One year experience

ShirleyTX,

I was told to hold off applying for a school because I did not have my BSN by the application deadline even though I would complete it before the start of their program. I asked if I could still apply and they indicated I could but probably would not get an interview unless I was stronger than most candidates in other areas. I got an interview this February even though they did not think I would initially get one. My feeling is what have you got to lose. I was going to apply to UT Chattanooga however they were very blunt that they would not interview candidates unless they had more than one year of ICU experience by the application deadline. I was welcome to apply to get my name in to show my interest, however, they indicated I would not be interviewed, however it could help for future classes. As I do not want to wait for the next year I decided to apply to other programs. I would still consider looking into it though. When I last spoke with them the Director was off for duty in the military until further notice so perhaps others in that program have other feelings. It can only help you, it cannot hurt. Just my two cents.