Interamerican College now United States University

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Anyone applying to this program?

Specializes in ER psych.

I spoke to the admissions lady. She said you can get the BSN through them, but it's an additional 10-12 months (plus fees)

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The complete bsn portion costs $29,400 which is a lot cheaper than most bsn programs. Also you can work while you're doing this program so it wont be as much of a burden. I wouldnt consider this an accelerated program though becuase its true its almost 2 years in length. And yes, if you only choose to do the RN portion you dont get a degree of any kind, so they strongly suggest you do the bsn portion as well. Here is the breakdown of information I got from a counselor::

1. what is the breakdown of how long each segment in the program is

RN - 16 months, classes are 1-2 times per week in the evening from 5:30-10pm, clinicals are on the weekend - either Sunday or Saturday... usually Sundays from 7am-7pm (typical nursing shift)

BSN - 8 months/8 Classes (2 classes every 8 weeks)

MSN - 20 months, Fridays and Saturdays, clinicals are one on one with a MD or FNP to be scheduled at your convenience.

RN, BSN, MSN)

2. tuiton/fees breakdown

RN - $19,800, $550/unit - 36 units total

BSN - $400/unit - 24 units, 8 classes

MSN - $650/unit - 49 units

Hope this helps! I applied for the January cohort! ;D

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I was just told about this program today. I will be calling them in the morning but in the meantime was googling it. I have my BA and just applied for CSUSM ABSN program that starts in Jan 2011. This program sounds promising with the MSN, but now that I am reading all of these posts, I am not so sure. It seems like a long program and expensive. When are applications due for the Jan 2011 cohort? Anyone have any input? Does anyone live in North San Diego who would be willing to carpool?:confused:

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Program isnt NLN or CCNE accredited based on the original research I did...it is approved by the California Board of Nursing. There are several SD hospitals that require a BSN or higher from NLN school. This school is not NLN accredited.

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I am also learning more about their ELMSN program. The downside to this program is that you dont get any degree after the 16 months completion. Although you might pass the NCLEX exam, but how many employers out there would hire you as an RN without any type of degree to show. The cost for 16 months is attractive, but you need to continue your education and earn BSN or MSN in order to completely earn a degree. I am enrolling in two evening classes at the campus and from my understanding. They plan to move into a new modern like campus in two months just south of western college.

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When asked about how I am be able to find a job as a registered nurse considering many hospitals out there might look to see if I have earn either an associate degree or bachelor degree in nursing. Here is what the Director or Nurse said,

"The difference is that when the prior degree student takes NCLEX

at the completion of the prelicensure content but prior to completion

of the Master's degree, they will be classified by the BRN as a

graduate because of the prior degree."

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I'm a current student at United States University. I started in September 2009 (Cohort 2) and I hope to finish Dec/Jan.

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Hi folks, please help me understand this- ELMSN is not a Masters Degree? Entry Level Masters of Science in Nursing sounds like a degreel, doesn't it? So it is not really a degree? So what is it? A certificate of completion?

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Specializes in ER psych.

don't know, they do some funky sort of programs over there. Their programs don't get you BSNs or Masters _unless_ you take like another years worth of classes.

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ELMSN does not offer any degree or certification but rather prepare you for the NCLEX exam. You then have the option to work or continue your education to go for BSN which you do get a degree and about 8 additional months. Are you interested in the program Kayipster?

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Yes, very much so.

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-Kayipster- As a matter of fact, I am taking two courses at that campus in hope to get in for the January. I would advice you to visit the campus and get a quick tour before making your final choice. By the way, the school are moving into a much larger and modernlike building which are still under construction. there will be two new campus and it should be ready within 3 or 4 months. By then, expect larger class and more applicants applying for the program. The cost of the program are much affordable then other institute such as Kaplan, National, SDSU and so on. Take the time to check it out bro.

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