Clemson or University of Tennessee, Knoxville - Nursing 2012

Published

Hello Everyone:

I have been accepted to both accelerated programs for Nursing. I am not sure where I should go. I would like to attend a state that I can call home for the next 4 years or so. My ultimate goal is to be a CRNA. I would like to go to a school where employment opportunities are rich because getting into the ICU is going to be hard, so I heard. Any advise or thought are appreciated!!! :banghead:

Up Vote Up Vote ×

hey! i'm a recent clemson grad so i can only speak for their program... i was a traditional BSN so i can't speak for the accelerated program. BUT many people from my graduating classes got jobs in ICUs, ER, exc. in the area surrounding clemson. Most of the clinicals require a little driving time... some of them are in Greenville...which is 30 mins from campus. EXCELLENT experience...professors are very helpful and try to assist you as much as possible. Campus is really nice. Edwards is the nursing builidng...2nd floor is called the "Sim Lab". Designed like a hospital unit complete with real hospital beds and robotic dumbies. (even one that delivers a baby...hahaha).

Good luck!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Thank you for the insight!!! By the way, I'm looking for apartments at this time should I look by Greenville or Clemson?

Up Vote Up Vote ×

hm... tough call. i'm not sure how many days a week you will have to be on campus because i'm not familiar with the accel. program. but if it comes to about 50% on campus and 50% clinical...i would say clemson. you can get cheaper rates because they know students are their primary renters. and not all the clinicals may be in greenville so i wouldnt bank on that. hope that helps!

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Community Health/School Nursing.

go ut!!!!

also, vanderbilt has a great crna program when you get ready.

good luck!! (i live in nashville, lol, hence the vol orange!)

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion