I would appreciate any and all feedback regarding accepting offers of admission from two nursing schools in CT.
Option #1 Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing - I received offer of acceptance in January and immediately sent back my acceptance fee to hold my spot in the class for this September. Since I had applied to four schools, and received two rejections, I jumped at the chance to attend BHSN. I knew I would not hear from the remaining school until April.
Pros: Oldest, most established nursing program in CT; opportunity to sign contract and have the entire tuition paid by YNHH in return for 2 year commitment; acquaintance with future classmates there
Cons: Eventual necessity of changing job/reducing work hours and going into debt for living expenses; relocating to greater Bridgeport area (I currently live in Plantsville).
Option #2 Gateway Community College Nursing Program - I received offer of acceptance today and need to notify them by April 12 (along with $230 acceptance fee) to hold my spot in the class for this September.
Pros: Possibility of being able to work full time and keep my current job since the program is in the evening; campus and clinicals are within reasonable commuting distance, hence no pressure to relocate; familiarity with campus since I have taken prereqs there.
Cons: Gateway's program is relatively new (3-4 years old); no financial aid eligibility for program.
Any feedback or advice from people attending either of these programs? I would like more information before making a decision. Thanks in advance.
Orientation included ordering our uniforms, ugh... elastic waist and tapered legs. We were told we would have no life for 2 years, (no surprise there). We were also given our book list for the fall semester. We will be meeting again in June for a two-day orientation. There are a few more dates throughout the summer when we will meet again. We were given a 50 page booklet to read and will be tested on it next time. It is a lot to soak in, but is also very exciting. Good luck with your orientation!
beanie29
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How was the orientation? Mine isn't until May 30th (TRCC).. I'll live vicariously through you
I can't wait for mine! :)