Boston College Direct Entry MSN 2019

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Starting a thread for Boston College Direct Entry MSN applicants for Summer 2019. Looks like we are the last class before BC goes to a DNP direct entry program!

I'm applying for the Psych/MH track, based on work/life experiences in the mental health realm. My cousin went through the BC program a few years ago, loved it, and has a job she really enjoys.

39 minutes ago, TanaWoods said:

Hello all! Wish I had come across this sooner! Loving all the comments! Does anyone know if there's a page for already accepted students; for the group that starts in a few weeks? Thanks!

Hi! We have a Facebook group: Boston College Master’s Entry Class of 2021 ?

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Specializes in Psychiatry.

Does anyone at Boston College CON know if their new DNP programs (psych in particular) are CCNE or ACEN accredited? I can't for the life of me find their accreditation anywhere on their website. That's kind of a huge deal. Thank you! ?

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I know the cycle is over, but I was wondering if any students could answer my question about preceptors? Are you all matched with preceptors and if not, are you least provided help in finding one/ making sure they are a quality preceptor(both in the person and in the site)?

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On 8/19/2019 at 5:11 AM, Lanntis said:

Does anyone at Boston College CON know if their new DNP programs (psych in particular) are CCNE or ACEN accredited? I can't for the life of me find their accreditation anywhere on their website. That's kind of a huge deal. Thank you! ?

Hi, I'm a current student.

The Connell school of nursing is accredited by the CCNE.

Where I am reading that it does not specifically say DNP, but it says the entire Connell school of nursing so it probably includes the new DNP program. I would call them though for clarification.

11 hours ago, laurynd said:

I know the cycle is over, but I was wondering if any students could answer my question about preceptors? Are you all matched with preceptors and if not, are you least provided help in finding one/ making sure they are a quality preceptor(both in the person and in the site)?

We are matched with preceptors who are well-qualified. We are not supposed to find are own.

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I'm deciding between BC and Simmons. Would you be able to elaborate on your reasons for choosing BC? I'm worried about them only awarding a RN/MSN as opposed to a BSN/MSN in terms of getting hired after I graduate. Does anyone in your cohort drop down to part time after getting the RN so they can work and get experience? Also, how are class days scheduled there? Thanks!

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If your goal is to be a nurse practitioner, it does not make a difference whether you have a BSN or not in getting hired. Also for RN jobs, you can find them.

Some students choose to work as an RN when they graduate or after taking the NCLEX and work throughout the second year because the course load is a little less, but I’m not sure if it’s really an option to reduce to part time for the NP portion. I think technically it is but nobody really does it. Again, if your goal is to be an NP, you can always get a supportive NP job rather than work as an RN to gain more experience. If working as an RN is really important to you than maybe Simmons or Norrheastern is a better option.

BC has pretty much the best reputation and name for nursing schools in Boston which is a lot of why I chose it. And I’ve heard it’s more organized than many of the programs. Because it’s 2 years it’s cheaper but of course faster.

Generally we have classes some days a week and clinical rotations on other days. It’s not the same for everyone, it depends on what clinical you’re placed in. Like now it works out that I don’t have anything on Tuesday.

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