anyone go to UT-H or TWU-H?

NeoNurseTX, RN · Apr 14, 2006

i go to twu-h. you can catch me on AIM : mentalpiracyx

J_W, DNP, APRN, CNS · Apr 15, 2006

I attended UT Houston...But it was long ago (13 years since I graduated)...I think both schools utililze facilities in the Medical Center, and that is the reason I chose UT Houston...The clinical experiences in the TMC were excellent and I learned so many things...Both schools are excellent I would think...So either one would be great...I know when I was at UT Houston, we went all year including the summer, so that might be something to consider...Good luck...I am sure you will enjoy it regardless of which school you choose...

ree-nee · Apr 15, 2006

anyone attend/have attended UT-Houston or TWU-Houston? i got accepted into the BSN program for both schools and i have no earthly idea which one to choose..please help! they're both great schools and i've been weighing the pros and cons of each. i think i need someone who goes to or has gone to one of these schools to give me their input..maybe that will help a little..thank you!

I remember something!...I think I remember reading that TWU has a better parking situation for their students. Im not sure if its cheaper or if its an assigned garage for students but that might be something to look into.

foxyhill21 · Apr 15, 2006

TWU does not have parking assigned for their students. You park at fannin pk, brown lott etc. u have to ride the train or bus to go to school. So which one have u decided?

I remember something!...I think I remember reading that TWU has a better parking situation for their students. Im not sure if its cheaper or if its an assigned garage for students but that might be something to look into.

mrigas · Apr 18, 2006

I go to UT-H. Parking is not really an issue for me because my job pays for it. The best place to park is the Brown lot...they only charge $2 for 4 hours with a max of $6/day. You can park there for TWU-H and UT-H.

As for the schools:

1) I have heard that TWU-H has many more group projects which supposedly makes their program rank lower on some scale (I think it has to do with the accreditation board, but don't quote me on that).

2) The program cirriculum is structured differently because of the year-round model (UT-H) as opposed to the 4 semester model (TWU-H)

3) At UT-H, you get to choose a high acuity setting in which you want to be precepted in (1:1 nurse-student ratio)

4) Most importantly, TWU-H makes you pass the HESI with an 85 (or higher) before you can graduate, whereas UT-H is going to be using the ERI and calculating it into your course grade at 15%

Remember, all nursing schools have their pros and cons. Although there have been times through out my schooling that I wished I would have considered another school, I have been satisfied with what I have learned and the way the program has helped to prepare me.

I hope this helps...let me know if you have more questions!

futurenurse85 · Apr 18, 2006

I go to UT-H. Parking is not really an issue for me because my job pays for it. The best place to park is the Brown lot...they only charge $2 for 4 hours with a max of $6/day. You can park there for TWU-H and UT-H.
As for the schools:
1) I have heard that TWU-H has many more group projects which supposedly makes their program rank lower on some scale (I think it has to do with the accreditation board, but don't quote me on that).
2) The program cirriculum is structured differently because of the year-round model (UT-H) as opposed to the 4 semester model (TWU-H)
3) At UT-H, you get to choose a high acuity setting in which you want to be precepted in (1:1 nurse-student ratio)
4) Most importantly, TWU-H makes you pass the HESI with an 85 (or higher) before you can graduate, whereas UT-H is going to be using the ERI and calculating it into your course grade at 15%
Remember, all nursing schools have their pros and cons. Although there have been times through out my schooling that I wished I would have considered another school, I have been satisfied with what I have learned and the way the program has helped to prepare me.
I hope this helps...let me know if you have more questions!

Thanks for the replies yall! So you go UT-H, mrigas? I've made my decision and UT it is :)! How are you likin it there? I was wondering, what do yall wear on days that you dont go to the hospitals? I know for some programs you have to dress nicely like real professional..is that how it is at UT? Well, just give me some input about the program at UT..I can't wait til Aug 28! I'm so excited..and scared at the same time. Ok, well yeah just write back..Thank you!!!

ree-nee · Apr 19, 2006

I've made my decision and UT it is :)

Good for you!...Im lookin forward to meetin you, joshuaclay, goddesssue, and mrigras....the next 2 years are gonna be a neat experience...

What was the deciding factor for you?

veggiegarden · Apr 20, 2006

You seem to have made your decision, but here's a bit more to chew on if others are lurking and weighing in on this decision. I go to TWU-Houston, and it has been fine. I've heard that UT has a slightly more "hands-on" approach in clinicals, but that is only rumor (I can't compare them realistically b/c, obviously, I'm not in their program!). However, the amount of 'hands-on' experience in clinical can depend heavily on the students themselves (their ambition, initative & confidence), the clinical instructor and the clinical site. So really take that with a grain of salt.

Yes, there are a lot of group projects. Ugh. I honestly don't know how we compare to other schools in this arena. The first semester we had one group project (a group pres.), the second semester 2 group projects (a long group paper and another group pres.), the third semester 2 group projects (another long group paper and different group pres--but that one is fun) and about a million different journal entry type-papers, and the fourth semester there are 2 group projects (both pres., I think one is like a senior II project worth a hefty portion of the final grade). I don't enjoy the group projects, but I kind of expected it as part of the whole BSN process. I do wish they were optional, as in, in lieu of a test if one is strong with projects than test taking. I'd be just fine and dandy with strictly a lecture/test format. I know, I should dream on, right? :lol2:

It is a lot of work, epsecially factoring in tests, clinicals and clinical paperwork. But, like I said, my experience has been generally quite positive. They have some really great instructors, for the most part. There are a couple that I have heard of or personally found a bit questionable, but the majority are great. We also have clinicals in the Med Center, but clinical sites are spread out all over the city. It depends what section you get. Many people really like the "distant" clinical sites b/c their are closer to their home.

Again, I do think TWU is a good school. I've also heard UT is a good school. I'm sure they both require a lot of hard work, so in the end, the differences may not be all that significant. Good luck to all NS candidates!