Anyone Starting At UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing?

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This thread is for anyone who is trying to get into, currently at, or graduated from Shadyside School of Nursing in Pittsburgh!

I was just curious about whether or not the people who have already taken the PSB were allowed to use a calculator on the exam. On the registration form it said you were allowed a non-graphic calculator but I've heard from other people that this is not the case. Thanks!

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Yes, you are allowed to use a calculator on the PSB exam.

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Cardiac.

Depends on the school. Shadyside does allow you to use a calculator. Sewickley did not allow them (2 years ago).

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Thanks! I'm coming from Washington to take my PSB exam so it's really really important that I do well. I have my Bachelors degree but it's been a long time since I've done the basics that are covered on the aptitude exam so I'm a bit nervous. Knowing that I can use my calculator eases the nerves somewhat. Thanks everyone.

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Thank You! I'm coming from Washington to take my PSB exam so it's really really important that I pass for obvious reasons. I have my Bachelor's degree but it's been a really long time since I've done the basics that are covered on the aptitude exam. Knowing that I can use my calculator eases the nerves a bit so thats good. I'm still stressing about this exam though. Thanks to everyone who posts on this site. It has been extremely helpful!:clown:

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Sorry about the double post, it didn't show up so I wrote it again!

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My best advice to you would be to make sure to go over the review books. The science....to me......was the most difficult part. That being said, I did really well on the whole test, as I am sure you will too.

Good luck!!!!!!!!!!

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Thanks for the answers everyone!

CKMOMOF4- Yes, Im a full time student. I thought they were great too! It made me really excited to start as well! I hope I can remember all of that if I ever need to help someone!

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Specializes in Telemetry, Home Health, LTC.

Does anybody know when the Student Loan checks go out for Shadyside School of Nursing students? I am going to be attending the nursing program in the fall. I signed the thing for UPMC to pay for my schooling but I am getting federal loans to help pay for housing, bills, etc. and I was wondering when UPMC Shadyside SON sends their student loan refund checks out.

Thanks guys. :)

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Specializes in Pediatric/Adolescent, Med-Surg.
Does anybody know when the Student Loan checks go out for Shadyside School of Nursing students? I am going to be attending the nursing program in the fall. I signed the thing for UPMC to pay for my schooling but I am getting federal loans to help pay for housing, bills, etc. and I was wondering when UPMC Shadyside SON sends their student loan refund checks out.

Thanks guys. :)

Hi, I just graduated from Shadyside, and students who took out federal loans always had to pick their checks up at the financial aid office. I didn't take out loans, so I don't know that much about it.

Hope you enjoy Shadyside!

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I have a dilema that hopefully someone can help me out with. I need to take the PSB entrance test but I was wondering if the test dates ever fill up. I need to buy a plane ticket to get to pittsburgh but I don't want to buy it and then find out that the test day I've chosen is full. Does anyone know anything about this. Thanks!

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Your best bet would be to call the school and talk to Natalie. She would be able to tell you if the date you've chosen is full or not. Good luck!!!

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