Kim123

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1. Direct-entry MSN programs

   Kim123 replied to elizabells's topic in Post Graduate

   Thanks Smile 123 and Jess for your tips and advice. I'm on such a tight budget, so this really helps. Jess- I'll make sure to say hi to your friend Rich in September. Take Care! Kim

2. Direct-entry MSN programs

   Kim123 replied to elizabells's topic in Post Graduate

   Hi Everyone! I was writing more often back when we were all still waiting for acceptance letters (a time period that I try to block out ). but to refresh, I'm starting the Direct entry MSN at Regis College in Boston this fall (classes, start Sept....

3. Anyone from Regis College?

   Kim123 replied to lablad's topic in Massachusetts

   Sorry to hear about your dilemma. The teaching staff at Regis seem to be very flexible and understanding, so you may want to meet with the director of nursing and see if there's anything you can work out. Good Luck!

4. Direct entry and graduate entry programs II

   Kim123 replied to Gennaver's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi guys! Have you all gotten your stethescope yet? What kind are you getting and where can I get it discounted? I already ordered my clinical scrubs, shirts, lab coat, but that's about it. I just can't afford too much after that! :uhoh21: Thanks ...

5. Anyone from Regis College?

   Kim123 replied to lablad's topic in Massachusetts

   I will be attending the Direct Entry MSN program this Fall at Regis. Not sure if that's the program you're interested in, but I am very excited about it. It does have a great reputation around the Boston area. The classes are offered day and evening...

6. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

   Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi Jess- I can't believe that I never even noticed that MGH doesn't award a BSN, I just assumed they did. Ok, so I feel even better now about going to Regis. :) Thanks so much for your help!!! Kim

7. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

   Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Jess- From what I remember, your friend was in the Psychiatric NP track, right? I ask because I've also applied for that track and was waitlisted at MGH and accepted at Regis. I'm definately happy to go to Regis, but if taken off of the waitlist at...

8. Waiting for letter of acceptance!!!

   Kim123 replied to Jenn22's topic in Pre-Nursing

   thanks for your input and good wishes! i hope you get in as well!

9. Waiting for letter of acceptance!!!

   Kim123 replied to Jenn22's topic in Pre-Nursing

   is that how all waiting lists work for nursing programs? im on a wait list for a direct entry master's program that i would love to get into, so knowing that i would get in next year would be great! kim

10. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Hi guys- I got my acceptance letter from Regis yesterday!!!!! I am so excited and finally over the pity party I was having for myself after I got the reject letter from Simmons. Congradulations Kris on your acceptance to MGH! I'm on the MGH wait...

11. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Jess- I'm taking A& P 1 with Dr. Farmar and Micro with Dr. Saman. Saman is pretty good, very knowledgeable and his exams are manageable, but his accent makes it difficult to understand him all the time (which doesn't help with micro terminology ...

12. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Jess- Do you mind letting me know what your undergrad major was and your GRE, GPA stats? And why you picked Women's Health and Family as specialties? I just want to get an idea of the kind of backgrounds and experience applicants to this direct en...

13. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I applied as Dual Adult/Psych-Mental Health specialty at MGH and Mental Health at Regis. Truth be told, I am not 100% sure about going into this specialty, but I have a Bachelors in Psych from B.C. and have worked as a Mental Health Counselor for the...

14. Hospital jobs, CNA training, Nursing school

    Kim123 replied to kitten0509's topic in Massachusetts

    I also have a BA in psych and applied to Direct Entry NP programs at MGH, Simmons, and Regis, but am waitlisted at 2 of them so far...so im considering accelerated BSN, then BSN to MS What are the 3 Second Career BSN programs you know of in MA? I liv...

15. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    Kim123 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Hi All- Congrats to everyone who has been accepted to some great schools!!! I've been reading this thread while waiting to hear back from direct entry programs in MA for Fall, which has really helped with the anticipation anxiety! I applied to MGH, S...