Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

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Hey Everyone,

Long time lurker here!

I made a promise to myself. The only way that I will ever make an Allnurses account, is when I apply to nursing school. Well, that time has finally arrived, and I just finished submitting my application to the City Colleges of Chicago School of Nursing. I clicked on that submit button like a boss!

Good luck to everyone who applied.

Is it my understanding that on-site clinicals don't start until the 6th-ish week of classes, or did I misunderstand that?

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now we are receiving the email about open registration, like really -_-

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I just got the e-mail that self enrollment is now open. I like how they put that you need to submit current LPN license. Do these people know what they are doing?

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LPN license? Is that needed now? I see that as well, and I'm so confused!

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LPN license? Is that needed now? I see that as well, and I'm so confused!
Right. Im reading the email like what LPN license? I think the last 2 are for the LPNs, the current license & completed co-requisites.
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I think they just got lazy & CC'd us with the Bridge program. Geez! Com'on Malcolm X, at least show some effort that you care. I really hope it's not this stressful for the remaining semesters, but I have a feeling the next 2 years are going to be brutal.

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Do we just register for one clinical day?

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yes register for 1 clinical and 1 lecture

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I'm thinking everything for the subsequent semesters will go more smoothly since everyone is the system. Good luck everyone...see you guys around!

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Okay was anyone else's tuition rate $599.00?? I'm only registered for the one class but $600 doesn't seem right bc of the nursing tuition rate

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Okay was anyone else's tuition rate $599.00?? I'm only registered for the one class but $600 doesn't seem right bc of the nursing tuition rate

When I first registered it was $599 but after a few days it changed to $2429.

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Specializes in DD, Peds, Informatics.

Hi All!!! good luck in your classes! I am a recent Malcolm X Grad(RN - ADN from the LPN bridge program) and I can tell you its not going to be easy. Here are a few pointers to get you through life.

As far as your expectations for organization: lower them right now. I'm probably stating the obvious at this point. The school will forever be in a "transition process". There will be random emails that don't apply, last minute changes and schedules that don't make sense. Stay calm, think of viable solutions and present them in writing. Always remember your student handbook/syllabus is a reference.

As far as your expectations for teachers: raise them. The teachers (the ones that I've had) are considerate and genuinely want to see you learn and retain the information. They work hard for you to be successful without a doubt. They are .the ultimate resource and most would take the extra steps to make sure you can practice as a safe, effective nurse

As far as the campus: use it. There are wonderful nooks and crannies in that building, don't limit yourself to the 5th floor. the library is an option, the lunchroom and the seats by the elevators (but they can get pretty noisy). Don't forget you walk past a gym on your way from the parking lot (I always wanted to use it but 2nd year nursing is what nightmares are made of - Ive had more than a few )

If you are first year and you are a great student with lots of extra time, i encourage you to take another class. the 2429 includes the 12 credit hours in nursing but its a flat rate. you can take another class for free. I took an online anthropology class. I took it in my second year but I would not wish that on anyone! 2nd year nursing is not for the faint of heart.

Use your breaks wisely: Yes they are meant to be rest periods, yes you are tired of studying, but consider it a break of the body - you don't have to travel to school. Expand your mind and read up on the next topics. Usually the start of the semester means hitting the ground running. Don't be stuck at the start gate.

Lastly, make new friends - this is invaluable. not only will you have, well friends, but they are resources in themselves. The exchange of missed questions, unclear pathologist and knowing that you are not in it alone is what will be that icing to your nurse cake.

I wish all of you the best!!

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