Nursing Seats open

Natingale, EdD, RN · Apr 23, 2008

Molloy is 600 dollars per credit, thats why theres so many seats open. I have a co worker that goes there and is 30k in debt. What a wonderful way to finish college eh?

Good luck to everyone ! !

YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!

Post Edit: Oh yeah NCC is 160 per credit. Thats a PRETTY dramatic difference considering theyre 10 minutes away from each other. Once you graduate a BSN nurse will only make 1600 more a -year-

tabrown1 · Apr 24, 2008

Well there are students on this website going to NYU, LIU, Aldephi, that are paying more than $600 a credit. I'm sure they have a game plan to pay it off. Plus many of us don't live in the Long Island area. Anyway, most likely someone maybe from Molloy,NYU, LIU, an Aldephi will be your Nurse manager since you don't have the creditial to hold that position.

Natingale, EdD, RN · Apr 24, 2008

Well there are students on this website going to NYU, LIU, Aldephi, that are paying more than $600 a credit. I'm sure they have a game plan to pay it off. Plus many of us don't live in the Long Island area. Anyway, most likely someone maybe from Molloy,NYU, LIU, an Aldephi will be your Nurse manager since you don't have the creditial to hold that position.

Actually Tabrown, Im sorry if I rubbed you off the wrong way. You are coming off defensive, I will also like to point out there is a ADN nurse in my ER with I think 5 years experience in that e.r., and shes assistant nurse manager. I will also like to mention, I dont intend on settling, I do plan on going back to school once I get my license. Who knows we might run into each other someday.

My gripe is paying 1800 dollars for religion, and I got the impression from quite a few people that their program is ehhh mediocre. Thats all, JMHO. Lets get back on topic, thank you for the post. I was just trying to point out sometimes good things are worth waiting for.

tabrown1 · Apr 25, 2008

No problem, when I got to school, I felt I over reacted on my comments. I'm happy that all of us are not paying the high price it is for nursing school at some of these universities. I actually use to work at admissions at my school up untill a month ago. Some students want to get into a program so bad that I know that some will pay the high tuition. I use to get the phone calls, and you wouldn't believe how desperate how some applicants want to just GET IN. I just want some to know there are plenty of seats there at those schools.

I'm happy that you have a awesome advantage about going to the ADN to the BSN is that school is not as stressful. Also you have your choice of any school you want to attend almost. I hardly hear students failing out or complaining how tough it is. I could be wrong but that the impression I get. I'm happy your in NCC, I heard its a excellant school.

BSNin2008 · Apr 27, 2008

One thing to keep in mind as well is that because community colleges are so much cheaper and you still become an RN, the competition is VERY tough. I was at Queensborough Community College and the GPA getting into the program was 3.9. Since I only had a 3.6 I applied to Adelphi and got in there. I am graduating in 3 weeks. :yeah:

In retrospect, even though I have alot more student loan debt, I am glad I am starting out with a BS vs an AS. Also, some hospitals in NYC area only higher BS prepared nurses. These hospitals also pay a little more than hospitals who hire AS prepared nurses.

BS or AS, I think we all rock! Once I start working it won't matter to me if the other RN's are BS or AS degrees, as long as they are a good nurse.

:nurse: 22 days 'til graduation!!!

BeenThereDoneThat74, MSN, RN · Apr 28, 2008

I have worked in a few hospitals, and taught in a few schools in the queens/LI area, but of course, my opinion is just that...my opinion.

Molloy is a very good school, IMO. I completed my BSN there, and got my MSN there. I already had my RN when I got there, so I cannot personally vouch for the basic RN program (the completion program is different), but I have worked with many Molloy grads and they are very well prepared. Molloy has a very good reputation on LI. Yes, it is very expensive, (trust me, I am paying off the student loans...grrrr), but to me, it was worht it (at least for the MS).

I only know what I hear, but I can't imagine that anyone can get into any program, just because there are seats open. And even if they do let you in, it doesn't mean you are going to stay in. Nursing school is tough, no matter where you go. And if the school is not tough enough, it will show in NCLEX results, and then big changes need to be made (like raising the bar for admissions and passing).

As far as Cochoran, I do not know much about the admissions process, but they have to consider GPAs and science grades. In other words, if everyone else who is applying has gotten A's and B's in their pre-req's and you have a C, you won't get in. There may not be a minimum GPA per se (or a lower minimum than the CC's), but they are still going to take the best of the bunch.

It's all about supply and demand. the cheaper schools have more applicants, the CC's have more applicants (faster track to RN), so they can be more selective, because they have a bigger applicant pool.

tabrown1 · May 5, 2008

I have worked in a few hospitals, and taught in a few schools in the queens/LI area, but of course, my opinion is just that...my opinion.
Molloy is a very good school, IMO. I completed my BSN there, and got my MSN there. I already had my RN when I got there, so I cannot personally vouch for the basic RN program (the completion program is different), but I have worked with many Molloy grads and they are very well prepared. Molloy has a very good reputation on LI. Yes, it is very expensive, (trust me, I am paying off the student loans...grrrr), but to me, it was worht it (at least for the MS).
I only know what I hear, but I can't imagine that anyone can get into any program, just because there are seats open. And even if they do let you in, it doesn't mean you are going to stay in. Nursing school is tough, no matter where you go. And if the school is not tough enough, it will show in NCLEX results, and then big changes need to be made (like raising the bar for admissions and passing).
As far as Cochoran, I do not know much about the admissions process, but they have to consider GPAs and science grades. In other words, if everyone else who is applying has gotten A's and B's in their pre-req's and you have a C, you won't get in. There may not be a minimum GPA per se (or a lower minimum than the CC's), but they are still going to take the best of the bunch.
It's all about supply and demand. the cheaper schools have more applicants, the CC's have more applicants (faster track to RN), so they can be more selective, because they have a bigger applicant pool.

I understand what you mention about the admission process at Cochran. Many students are not aware of the school. The school is in Yonkers, just outside of the Bronx. But like I mention before, you need a C+ or better in A&P 1,2, high school Algebra, bio, and chemistry. If you didn't take in high school, a C+ or better in college. That is all what you need to apply, and get accepted, there is plenty of seats still open (roll in basis). You still need to take Micro, Eng, Socilogy, and Nutrition, but you can actually start the Nursing theory program without them (not recommended). I know, I use to work there. You do have to take a entrance exam, (TEAS ATI TESTING). But they do have a high NCLEX passing rate. Plus they have a fast track program in which you can finish school in a 1 1/2 years. There are no easy nursing programs, but it very difficult to get in program, I just wanted to let students know about Molloy and Cochran.

Sweetpink06 · May 15, 2008

I understand what you mention about the admission process at Cochran. Many students are not aware of the school. The school is in Yonkers, just outside of the Bronx. But like I mention before, you need a C+ or better in A&P 1,2, high school Algebra, bio, and chemistry. If you didn't take in high school, a C+ or better in college. That is all what you need to apply, and get accepted, there is plenty of seats still open (roll in basis). You still need to take Micro, Eng, Socilogy, and Nutrition, but you can actually start the Nursing theory program without them (not recommended). I know, I use to work there. You do have to take a entrance exam, (TEAS ATI TESTING). But they do have a high NCLEX passing rate. Plus they have a fast track program in which you can finish school in a 1 1/2 years. There are no easy nursing programs, but it very difficult to get in program, I just wanted to let students know about Molloy and Cochran.

i have taken the TEAS exam last yr at cochran... i would like to know if i could take that test again...

do they still have open seats for fall08 or spring09???

tabrown1 · May 15, 2008

I personnally know there is still plenty of seats, however I know when everyone finish there prereqs in late May, that many of the seats will start to go quickly. However, you can take the TEAS test every six months at Cochran if you weren't successful the 1st time.

i have taken the TEAS exam last yr at cochran... i would like to know if i could take that test again...
do they still have open seats for fall08 or spring09???

Sweetpink06 · May 16, 2008

I personnally know there is still plenty of seats, however I know when everyone finish there prereqs in late May, that many of the seats will start to go quickly. However, you can take the TEAS test every six months at Cochran if you weren't successful the 1st time.

omg..you are so helpful... i have one question tho..is there any other way to contact them aside from calling them because they barely pick up the phone... how am i going to schedule an exam??? and do you know their schedules of exam??? TIA

tabrown1 · May 16, 2008

omg..you are so helpful... i have one question tho..is there any other way to contact them aside from calling them because they barely pick up the phone... how am i going to schedule an exam??? and do you know their schedules of exam??? TIA

Just call this number 914-964-4358 or email [email protected] and they'll set you up for a TEAS test. Ususally there they schedule the test on Thurs and Fri, but for now since they'll trying to fill seats. They are doing some Saturdays. If you have problems, PM me.