JUst out of curiosity.... please reply

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Hi guys,

I'm a graduate of BSN degree from the Philippines, Just out of curiosity, if I want to study additional credits or a master's degree in the U.S. what would I do first? Would you have any idea if there are any schools in the Tri-state area that would accept me? Or any additional data would be greatly appreciated.

I know its a long shot but i'm just really curious if it is possible. Thanks in advance for all the information you can provide.

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Hi guys,

I'm a graduate of BSN degree from the Philippines, Just out of curiosity, if I want to study additional credits or a master's degree in the U.S. what would I do first? Would you have any idea if there are any schools in the Tri-state area that would accept me? Or any additional data would be greatly appreciated.

I know its a long shot but i'm just really curious if it is possible. Thanks in advance for all the information you can provide.

you apply as international student to the university in the area you want to live but be aware that it will be very expensive and you will be coming in on F1 and very resticted on working especially the first year and you have to prove up front that you are able to support yourself. Another option is to go to the US with an employer and get GC and then do your study whilst working, you may even get help and support from the hospital, the fees may be a little cheaper than as an international student

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you apply as international student to the university in the area you want to live but be aware that it will be very expensive and you will be coming in on F1 and very resticted on working especially the first year and you have to prove up front that you are able to support yourself. Another option is to go to the US with an employer and get GC and then do your study whilst working, you may even get help and support from the hospital, the fees may be a little cheaper than as an international student

That is a good idea. I am in the Phoenix area and the hospital where I work pays $5250 a year for tuition which would help a lot. And after you live in the area for a year with the green card you would be paying in state tuition. One of the NP's (Nurse Practitioners) I work with got her full tuition paid for and she went to ASU (Arizona State University which is in Tempe just outside the Phoenix area).

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That is a good idea. I am in the Phoenix area and the hospital where I work pays $5250 a year for tuition which would help a lot. And after you live in the area for a year with the green card you would be paying in state tuition. One of the NP's (Nurse Practitioners) I work with got her full tuition paid for and she went to ASU (Arizona State University which is in Tempe just outside the Phoenix area).

it is good if you can get an employer to help with fees, and thank you to informing us on someone you know who has done it. Here in the UK it is hard to get the employer to pay or give you time unless it is to their advantage and even then you really have to pull at it to get their support.

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hey guys, thanks! do you have any idea around how much would i need to prepare just incase i decide to go to school there as an international student? just a rough estimation...

You've been very helpful thanks!

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hey guys, thanks! do you have any idea around how much would i need to prepare just incase i decide to go to school there as an international student? just a rough estimation...

You've been very helpful thanks!

Not sure how much graduate work would cost but when I attended community college for my associates degree in nursing it cost roughly 3x the cost of an american student, as the international rate. If you contact the university in the area you are interested in most of them have a director of international students who would be able to give you an idea of cost. And yes, you have to prove that you would be able to show financial support for tuition, living expenses and health insurance for the time it would take to complete your degree. But one advantage would be after completing your degree you would qualify for OPT which is a one year work visa if retrogression was still around. Just something to keep in mind.

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You will need to start with having the CES done, that is required for all programs before you will be accepted. The fees for grad school as an International student are outrageous, in addition to having provide proof of being able to study here full-time and not work, which means being able to pay for housing as well.

Definitely would wait until you were in the US and working with a green card before considering starting the program, any program. Cost will be about 1/3 of what you would be paying and many employers actually have tuition reimbursement programs where they will cover the majority of your expenses.

Best of luck to you.

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Not sure how much graduate work would cost but when I attended community college for my associates degree in nursing it cost roughly 3x the cost of an american student, as the international rate. If you contact the university in the area you are interested in most of them have a director of international students who would be able to give you an idea of cost. And yes, you have to prove that you would be able to show financial support for tuition, living expenses and health insurance for the time it would take to complete your degree. But one advantage would be after completing your degree you would qualify for OPT which is a one year work visa if retrogression was still around. Just something to keep in mind.

Off topic for you: Did you get your petition submitted this week?:balloons:

Just thinking about this, you would be one that could benefit from this.

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Off topic for you: Did you get your petition submitted this week?:balloons:

Just thinking about this, you would be one that could benefit from this.

Suzanne,

Are you addressing me? Yes we did submit. Since I was ready for July 2 it was submitted and delivered in Nebraska service center today. Yeah!!!!

My attorney is very cautious and thorough. I am very lucky and feel so fortunate to have been able to get in the queue. That is all I really wanted. Not expecting anything to happen quickly but delighted just the same.

My attorney says there is a lot of discussion about bridge legislation still and as you have been saying all along that is the best thing for nurses. I think in previous years nurses have been very fortunate and finally realizing what all the others have been dealing with in EB3. It seems there has been a bit of frustration from those in CP that don't agree with the AOS process but it does seem like those with interviews in July are getting green cards now. I am really happy for those succeeding. Ironically back in October you mentioned something about July so kind of interesting that we are being granted this gift now just even being able to apply and do consider it a privilege to already be in the US.

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Thanks suzanne4 and RNGrad2006! You've been a great help... thanks for all the informations you provided!:)

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Suzanne,

Are you addressing me? Yes we did submit. Since I was ready for July 2 it was submitted and delivered in Nebraska service center today. Yeah!!!!

My attorney is very cautious and thorough. I am very lucky and feel so fortunate to have been able to get in the queue. That is all I really wanted. Not expecting anything to happen quickly but delighted just the same.

My attorney says there is a lot of discussion about bridge legislation still and as you have been saying all along that is the best thing for nurses. I think in previous years nurses have been very fortunate and finally realizing what all the others have been dealing with in EB3. It seems there has been a bit of frustration from those in CP that don't agree with the AOS process but it does seem like those with interviews in July are getting green cards now. I am really happy for those succeeding. Ironically back in October you mentioned something about July so kind of interesting that we are being granted this gift now just even being able to apply and do consider it a privilege to already be in the US.

Glad to hear that you got it submitted. You have been in the US several years, and very appropriate for you to be able to go thru the AOS process. What I have issue with is those that are coming to the US under the tourist visa with the idea of jumping ahead of the others now, especially since we are seeing delays and cancellations of interviews that were scheduled for next month. Someone coming to the US that has not even taken the NCLEX exam, and expects to be able to stay and just start to work is not sitting pretty with me right now. Last year I was more accepting, especially when there were visas, etc. But with what we have seen going on the past year and people waiting more than 18 months in many cases, I find it plain rude that some just care about themselves and are willing to take cuts in line just to attempt to help themselves. But the issue is that immigration is going to be watching very closely right now, and expect to see quite a few denials, especially those that came over on B1/B2 visas with the intention of staying. They are going to have to prove that they did not have double intent and this is going to get many. Burden of proof is on them, not on immigration. Attorneys do not care, they are still getting paid.

Enough of my soap box tonight.

And I am so glad to hear that it got submitted for you...... Now go out and celebrate.

:balloons::balloons::balloons::balloons:

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Thanks suzanne4 and RNGrad2006! You've been a great help... thanks for all the informations you provided!:)

You are quite welcome.

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