read that most people just put signs up around town instead of listing it on web? I'm very afraid of going to Indiana because I don't know how the atmosphere/environment (friendly? close-knit community?) will be. I guess my most important concern is, is it a safe community? What areas should I stray away from when looking for apartments?

All the best at Drexel 06California, and I hope (if I decide to go) to see you at Valpo, musicstar23!

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