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.

Hi All - I'm looking to apply to NJCU 2019 cohort, too. I've also submitted my application for Columbia's MDE/DNP Program, since I'm really interested in pursuing a career as a PMHNP. My worry with Columbia is its cost.

I have been considering applying to NJCU's ABSN, and then applying for MSNs and DNPs, the latter at CU as first choice. I'm wondering if anyone else is in a similar boat -- in that the goal is to become an APRN in a cost and time efficient manner? Where else are you applying to or where else did you apply to? (I've also been considering MGH and Rutgers.)

Any insight and suggestions welcome!

Hi everyone!

I'm super excited to apply to the NJCU Accelerated BSN at Wall Campus. I have a Masters in Public Health and hope I can utilize that education within the nursing setting. Eventual goal is to be a nurse practitioner.

It's been a while since I've taken some of the pre-requisites so I'm a little apprehensive about the HESI. Anyone know of recommended study books/guides? I feel like there are so many listed online, I'm not quite sure which to study from. I need to refresh on anatomy & physiology.

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Hey! Yeah they recommend the Hesi book by Elsevier ISBN 9780323353786 Admission Assessment Exam Review, 4th Edition. It's not a big book at all, so I'm supplementing it with some Anatomy and Physiology review books. I got this one- Barron's E-Z anatomy and physiology from the library. I'm apprehensive about the test too. At the informational for Jersey City, they said to definitely clear the 80 minimum score, but to really aim to be in the 90s.

Thank you for the response. I will definitely check those books out. Also thank you for the heads up!

Hey Everyone!

I also plan to apply to NJCU Jersey City campus. My background is in public health, I took the prerequisites back in 2010 and I recently

retook the sciences again online. I'm just worried about the competitiveness and the HESI exam.

I've been looking into this school for about a year now but haven't visited. Does anyone know when the next information session will be ?

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Hi everyone,

I graduated from the accelerated NJCU 2017-2018 Jersey City cohort. If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask! I remember looking through these forums when I was first applying and I understand that it is a stressful process. Good luck! :)

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Hi!

Thanks so much ! I have a few questions... Are the nursing instructors helpful ? What does a typical week of classes and clinical look like ? And in your opinion what was the most difficult part of the program ?

I would say the program is what you put into it...if you need extra assistance, the instructors are willing to meet with you after class. However, you definitely need to put a lot of work on your own. My advice would be to study everyday and never try to cram for an exam. There are 3 semesters total and classes/clinicals varied each semester. The first semester was more classes than clinical. I believe we were always out by 4pm the latest. The second semester was definitely the toughest in my opinion (which answers your third question). That semester there were tough classes and then clinical one day during the week, and then one day on the weekend. Third semester also involved clinical twice a week (mine were Thursday and Friday) and class M-W. I heard they changed things up a bit this year though. Overall, I would say it was a difficult and intense program, but if you work hard you can do it! I hope this answers your questions!

thanks for answering these questions! they were so helpful. do you think it's doable to have a job while in the program?? & how did you pay for it being that it was a second degree?

I know some people worked part time while in the program, but I didn't work at all. If you do work, I think you would only be able to do something very part time and that has a flexible work schedule. Each semester was different with scheduling, so I personally am glad I didn't work. If you are able to manage not working for the year and only focusing on school, I would recommend that. However, it is doable if completely necessary.

I took out the maximum I could from federal loans for a second bachelors degree (12,500) and then I paid for the rest with private student loans. I used discover and took out enough to cover tuition plus some extra to help with living for the year. It was tough not working for a year since I'm sure most people (including me) were used to a full time income in the past, but it'll be worth it! :)

Hi! Can I ask what your stats were for your application to the program?

HESI, GPA, cumulative and pre req?

Thanks!

Hi,

I got a 92 on the HESI, had a 3.3 GPA from my first degree, and a 4.0 GPA for prereqs.

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