CSULB grads able to find jobs?

SoCalGalRN · Jan 15, 2013

I don't have an answer for your question but how do you like the nursing program there? I'm considering the nurse practitioner program. Are the professors and support staff helpful and accessible?

EmmyRN2B · Jan 16, 2013

Liz-

So far I love the program at CSULB, the teachers especially. The teachers I had last semester were amazing beyond belief, lets hope I have the same luck next semester! I'm in the bachelors program, so I'm not sure if I'm the best resource. I once spoke to a person in the ELM program who seemed satisfied with the program. A word of caution- a teacher of mine was telling me that the ELM program was in jeopardy due to budget cuts, so I might check the status of the program your applying to. Otherwise good luck on your journey!

daisy90005 · Jan 17, 2013

Hey Everybody!
I'm currently enrolled in the nursing program at Cal State Long Beach. Lately I've been reading how difficult it is for new grads to find jobs.
My question is whether or not anybody knows about hiring stats of CSULB grads. More specifically are CSULB grads better off, worse, or about the same as other new grads in the area when it comes to finding jobs after graduation?
Any input is greatly appreciated!

hi emmyrn2b,

i am interested in bsn program at csu long beach and if you dont mind, i have couple questions to ask you.

1) is csulb bsn program only for full time? i am currently working full time and dont want to quit this job for the school. i was wondering if i can do part time at school and if part time is available, how long would it take to complete the program?

2) my friend suggested me a online bsn program at western governors college. what would be the big difference between these two?if you dont mind, i would like to hear what you personally think of these two options since you are already attending one of them. thank you so much:)

EmmyRN2B · Jan 17, 2013

Daisy-

1) No, unfortunately you cannot attend the nursing program at CSULB part time. The nursing instructors at CSULB recommend working less than 12 hours a week. I know of people that work more, and some people who dont work at all. If attending CSULB is your dream then I suggest doing some financial planning/look at loans so that your able to attend school full time. The only schools I know of that are part time are private, which can be significantly more expensive than a public CSU. You'll have to decide which is the better option for yourself.

2) As for the online program at western governors college- Ive never heard of it. The only thing i can suggest to compare western and CSULB is there NCLEX pass rates, their retention rate and speaking to students who attend the colleges. As a CSULB student I can tell you that getting into the program was not easy. Your pre requisite grades have to be mostly As in order to be accepted. Once your in the program the work is gets harder. The pros of CSULB are the teachers are great (for the most part) and The NCLEX pass rate are pretty high (something close to 98%). As for CSULB reputation in the community- that's something I'm trying to figure out by starting this thread. I've heard from people that CSULB students are usually snatched up once they graduate, but I wanted to hear from a recent graduate to see if this is still the case.

Good Luck!

daisy90005 · Jan 17, 2013

Daisy-1) No, unfortunately you cannot attend the nursing program at CSULB part time. The nursing instructors at CSULB recommend working less than 12 hours a week. I know of people that work more, and some people who dont work at all. If attending CSULB is your dream then I suggest doing some financial planning/look at loans so that your able to attend school full time. The only schools I know of that are part time are private, which can be significantly more expensive than a public CSU. You'll have to decide which is the better option for yourself. 2) As for the online program at western governors college- Ive never heard of it. The only thing i can suggest to compare western and CSULB is there NCLEX pass rates, their retention rate and speaking to students who attend the colleges. As a CSULB student I can tell you that getting into the program was not easy. Your pre requisite grades have to be mostly As in order to be accepted. Once your in the program the work is gets harder. The pros of CSULB are the teachers are great (for the most part) and The NCLEX pass rate are pretty high (something close to 98%). As for CSULB reputation in the community- that's something I'm trying to figure out by starting this thread. I've heard from people that CSULB students are usually snatched up once they graduate, but I wanted to hear from a recent graduate to see if this is still the case. Good Luck!

Thank you so much for your fast response!! I forgot to mention that i am inteerested in "rn to bsn program!"Im currently working as a rn and looking for bsn program. is it still for full time at long beach?thank you!

EmmyRN2B · Jan 17, 2013

Daisy-

I dont really know anything about the RN- BSN program. I know some people in the program, and I know that they work as RNs, but I dont know how much. I also dont know if you can attend the program part time. Sorry! I think the school sometimes holds information sessions for the RN-BSN program, so i would look into that

Sweet charm, ASN, RN · Jan 17, 2013

I live in long beach and know some people that have graduated from that school last year, from what I have heard, they have a slightly higher chance at getting a job then people that went to LBCC, camino and cerritos. But this might be because they have their BSN and not just their ADN. CSULB is such a good school in general and I am still mad at myself that I turned that school down 4 years ago :grumpy:

Two of my friends that graduted from there both have jobs so I think you will be fine. Good Luck!

jeli42 · Apr 28, 2013

hi emmyrn2b,
i am interested in bsn program at csu long beach and if you dont mind, i have couple questions to ask you.
1) is csulb bsn program only for full time? i am currently working full time and dont want to quit this job for the school. i was wondering if i can do part time at school and if part time is available, how long would it take to complete the program?
2) my friend suggested me a online bsn program at western governors college. what would be the big difference between these two?if you dont mind, i would like to hear what you personally think of these two options since you are already attending one of them. thank you so much:)

I know this is super late and you've probably already decided but to those looking at Western Governors, they do not have a traditional grading system. It's on a pass or fail grading system and if you wish to continue to your MSN, this could pose a problem because you would only have a 3.0 in the eyes of Masters programs. I was looking into their program but since my goal is to become an NP, this was not an option for me especially since it is so competitive. It would be hard to get into an MSN school with a 3.0 unless you have years and years of experience.