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  1. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Copied from a previous comment I made: So I'll start off by saying my cohort is a very diverse group of people ranging from early 20s all the way to 50s with a myriad of life and/or health...

  2. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 posted a topic in School, College Programs

    Hi! I wanted to start a thread for SFSU ELMSN applicants for fall of 2024. I'm actually a current student who began the program in fall 2023 and wanted to provide a place to answer any questions...

  3. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Admission to the program, like most in California, is extremely competitive. The chances of anyone getting in are slim due to the sheer number of applicants versus spots (the year I applied there were...

  4. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Thao, I'm not sure what advice you're looking for. Can you be more

  5. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi! Good questions. You do get support and all the faculty want you to succeed. They really emphasize that once you're in the program, the competition is over. They want to ensure we all pass. The...

  6. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Sema, there is no option to study abroad. The courses all require you to be on campus at SFSU and all clinicals are located in the Bay

  7. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Yes you follow the road map but there is a coordinator who emails the specifics about which sections to register for each

  8. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    I don't remember. And people were getting off the waitlist up until the day before the program started (mid

  9. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    LOL I found that Reddit post and commented on it backing you up and now it's

  10. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Congrats on your acceptance 🙂 you should be able to switch specialties without issue. It won't affect your coursework until your 3rd year so no need to fret about it immediately. There are no...

  11. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    I have not switched, but a handful of people in my cohort have. the reason you pick a specialty is because it prepares you to be a cns in that specialty. everyone besides the admin track take the same...

  12. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    no interview. unsure of cost per unit, but total program cost is around

  13. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi! I suggest you read through this thread, as I've answered many questions about the program throughout it. If you can't find the info you're looking for, feel free to ask me a new question, but due...

  14. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Congrats! Orientation is so soon! Also don't be nervous everything will be

  15. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    What do you mean you "got charged" for housing? You don't pay for housing through SFSU unless you live in SFSU housing. Tuition is about 5k/semester. Books and supplies are expensive and not included...

  16. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Perhaps they misunderstood your question or you misunderstood their answer- you can absolutely be admitted still after orientation happens. Maybe they just meant that was a pretty significant event...

  17. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    I'm pretty sure you have to set it up on your own and I think the recognition is that you are a licensed RN?

  18. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    You will follow the road map. It tells you all the classes you'll be taking each semester. Someone will reach out about it. Registration is just like any other college, as in you have to register...

  19. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    It's just about 30k. 10k per year, 5k per semester. Crazy affordable when compared to similar programs. I paid for this first year entirely out of pocket. It's worth the wait considering you won't...

  20. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Please read my previous posts in this thread about this. If you're admitted you'll get an email with a timeline for when you need testing done. It's sometime in the late Summer. I'd recommend...

  21. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Of course!! They want to ensure the program is full so they will make sure that happens. A lot of the admits have been admitted to other schools as well and will wind up choosing other programs, even...

  22. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    There's always people who back out after accepting too, especially since this program doesn't require a deposit to hold your spot like some do. So all hope is not lost once the list is 'finalized'....

  23. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Our orientation was early August. School starts in the last couple weeks of

  24. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    A master's degree in nursing is a good idea if you're interested in a leadership role in the future. It does not really impact your role as a regular nurse. I have not heard anything about being able...

  25. San Francisco State University (SFSU) Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELM) - Fall 2024

    sarahk09 replied to sarahk09's topic in School, College Programs

    Nothing online is accurate and you won't know your real schedule until right before the semester