American university of health sciences (Auhs)

mamia · Dec 10, 2010

thanks alot Haley1007! :) that was quite helpful. at first, when i heard about the school, i was really excited but then after a day or two, i started having "cold" feet/huge doubts about the school, the location, and the whole admission process.

"I'm not working yet and is currently looking... It could be a factor why I'm still unemployed!"

i doubt thats the deciding factor, it probably has more to do with the bad economy. i was concerned cause i dont really know if some employers will look down on such degree since its from the notorious for-profit schools. i hope you find a job soon. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you:)

Haley1007 · Dec 10, 2010

thanks alot Haley1007! :) that was quite helpful. at first, when i heard about the school, i was really excited but then after a day or two, i started having "cold" feet/huge doubts about the school, the location, and the whole admission process.
"I'm not working yet and is currently looking... It could be a factor why I'm still unemployed!"
i doubt thats the deciding factor, it probably has more to do with the bad economy. i was concerned cause i dont really know if some employers will look down on such degree since its from the notorious for-profit schools. i hope you find a job soon. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you:)

Thanks for the words of encouragement. Forgot to let you know that I already have a bachelor's degree when I went in, so that 80K was because I already had most of the Gen. Ed. done. All in all if I didn't have the degree, I would've paid close to 100K.

I know how hard it is and competitive it is to find a nursing school. Don't lose hope! You will find the right one for you soon! I really hope this helps out! I don't want anybody to be stuck paying for much when they graduate, to be in so much debt. I honestly would be ok paying for so much if the school is well established and would for sure get the worth of my money. In this case, it wasn't worth it.

timgirl2121 · Dec 13, 2010

hello mamia, no i havent applied or anything yet I have everything ready to go but i am still kind of concern because I havent heard anything positive about the school, dont know if its because its new or what, but I do want to apply and kind of see for myself. How were the interviews and are u still thinking about attending? thanks

mamia · Dec 14, 2010

Hi timgirl2121

it could be because they are still new or simply because they are just awful. the interviews were just basic questions. no hard preparations needed IMO. you have two interviews, one with the founder and one with the SON dean. you do have to take an entrance exam before you are called for the interviews. I'm still on the edge on whether to go or not, still weighing my options.

@ Haley1007

thanks for your insight. how much did you have to pay per quarter?

Haley1007 · Dec 15, 2010

Hi timgirl2121
it could be because they are still new or simply because they are just awful. the interviews were just basic questions. no hard preparations needed IMO. you have two interviews, one with the founder and one with the SON dean. you do have to take an entrance exam before you are called for the interviews. I'm still on the edge on whether to go or not, still weighing my options.
@ Haley1007
thanks for your insight. how much did you have to pay per quarter?

I would pay sometime 5,000/per quarter or up to 10,000/quarter (estimates) depending on how many units I'm taking. I take about 10-19 units per quarter. We paid around 542/unit when I started. I heard they're planning on increasing the tuition fees.

mamia · Dec 15, 2010

I would pay sometime 5,000/per quarter or up to 10,000/quarter (estimates) depending on how many units I'm taking. I take about 10-19 units per quarter. We paid around 542/unit when I started. I heard they're planning on increasing the tuition fees.

quite helpful thanks! i was told it is now around 542.19 per/unit

timgirl2121 · Apr 28, 2011

mamia did u decide to go or are u looking at other schools?

perioddrama · Jul 7, 2011

I went to this school.

The cost is expensive, but compared to West Coast or other private universities, it isn't that bad. It's $542 and some change per unit. If you did your GEs somewhere else, the total cost of the program would be less.

It is true that the loan options are not plentiful, but that's to be expected at a private school (no grants available). The loan options were Direct Loan Plus (federal goverment loan) or Sallie Mae. I don't remember if there were other "school-sponsored" loan options.

Loan options that are "private" and not through the school are your better option (Bank of America, Wells Fargo, a Jewish institution loan - I forgot the name since I didn't utilize it). DLP was a mess to navigate.

They are undergoing CCNE accreditation; they have another upcoming site visit this October.

The school has stabalized in terms of administration and faculty. The faculty that are currently here are very knowledgeable and good teachers - they can disseminate their knowledge in a way that students can understand. They really want you to learn. It also helps to read the books before lectures to have a general idea of what will be lectured. Come prepared to ask questions.

While some of the administrators are less than desired (and really, what school has awesome administrators everywhere?), for the most part, the administrators are student avocates.

As to finding a job, the economy stinks everywhere. Most hospitals do not have the economic capacity (or other administrative-related reasons) to have Versant programs, let alone, are willing to open up more new grad positions. It's a catch 22 all around. But, there are jobs if you are willing to be patient and to keep on looking. Persevere and things will come around.

Overall, I would recommend the school as it is currently. There were some growing pains, but that's to be expected when it was a very new school, when I started. For the newer classes that are coming in (or are already here, but have not yet graduated), I've seen that they are in good hands (great teachers, good administrators - the ones that truly matter). So yes, I would recommend it. I feel as if I've gotten a BSN worth of education.

And I'll keep looking for a job.

true_blood · Jul 7, 2011

I went to AUHS.

AUHS is not that shady or bad as you might think. It is relatively a new nursing school, so it was unorganize at first. However, it's getting a lot better and organized as time goes by. Once it is more settled down, it would not be a problem.

Professors are great in general. They know what they teach, and they want students to learn. As an accelerated nursing program, and it is on quarter system, most people might be overwhelmed; however, you get more than what you need to learn if you are willing to learn and stay focus.

Because it is a small private school, everyone is close to each other. You make friends, get through hard quarters together, and be survivors at the end! You will feel very proud of yourselves.

AUHS is a private school, so please expect it cost a lot (approx. 542/unit). This means, the goverment loans/grants does not cover the whole tuition. But, you can apply for private student loans if you need to. And, think this is a big invest for your career/future because you will earn a lot more once you are working as BSN. (At least that's how I think..)

Every school has good sides and bad sides. And, AUHS has good and bad sides. But, overall, I would say AUHS is good to go, and it has a lot of potential because it is improving.

too_cute · Jul 12, 2011

Contrary to what most people are saying about the university, AUHS actually has alot to offer in terms of educating student nurses and preparing them for the nursing field. I recently graduated and I passed the NCLEX exam the first time I took it. If you ask me, it speaks alot about the quality of education that is offered to student nurses. For those that are not convinced about how equipped the school is and whether it is up to standard, you can visit the rn.ca.gov webpage to check the NCLEX pass rate.

What I must add is that AUHS is a fairly new university that is striving to be at the level of other universities such as CSUs that have been established for decades. The university is accredited, meaning that the courses are transferrable. CCNE will be visiting in October to evaluate and hopefully grant the university accreditation. Nonetheless, the nursing program is superb in that it prepares students for the ultimate goal of passing the NCLEX-RN.

Theone40 · Nov 10, 2011

The tuition is 94000 dose anyone know how much is covered by federal loans and grants and how much you would have to get in private loans

cole21 · Jan 28, 2012

i am currently attending the school; from the start the staff has been very helpful. they clearly tell you what is required, all costs, and let you make your own decisions. i liked their interview process; it shows they take the time to properly select their students. the school does cost slightly more being it’s a private school but you earn a bsn degree in just 3 years. right now with the public schools being so impacted it’s hard to get the classes you need so in the long run a 4 year bs program can take you 6 years. i liked that i could finish up the needed pre requisites and nursing all in one program without having to fight for my classes or be put on a waiting list. my way of thinking is i will be out working as a nurse in 3 years with a bsn degree vs. still going to school.