Published Oct 7, 2014
pHdavis13
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This is a question for people that are currently in or graduated from these two programs. I recently got accepted to both schools and I'm having trouble picking one.
Lonestar- higher NCLEX pass rate last year
WCJC-relatively closer geographically (9 miles vs 18 miles)
Tuition- (out of district, similar)
Program length (Lonestar 5 semesters vs WCJC 4 semesters)
Clinicals start second semester at Lonestar, clinicals start immediately at WCJC.
So if anyone can give me some input to help me make a decision that would be great!
HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD
9,051 Posts
Lonestar has a much more established reputation in the Houston metro area. Keep in mind that ADN grads are having a very hard time finding hospital jobs in the area. Just want you to be fully informed and realize that you may need to focus on outlying areas or non-acute environments after you graduate.
Best of luck to you in your educational journey!