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i was thinking about going to cnr for spring 2010. Can anyone tell me about their program and the requirements? Pleaaaaaseeeee : )

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i was thinking about going to cnr for spring 2010. Can anyone tell me about their program and the requirements? Pleaaaaaseeeee : )

Hi Nijae,

I just graduated from that college this past December. The program is a great program. If you have all your pre-requisites already and have good grades, you can get into the program without being on a waiting list, this take about two years to complete. If you plan on starting as a freshman, the program is four years long. It starts from Nursing 1 and ends with Nursing 5/6. The nursing 1 instructor is pretty tough but as you pass that class you learn to appreciate it. As you go along the workload becomes a bit more heavy. Every semester you have to take a med math exam. The first semester you have to score an 80% and when you reach nursing 5/6 you have to score 100%. Watch out for pathophysiology 1 and 2 and study hard for that class because a lot of people have a hard time passing that class but is it do-able with hard work and dedication. I hope this answers your question. If you have anymore questions and/or concerns feel free to ask.

Aye125RN

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Thnk you sooooo much. This encouraged me alot : )

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You're welcome. It's no problem at all. Good luck and let me know if you decide to attend.

Aye125RN

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Hi.

I applied to College of New Rochelle and Concordia College NY for the accelerated bachelors program. I wanted to hear a second opinion..which school is better to attend?

what would you choose?

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Hi coolpeachmoy

Being that I attended CNR, I am going to be biased in it's favor. Their accelerated program is excellent and really prepares you for nursing and the excellent thing is you are done in the blink of an eye. Although I do not know about Concordia's accelerated program, how would you compare it to CNR's program from the info you have gathered? You also want to be comfortable with a programs curriculum and also look at the cost of attending each. I wish you luck and keep me posted on your plans.

Aye125RN

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Thanks Aye125RN for replying back.

I did a lot of research between CNR and Concordia college. CNR is a 18 month program that starts in June. While Concordia is a 15 month program that starts at the end of August. They both end around the same time. I know that Concordia's program is relatively new program..and just got accredited. How long has CNR been accredited?

Do you know how much the tuition is at CNR for the 15 program? From their website..it says about $12,800 per semester. However, I dont know if that is the tuition for the accelerated BSN program. If you can shed any info on this..its much appreciated.

How many students are there in a class? What's a typical class day like?? How are the professors that teach the courses?

I applied to CNR early..but I dont like the fact that they send out their decision letters less than a month before the program starts. It doesn't give you much time to make an informed decision.

Appreciate the help..thanks!

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You're welcome. I honestly do not remember how long CNR has been accredited. I recall seeing it on their website while doing my research about five years ago. Although I did not do the accelerated program, their amount per credit is $828. The price you mentioned for tuition is about right, that's how much I paid for 1 semester. If you are doing the accelerated program, you are going to be with the same group all the time although you may share classes with the general BSN students. So for clinicals it is always going to be the accelerated group together. The last group had about 16 students. The class size can vary from 20 to sometimes about 40 plus students. But sometimes they make two or more sections of the class if there are too many students. The average length of time a class lasts is about 2 or maybe more hours depending on how many times you have that class for the week. The professors are very nice, attentive, and helpful. If you have a problem, they make time to meet with you and resolve that problem. As long as you do your readings/assignments and study you will be fine. But prepare to be scarce for the 18months because the accelerated program is intense, non-stop work and studying. I understand exactly what you mean, they should give out their decision letters way in advance to give you ample time to make your decision. If you have any other questions, please feel free and ask!

Aye125RN

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Hi! I just received my acceptance letter from CNR Nursing program (Individualized)

I wanted to ask if there's any material that I should be reading before Fall classes start?

Or anything else that I should be doing this summer to prepare better for my 1st semester in nursing school. Everything is a blur for me now.

I am really happy and nervous as I do not know what to expect. I will be calling CNR tomorrow and hopefully they can help me with questions about student loans, registration, clinicals... etc

I would appreciate any info that you guys have. Thanks in advance. :yeah:

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Do you know what classes you will begin with? I know you are nervous but trust me it will wear off after a while. What I do recommend is for you to get your books from the college bookstore ahead of time so that you can begin reading like a week or two ahead of time. The bookstore has a website that you can view the semesters books and preorder them, all you just need is the class codes and the site will tell you the books that you need. Some professors use ANGEL a database where you can view the syllabus, required readings, post papers, view others in your class, send and receive messages to your classmates and professor, and even see your grades for tests and papers. Good luck. Let me know how everything goes.

Aye125RN

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Thanks so much for your reply, Aye125RN. I don't know what classes I should start with. Maybe Found of Nursing 1 and Health Assessment. I want to start with 2 classes as I don't know what the school load will be. I also work fulltime, but I will be taking some days off. What would you recommend? Also, do you know what options students have to pay for tuition? I will not be getting any FA because this is my 2nd degree... so I am thinking student loans. :confused:

Again, Aye125RN, thanks so much for your help :yeah:

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You're welcome, it's no problem. If you have all your pre-requisites then yes you will start with NUR I foundations of nursing. That class has alot of workload with care plans, tests for both theory and clinicals, skills checkouts, and much more. If you are going to take both foundations and health assessment just be sure to set aside time for studying because both classes come with a clinical portion. The financial options they have for students are loans, payment plans, and financial aid. I don't see why you wouldn't get financial aid even though this is your 2nd degree. If you decide to opt for the payment plan, call the financial aid or bursar office in advance because they accept down payments in August I believe. If you have any more questions do ask.

Aye125RN

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