LSU CARE 2013

CiaraRenee121 · Apr 19, 2013

Hi!

I'm curious do you have to take the HESI entrance exam if you're applying for the Care program? I've just committed to a career change into nursing, so I won't applying until 2014, but I'm just curious on what to expect.

Thanks!

No. I didn't have to take it when I applied last fall!

LSUdude · Apr 22, 2013

Hi!
I'm curious do you have to take the HESI entrance exam if you're applying for the Care program? I've just committed to a career change into nursing, so I won't applying until 2014, but I'm just curious on what to expect.
Thanks!

Nope no HESI is needed, but you do need a bachelors degree from an accredited university.

Jujunola · Apr 22, 2013

Thanks! I'm a graduate of LSU with Bachelors in Mass Communications and Spanish. So, we're good there.

I did send my unofficial transcript to the Admissions Director, at her request, so she can tell me what I'm lacking.

Just judging by the classes on the website,it looks like all I'd need is a Microbiology class before applying and 1 hr of Bio Lab. I took a 3 hour course in school and passed with a B. All of my grades are A's and B's, so hopefully I'm on good track!.

anoynomous · Apr 24, 2013

i have been looking through the forms that need to be completed before registration in August. Have yall found anything about a drug test? Do we take a drug test before we start? I am just trying to get everything scheduled.

mede102 · Apr 25, 2013

I was really sad when I got my letter this week saying I didnt get in. I was placed on the "alternate list". Aside from the obvious what does that really mean? I figured I could use my free time until the next application period to take abnormal psych. Do I really have a shot?

LSUdude · May 2, 2013

@ mede102 don't give up hope! I got my letter a week or so ago and it said I was on the alternate list also...but today I got a phone call and they offered me a spot because somebody backed out! There's still a chance so keep your head up!

Glad to be a part of the next CARE group yall!

LSUdude · May 2, 2013

By the way if anyone knows anybody looking for a guy roommate please let me know!

PMB84 · May 2, 2013

How do I join the FB group? I'd like to get in touch with some classmates before August!

nolalola · May 2, 2013

Mede - YES!!!! If you are placed on the alternate list you still have a great shot. We have several people in our group who were alternates, and one of them got the call literally 30 minutes before orientation started! The program is extremely competitive, and sometimes a fraction of one point separates someone who gets accepted from someone who gets an alternate. It really doesn't reflect on your capabilities or potential at all so don't be discouraged - it's just a numbers game. Good luck!!

growingseeking · May 4, 2013

Anyone know of what course would be accepted for abnormal psych? I emailed the main contact person, and she said that the LSU distance course was not accepted. I'd really like to get it out of the way before the semester starts!

raesymone · May 5, 2013

Anyone know of what course would be accepted for abnormal psych? I emailed the main contact person and she said that the LSU distance course was not accepted. I'd really like to get it out of the way before the semester starts![/quote']
I'd like to know too! My degree is in psychology, so hopefully they accept mine.

tesslynb · May 8, 2013

Just seeing this forum. Congrats to all who were accepted! I found out about my acceptance almost a month ago from today. Don't lose heart if you are on the alternate list. I know someone who was offered a spot in late June!