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going back to school

I'm starting WGU's RN-BSN program on 11/1! I have been thinking about going for my BSN for a while (I've been an RN for 5 years). No time is ever perfect, so I've decided to bite the bullet.

Wish me luck! Three kids, two jobs, and one BSN degree, Oh, my!

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    Excellent! Two thumbs up. What a wonderful experience to have your kids witness, too. I'm sure they are very proud of you.

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    I did start. Currently sitting this semester out.

    Good luck!

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    I did start. Currently sitting this semester out.

    Good luck!

    What school? Online?

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    i've been thinking about applying there for a MSN. My big hesitation being moolah....

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    I recently completed University of Texas at Arlington's online program. I found it enjoyable and not extremely difficult. Do you have any core classes to complete? I also used Chegg.com to rent books, I always looked at Amazon and other book rentals before making my final purchase. I was surprised I liked gerontology, I just related it to what my parents will soon be going through. If you need any other advice you can PM me.

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    i've been thinking about applying there for a MSN. My big hesitation being moolah....

    I don't think they hand out a lot of grant money for a master's degree, but with my status as a single mom, receiving no child support and my sad income--well, it won't cost me too much out of pocket. I just applied for a scholarship too, which may cut my OOP cost even more. Fingers crossed!

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    What school? Online?

    SUNY Empire

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    Good for you! I'm in grad school right now and the juggle is sometimes really hard but it's great for my kids to see me going after what I want and working hard for it. Good luck!

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    I got nauseous just READING about you returning to school. I admire your enthusiasm. Good Luck!

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    Check to see if you get reimbursed by the school district for courses. They even let me use my annual PD $$ to go towards a class and at the end of the year, anyone can put in for $$ not used by the district that is slated for courses work.

    Some years it is a a great return, others not so much depending on the number of people going to school and looking for tuition reimbursement.

    Good for you! Good Luck!!!

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    Congrats!! I'm working on my MSN now through Thomas Edison State College. All online except practicums.

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    Finished my BSN online with Cumberland University. Wonderful program! They are starting their MSN program up and I have already spoken to the director and I will be a candidate. I plan to specialize in Nursing Education. I do not want bedside care or to be a Nurse Practitioner. No Spank You!

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