I have offers from two different nursing schools--UMass Amherst and PBA. Both freshman direct entry programs and from what I know, both solid programs. Here's the thing. PBA is much less expensive than UMass and closer to home. But, PBA doesn't have a very recognizable name from what I've gathered talking to current nurses. So here are my questions...
1. Do employers care where you went to school?
2. Will going to UMass, a highly acclaimed program and one of the best in the country, give me an edge over other new grads? An edge worth the cost difference?
3. How feasible is it to pay off student loans with a nurse's salary?
I definitely want to get my BSN because in my area, ADN jobs are few and far between. Plus, for they money I'd spend on my associates, I would just rather get more and better training in a reputable BSN program.
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Okay, AN. I seriously need some advice here...
I have offers from two different nursing schools--UMass Amherst and PBA. Both freshman direct entry programs and from what I know, both solid programs. Here's the thing. PBA is much less expensive than UMass and closer to home. But, PBA doesn't have a very recognizable name from what I've gathered talking to current nurses. So here are my questions...
1. Do employers care where you went to school?
2. Will going to UMass, a highly acclaimed program and one of the best in the country, give me an edge over other new grads? An edge worth the cost difference?
3. How feasible is it to pay off student loans with a nurse's salary?
I definitely want to get my BSN because in my area, ADN jobs are few and far between. Plus, for they money I'd spend on my associates, I would just rather get more and better training in a reputable BSN program.
All input is appreciated!! Thank you!!