FNP student applying as "non-degree seeking"??

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I am applying to the FNP program at TWU in Dallas. Originally I was intending to begin in Spring 2009, but I recently decided that I would try to get in for Fall 2008 if possible. My application was submitted two months prior to the Fall deadline, so I emailed the FNP advisor to see if there was any way to work it out. She said that the only way to do it would be to re-apply as a non-degree seeking student. I emailed her back to ask how that would affect my degree and my place in the program longterm and she hasnt responded yet.

Has anyone done this before? I dont want to finish the program and then end up having problems at graduation...

Any advice would be appreciated!

~~Rachel

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Specializes in Trauma,ER,CCU/OHU/Nsg Ed/Nsg Research.

It shouldn't affect your graduation status, but it will likely affect your financial aid status. You won't be able to get Stafford loans or gov't grants if you are registered as a non-degree-seeking student. If you will be relying on these, you may want to reconsider.

It seems they have already made their picks for the Fall. You might want to ask if you can be wait-listed in case anyone drops out.

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The hospital I currently work for will be paying for my tuition, but I didnt think about that being an issue... thanks for making that point!! Ill be calling HR to look into that.

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Specializes in Trauma,ER,CCU/OHU/Nsg Ed/Nsg Research.

No problem- that's great that your hospital is paying 100% graduate tuition! You can't beat that.

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