New Jersey City University (NJCU) Accelerated Nursing 2019

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Hi all!

I know it may be a bit early but I like to always get the ball rolling. Is there anyone that is looking to apply to the 2019-2020 accelerated nursing cohort at NJCU?? I'm looking to connect so we can keep each other updated throughout the process.

2 minutes ago, Aaraya428 said:

How does this program compare to that of Rutgers? Anything you've heard of about a comparison in terms of preparation to become a nurse, passing NCLEX, difficulty of classes, clinicals?

I will not comment on Rutgers, as I have to have a neutral stance on it since I am unfamiliar with their curriculum/style. HOWEVER, there are a lot of faculty in our program who have graduated from Rutgers and are in the top of their field. This program at NJCU is difficult if you are terrible at time management, don't get along with others, and don't have a good understanding of Anatomy & Physiology. Our NCLEX passing rate (the first time) is in the high 90s. The classes vary in difficulty (e.g. Pathophysiology vs. Contemporary Nursing). Some have a LOT more writing than others. Clinicals can vary too depending on your clinical professor and location you are placed. Medical-surgical is definitely a challenge.

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38 minutes ago, Jyosei said:

It gets busy along with school work, but here it is:

Semester 1: In-School Lab & Geriatrics (Nursing Home)
Semester 2: Adult Health I (Medical-Surgical) & Pediatrics/Obstetrics and Maternity (Split For One Half Of The Semester)
Semester 3: Adult Health II (Medical-Surgical) & Psychiatry/Community Health (Also Split)

Right now, I HIGHLY SUGGEST that everyone reviews Anatomy & Physiology before you start. It is essential to learning assessment, fundamentals, pharmacology, and understanding pathophysiology.

@jyosei Are there other things we should review prior to starting? My one insecurity about this undertaking is that I will not be able to cope with all the classes we are taking, coupled with the clinicals. Are there any classes akin to orgo/physics, that are hard to grasp and require a lot of focused study?

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1 minute ago, Didi425 said:

@jyosei Are there other things we should review prior to starting? My one insecurity about this undertaking is that I will not be able to cope with all the classes we are taking, coupled with the clinicals. Are there any classes akin to orgo/physics, that are hard to grasp and require a lot of focused study?

No, just focus on Anatomy & Physiology as much as you can. You will need this to understand pathological processes, which is critical to nursing care. I promise you, you can and will cope. It's a lot of work, but just keep your head above water and survive together as a group. The best thing is to realize and accept that you won't really truly be ahead (the readings are long), and to remember that you were chosen for the program. Based on whatever credentials you have, the faculty feels you can succeed.

There are no classes akin to the ones that you mentioned. However, consistently with previous cohorts...The hardest classes are Fundamentals of Nursing, Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Adult Health I, Nursing Research, and Adult Health II.

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@maryhamm I wish the outcome was a different one for you. I hope you will continue trying to achieve your dreams because you deserve to. Don't give up. I went through a round a rejections last year that felt very defeating, but you really just have to continue trying. You just need one school to say yes lol and it WILL happen.

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12 hours ago, difay said:

Hello,

I've literally been stalking this forum for months now. I just received an acceptance letter about an hour and a half ago. I don't know how to feel, I did not think I was going to get in. I'm FREAKING out. I live in California I have no idea what to expect. To all those currently in the program or have gone through the program, what do you think?? Was this program everything you could ask for?? This was the only school I applied to, I was planning on applying to more during october, but I'm wondering if I should just stick to this or if this program fosters a lot of graduates who have succeeded and gotten great jobs afterwards... ahhhhh please let me know!!!

One of my classmates is actually from California. The change in scenery is definitely big, but she seems to be coping well with it. She was even able to visit back home for Winter Break and Spring Break.

I love this program, my classmates, and the faculty. Our passing rate for the NCLEX (first time) is in the high 90s. Plus, the graduates are off doing big things. In general, ABSN graduates seem to garner some more respect by employers because you already have some life experience.

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For those that didn't make it in, just know that it is indeed VERY competitive. From talking with Dr. Johnson and other faculty, a lot of the applications seem to be down to the wire as there are many qualified applicants (as I have mentioned earlier - close to 700 for our cohort), but just 60 seats.

The important thing is to not stop trying. Reach out and see what you can possibly improve. If you were truly meant to be a nurse, you can definitely tough ANYTHING out.

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21 minutes ago, Jyosei said:

No, just focus on Anatomy & Physiology as much as you can. You will need this to understand pathological processes, which is critical to nursing care. I promise you, you can and will cope. It's a lot of work, but just keep your head above water and survive together as a group. The best thing is to realize and accept that you won't really truly be ahead (the readings are long), and to remember that you were chosen for the program. Based on whatever credentials you have, the faculty feels you can succeed.

There are no classes akin to the ones that you mentioned. However, consistently with previous cohorts...The hardest classes are Fundamentals of Nursing, Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Adult Health I, Nursing Research, and Adult Health II.

Like muscle movements,attachments, location,and major innervations? I've taken A&P twice, once at Rutgers as an undergrad and several years later at Bergen as a prerequisite and served as an undergraduate lab teaching assistant for Rutgers in the cadaver lab but to be honest some of the more detailed information I have forgotten.?

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1 hour ago, Jyosei said:

I can only speak as a current NJCU ABSN student at the Jersey City campus. NJCU's program is 12 months (although it's realistically 10 months, if you include your breaks). It is the shortest ABSN in the state, that I know of. However, there are currently talks among the faculty of lengthening it to 16 months in the future. The price will be around 32-33k. You will likely have to take out about 1/3 in private loans, with the other 2/3s through FAFSA. Clinicals can be up to an hour away from campus, and you MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE or CARPOOL. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

Can you tell us more about the program? How are you holding up? Is it duable? How’s housing like near campus? Is the success rate of passing the NCLEX and getting a job afterwards high? Overall is it a good program?

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1 minute ago, Aaraya428 said:

Like muscle movements,attachments, location,and major innervations? I've taken A&P twice, once at Rutgers as an undergrad and several years later at Bergen as a prerequisite and served as an undergraduate lab teaching assistant for Rutgers in the cadaver lab but to be honest some of the more detailed information I have forgotten.?

All of those are important, especially when you are doing the Health Assessment class. You will need to remember cranial nerves, where deep tendon reflexes are (DTRs), and muscle groups for mobility/strength testing. Know the major bones too. Some of the landmarks for auscultation and medication administration originate from there. Your credentials will definitely be helpful.

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9 minutes ago, Jyosei said:

One of my classmates is actually from California. The change in scenery is definitely big, but she seems to be coping well with it. She was even able to visit back home for Winter Break and Spring Break.

I love this program, my classmates, and the faculty. Our passing rate for the NCLEX (first time) is in the high 90s. Plus, the graduates are off doing big things. In general, ABSN graduates seem to garner some more respect by employers because you already have some life experience.

Wow thank you so much for responding!! Do you know if it’s an accredited program as well??

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3 minutes ago, difay said:

Can you tell us more about the program? How are you holding up? Is it duable? How’s housing like near campus? Is the success rate of passing the NCLEX and getting a job afterwards high? Overall is it a good program?

I am holding up well, and it is certainly doable. I'm working per-diem still (which I can surprisingly manage). Housing near campus is pretty good, especially where the West Campus is (very nice apartment style living). Some of the girls are living together in houses near campus and will be looking for you guys to take over soon (lol). The success rate for passing the NCLEX is in the high 90s and graduates pretty much all have jobs (from talking with people from the last cohort).

I enjoy the program for the quality of the faculty and the fast pace. It's grueling but very rewarding.

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9 minutes ago, difay said:

Wow thank you so much for responding!! Do you know if it’s an accredited program as well??

Anytime! I am here to help. Also, it is an accreditated program since 1977 through the New Jersey Board of Nursing. The National League of Nursing also has accreditation for the school since 1979. In fact, some of our faculty have roles within the state nursing board (e.g. Dr. Blozen is the president of the NJ State Board of Nursing).

Both the BSN and MSN program are also accreditated by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education in Washington D.C.

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