NVCC Spring 2020

Hey guys, I've checked here a few times to see if you knew anything I might have missed and I just want to say thank you. This thread has kept me sane.

I saw some questions about Mason and I wanted to share what I know, as I went to a co-enrollment lecture a few weeks ago (it says it's for students already in the program on the website but that isnt true, also co-enrollment lectures have the smallest turn out I was 1of 3 people that showed up).

Anyway, I was told that for co-enrollment as soon as you find out you are accepted into Novas nursing program submit an application to GM and then once you get a student ID number immediately put in an application for their nursing co-enrollment program. The woman I spoke to(forgot her name) told me that as far as she knows, they do NOT reject any of those applications. However, the focus needs to be on novas nursing program because if you fail out you will be dropped from co-enrollment. You can reapply but that's starting applications over again.

So once you're in both programs the focus needs to be on Nova and passing everything. Mason's program is all done online as you choose to progress. The first semester they don't ask you to start classes. So most people start second semester of the program with 1 of Mason's classes. If you do that and find it too difficult you can contact your advisor at mason and basically get up to 4 semesters differed. So for me, I will probably take the one Mason class like they recommend second semester of novas nursing program, and take 2-3 in summer from then on until the program is done. If you choose, you can save most of the courses for after passing novas program. Also she emphasized that it is impossible to graduate from both at the same time.

Things to keep in mind though are GM's nursing prerequisites need to be completed before you graduate with nova. Those are available online on GM's website. It is okay not to have them all done now, just need to be completed before you graduate.

Also, GM has "Mason Core" classes that also need to be completed but those can be completed as you choose.

Like me for example, after this semester I need statistics and global understanding and I'm caught up for GMs core requirements and nursing prerequisites.

One more thing, so after graduating at nova you need to immediately take and pass the NCLEX and show proof to the nursing department at Mason or you will be dropped from the program. The wonderful part about all this is clinicals are all done at NOVA so the online stuff is doable. I have the list and it isnt too long.

Sorry this post is so long but I had a lot to share. One more thing, Vets GM has a $15,000 grant that we can apply for that covers tuition cost at GM so we dont need to use our GI bill there.

Mason Co enrollment process doesn’t have a cap on students. I think You just need to have the requirements.

Today is the day!

2 minutes ago, FrankieV said:

Hey guys, I've checked here a few times to see if you knew anything I might have missed and I just want to say thank you. This thread has kept me sane.

I saw some questions about Mason and I wanted to share what I know, as I went to a co-enrollment lecture a few weeks ago (it says it's for students already in the program on the website but that isnt true, also co-enrollment lectures have the smallest turn out I was 1of 3 people that showed up).

Anyway, I was told that for co-enrollment as soon as you find out you are accepted into Novas nursing program submit an application to GM and then once you get a student ID number immediately put in an application for their nursing co-enrollment program. The woman I spoke to(forgot her name) told me that as far as she knows, they do NOT reject any of those applications. However, the focus needs to be on novas nursing program because if you fail out you will be dropped from co-enrollment. You can reapply but that's starting applications over again.

So once you're in both programs the focus needs to be on Nova and passing everything. Mason's program is all done online as you choose to progress. The first semester they don't ask you to start classes. So most people start second semester of the program with 1 of Mason's classes. If you do that and find it too difficult you can contact your advisor at mason and basically get up to 4 semesters differed. So for me, I will probably take the one Mason class like they recommend second semester of novas nursing program, and take 2-3 in summer from then on until the program is done. If you choose, you can save most of the courses for after passing novas program. Also she emphasized that it is impossible to graduate from both at the same time.

Things to keep in mind though are GM's nursing prerequisites need to be completed before you graduate with nova. Those are available online on GM's website. It is okay not to have them all done now, just need to be completed before you graduate.

Also, GM has "Mason Core" classes that also need to be completed but those can be completed as you choose.

Like me for example, after this semester I need statistics and global understanding and I'm caught up for GMs core requirements and nursing prerequisites.

One more thing, so after graduating at nova you need to immediately take and pass the NCLEX and show proof to the nursing department at Mason or you will be dropped from the program. The wonderful part about all this is clinicals are all done at NOVA so the online stuff is doable. I have the list and it isnt too long.

Sorry this post is so long but I had a lot to share. One more thing, Vets GM has a $15,000 grant that we can apply for that covers tuition cost at GM so we dont need to use our GI bill there.

Thank you so much for sharing all of this info, I’m really interested in doing the co-enrollment. So you’re able to do the BSN program over the summer too? I plan on going to an info on 11/7 too. I’m so relieved it’s not as competitive as their standard BSN program. I too have only CST and LIT left to be compete with their pre-reqs.

I ‘ll Write more later but I ‘m at work now sneak checking my phone at work. You can start applying in Jan for fall. You have to have 141, 142, Psychology and micro to apply in Jan.

1 hour ago, jessvq22 said:

Thank you so much for sharing all of this info, I’m really interested in doing the co-enrollment. So you’re able to do the BSN program over the summer too? I plan on going to an info on 11/7 too. I’m so relieved it’s not as competitive as their standard BSN program. I too have only CST and LIT left to be compete with their

You're welcome ?

So yes, the co-enrollment includes 7 week courses that are available year around. I attached photos of the information I recieved as it is the most helpful plan/guide I've received from a Mason advisor. On the first page under Nursing Major are the courses we would be taking online for co-enrollment.

Ok so did anyone get emails? I cant Even think today about anything else.

I cant Imagine doing courses in 7 weeks while studying for nursing. Not sure if that’s a good fit for me. The advisor said I could try it out and withdraw if need be. I took a med term course in 8 weeks and it was tough because of weekly exams.

6 minutes ago, KayDRN said:

Ok so did anyone get emails? I cant Even think today about anything else.

Nothing yet ? checking at least every 5 mins lol

9 minutes ago, KayDRN said:

Ok so did anyone get emails? I cant Even think today about anything else.

Nope?

Last cycle I received my rejection at night? I really hope that doesnt happen again.

1 minute ago, jessvq22 said:

Nothing yet ? checking at least every 5 mins lol

8 minutes ago, KayDRN said:

Ok so did anyone get emails? I cant Even think today about anything else.

Nothing yet. Also refreshing my inbox constantly!!! Can't get anything done at work today.

1 minute ago, FrankieV said:

Nope?

Last cycle I received my rejection at night? I really hope that doesnt happen again.

So sorry! When you say night, like 5pm? 10pm?

2 hours ago, FrankieV said:

Hey guys, I've checked here a few times to see if you knew anything I might have missed and I just want to say thank you. This thread has kept me sane.

I saw some questions about Mason and I wanted to share what I know, as I went to a co-enrollment lecture a few weeks ago (it says it's for students already in the program on the website but that isnt true, also co-enrollment lectures have the smallest turn out I was 1of 3 people that showed up).

Anyway, I was told that for co-enrollment as soon as you find out you are accepted into Novas nursing program submit an application to GM and then once you get a student ID number immediately put in an application for their nursing co-enrollment program. The woman I spoke to(forgot her name) told me that as far as she knows, they do NOT reject any of those applications. However, the focus needs to be on novas nursing program because if you fail out you will be dropped from co-enrollment. You can reapply but that's starting applications over again.

So once you're in both programs the focus needs to be on Nova and passing everything. Mason's program is all done online as you choose to progress. The first semester they don't ask you to start classes. So most people start second semester of the program with 1 of Mason's classes. If you do that and find it too difficult you can contact your advisor at mason and basically get up to 4 semesters differed. So for me, I will probably take the one Mason class like they recommend second semester of novas nursing program, and take 2-3 in summer from then on until the program is done. If you choose, you can save most of the courses for after passing novas program. Also she emphasized that it is impossible to graduate from both at the same time.

Things to keep in mind though are GM's nursing prerequisites need to be completed before you graduate with nova. Those are available online on GM's website. It is okay not to have them all done now, just need to be completed before you graduate.

Also, GM has "Mason Core" classes that also need to be completed but those can be completed as you choose.

Like me for example, after this semester I need statistics and global understanding and I'm caught up for GMs core requirements and nursing prerequisites.

One more thing, so after graduating at nova you need to immediately take and pass the NCLEX and show proof to the nursing department at Mason or you will be dropped from the program. The wonderful part about all this is clinicals are all done at NOVA so the online stuff is doable. I have the list and it isnt too long.

Sorry this post is so long but I had a lot to share. One more thing, Vets GM has a $15,000 grant that we can apply for that covers tuition cost at GM so we dont need to use our GI bill there.

Lots of useful information! Thank you so much for notifying us about the GMU information sessions. For those interested, here are the upcoming dates listed on their site.

Great news - looks like they also hold online information sessions!

Check your email’s!!!!