Grand Canyon RN-BSN

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Is there any updated information? I have been in heavy contact with them and am looking at taking their RN-BSN program. I work with a GCU grad and she has nothing but positive things to say, but I want more opinions. ?

Any pro's and cons? Thankfully the only class I'm missing is stats and that is offered in the actual BSN program. I'm a bit nervous as my algebra skills are way old. If anyone took this class, do you have any advice?

I have always wanted it. I had to put said ex thru Master's School, raise children and give up everything as he was gone months at a time.

Now, I want it.

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I have always wanted it. I had to put said ex thru Master's School, raise children and give up everything as he was gone months at a time.

Now, I want it.

Lets go then,lol atGCU if ur paying out of pocket, u can go at ur own pace...if u have student loans, not the case......have u looked at WGU..many seem to like it?
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Have looked at WGU... and I know it is a great program. However, for some reason I am drawn to GCU.

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I guess the main reason why I went with GCU is they did not hound me! Some schools phoned and emailed, and I thought the price was fair. You should see if they would let u take IGC-100..its just an intro class to the layout of the online classroom.....it really is NOT a class, no work to do....you just get to see how it is all laid out....

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Hi pink. I'm gonna chime in here. I am over 50 and decided to go back to school. Like you, I was drawn to GCU. I am on my 8th class with 3 more to go to finish my BSN. As flames said it isn't easy, but it is doable. I decided to go back because I have always wanted to finish my degree, and I prefer to do that on my terms vs. my employer stating I needed to have it done by a certain time. Also, I feel this will open some doors down the line. So, I guess I went back for personal and professional reasons. Don't let age hold you back, go for it!

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Thank you Ranch! Much appreciated. As I age, I may want to move to another state. Many states require a BSN now... Colorado for instance. I am not in a financial situation where I can retire, nor do I think I want to. Even older, I think I will need a part time job because, I am not surrounded by lots of family. Or outside interests... I try, but I guess you can call me an introvert/extrovert... I just read it is one who can be very social, talk to ppl, etc... (for me esp in nursing).... But I need my space and quiet time.

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I hear you Rose... I graduated with a 3 year diploma in 1978....did you go forward with GCU?

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I just got hired for a new job..and somehow introvert/extrovert came up.....I stated my patients think I'm a very extroverted person as I am always chatting with them.....and I enjoy that..same thing with my co-workers at work. But out in public I am very much an introvert, I can go days without really speaking to anyone besides my wife....and if she is away..just my dogs and cat,lol

yes some places really do want a BSN, but I would think experience should count more....sad that it doesn't in some cases......GL Pink, u can do it.....lot of resources to help one succeed....school has tutors..think they provided writing assistance......ask away here....

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Hey 4mranch, we are in the same boat. 8 down, 3 to go. are you in the traditional PICO group or did they switch you over the the new group? I start research next month.

Pink, I'm pushing 40, but I don't think your ever too old. I've been in some version of school on and off for 15 years (took me a while to settle into my forever desire for nursing cause we move a lot). I don't regret any of it. It keeps your brain active, keeps you young, and certainly doesn't hurt job prospects.

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Thank you!

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Hi lanoneus, I am in the new group. Sure would like to hear from some that have gone through and completed the newer program with the longer Capstone.

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When did the longer capstone class start?? GL to whoever the guinua pigs were..no fun being the first

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