How much to study?

[beccaboo322]

Hi there, I just got accepted into a BSN program (yay!) and I was wondering about how much I should expect to dedicate to studying? I've always been a good student and usually don't have any problems remembering things, but I wanted to see how others dealt with nursing school. Thanks in advance guys! :]

[ChrisMarie09]

I spend maybe 1-2 hours per night reviewing things and doing homework. I also take 3-4 hours each day on the weekends. So that comes out to about 10-20 hours per week. I understand it and have been able to apply the material on tests and in clinical without a problem. I refuse to slave my life away reading 2000 page books and thousands of PowerPoint slides for hours on end, and frankly, I don't need to. There's a point where your brain just shuts down and doesn't retain the information and you are doing your self a disservice.

[Kimynurse]

At least 24 hours on and off, four classes 14 credits and I work

[ArrowRN, BSN, RN]

At least 24 hours on and off, four classes 14 credits and I work

thats impressive, what do u take coffee? I'm thinking of getting a summer job but i don't want to ruin my grades.

[Fireman767]

I do 6 hours a day minimum and get A's. Ive seen people do less and get around the same, but it really depends on how well you retain the information.

[seriouslyserious, LPN]

study for as long as you can. when you cannot retain anything else, that is it for the day. the more you memorize, the better prepared you will be for the questions. concept maps/care plans are a big assistance, also. this semester was a wake up call for lots of students in my cohort. NOTE: we're comprised of 3.7 GPA +. 1/3 of my class failed because they prioritized everything other than school. i'm not the brightest person, but i have good work ethics... take it for what it is worth.