So I may be a bit early, considering the 2017 class is just now getting their acceptance letters for this coming Fall. But since late last year, I've been preparing to apply to the NJCU ABSN Jersey City cohort that will begin in 2018. I wasn't able to apply to the 2017 cohort as my prerequisites were not finished in time. I figured others may be in the same boat, so I figured why not get the conversation going. The application will open in October, and that's creeping up quickly, as it always does.
Therefore, I'd like to start this forum to discuss any questions or concerns we might have. I'm attending the info seminar next Wednesday, 3/29 at 5 PM - anyone else going? Some of my concerns are financial aid, specifically how much non-need based aid is available as many of us may not qualify for need-based aid if we work full time now. I currently work in Financial Aid, so if you have any questions about that, I'd be happy to give any info I have. I'm also curious about credit requirements for prereqs - I can't seem to find specific numbers (e.g. how many A&P credits do we need).
Overall, I hope to connect with others who are interested in applying to start in 2018, Jersey City and Wall - please share your thoughts, and I look forward to speaking with you!
I think that the "average class score" is last years according to the FAQ on Evolve. This would make sense since there is still students taking the exam for this year.
I need some advice.. I'm planning on taking online classes for pre requisite classes (university of Phoenix), does anyone know if njcu accepts credits from online classes? I'm currently working full time and online classes seem ideal... thank you!!!
The deadline for the Jersey City campus ABSN program is quickly approaching. As a result, there has been a significant increase in call volume. Applicants are asked to refrain from contacting the Nursing Department by phone to determine their application status. Instead, please refer to your NursingCAS account to track the status of your application. ABSN applications are accessed by Nursing Department Personnel directly from the NursingCAS portal, thus, it is not necessary for applicants to contact the department to determine whether or not an application has been received. If there are any specific questions that cannot be addressed by NursingCAS customer support, please send all inquiries/questions by email to: [email protected].
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Thank you for your patience at this time and Good Luck!
I wish everyone the best of luck! The first hard part (i.e. applying) is over. :)
Rose001
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I think that the "average class score" is last years according to the FAQ on Evolve. This would make sense since there is still students taking the exam for this year.
-Rose