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  1. Clarify why LPN to RN vs. Strait ADN Program diffs

    barbnyc replied to mingez's topic in Nursing Career

    I asked the same questions. I think it comes down to an individual's preferences and goals, personal circumstances and costs for education. I would think it can be compared to why some individuals...

  2. St. Vincent's CMC - Queens

    barbnyc replied to barbnyc's topic in New York Nursing

    Hi lilyv727, It is a daytime program. The applications for this year are closed. I know they will be sending out application packets beginning in October for September 2007. The nursing tuition is...

  3. Can I hear some positive things about nursing school?

    barbnyc replied to rntoben2008's topic in General Students

    Rntoben2008, Your idea for starting this forum is great! I have been reading these postings since the forum started and I am so grateful for the generosity of the people sharing their experiences. I...

  4. Looking for CNA, LPN + RN Schools in NY

    barbnyc replied to belajovena's topic in New York Nursing

    LaGuardia Community College in Queens has an LPN program. You know if you are willing to go an extra semester, you can become an

  5. I Got in NYU!!!

    barbnyc replied to drizzle's topic in New York Nursing

    What is NY like? New Yorkers are an interesting bunch, having been a New Yorker my whole life. Everyone walks fast in the City. A New Yorker can always tell who is from out of town -- they are usually...

  6. Question: Previous degrees

    barbnyc replied to amanda sue's topic in General Nursing

    I have an M.S. Health Sciences with a concentration in end of life care. My B.A. is in health services management. I'm starting nursing school in the Fall and I feel all of my education has led me...

  7. Can I hear some positive things about nursing school?

    barbnyc replied to rntoben2008's topic in General Students

    I'm glad you started this forum. I've been taking the preclinicals for the past year. I just got accepted into a nursing program for Fall 2006. My kids are grown (thank God I had them when I was...

  8. laguardia community college

    barbnyc replied to ada80's topic in New York Nursing

    I'm taking my preclinicals at LaGuardia. I've been accepted into a private nursing school and have another interview for another private program this week. The nursing program at LaGuardia is...

  9. Questions about the Pre-entrance RN exam

    barbnyc replied to amiee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi everyone, I took the NLN-PAX exam in April and did very well. I attribute my success to doing every exercise in the MacDonald book and completing every test in the back of the book. I started the...

  10. In New York Has Anyone Been Accepted Into Beth Israel In The Last 2 Weeks Pls. Reply!

    barbnyc replied to MUCHO MACHO MURSE's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck flatonyc on your interview! I'm not sure if you're going tomorrow or the same day when I go (Tuesday, 5/16). Thanks NYAussie for including the interview focus. It is extremely helpful. I'm...

  11. Pre req's in NYC anyone?

    barbnyc replied to littlenurse21's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi everyone, I've been taking my prerequisites at LaGuardia Community College. If you're matriculated, they control the flow of science classes. In other words, if you are able to go full time and...

  12. *Microbiology-Summer 2006*

    barbnyc replied to Princess74's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi everyone, I have Microbiology from June 27-August 7, four days a week. The school may be changing the text for this semester (common issue at this college). They presently use Totoro's...

  13. Are application fees the norm?

    barbnyc replied to Pixiesmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi Everyone, I paid $35.00 for one small private nursing school and $20.00 for their private admission test. For a more high end program, I paid $50.00 for the application and $50.00 to take the...

  14. Paying for Nursing school and private loans, 2ND BS

    barbnyc replied to billlee2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello everyone, I'm also a second degree student. I learned through Sallie Mae that the amount available for borrowing on student loans is higher for those who are considered "graduates". I learned...

  15. In New York Has Anyone Been Accepted Into Beth Israel In The Last 2 Weeks Pls. Reply!

    barbnyc replied to MUCHO MACHO MURSE's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi NYAussie, Thank you for your kind wishes. I'm open for either ATOP or traditional options. I've been taking the science preclinicals at a local community college and will have all pre- and...

  16. In New York Has Anyone Been Accepted Into Beth Israel In The Last 2 Weeks Pls. Reply!

    barbnyc replied to MUCHO MACHO MURSE's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, Thanks for replying. My overall composite was 139. I got a call yesterday (5/5) and my interview is May 16. I received my scores on 4/28 for the test I took on 4/20. When I wrote an email to BI...

  17. In New York Has Anyone Been Accepted Into Beth Israel In The Last 2 Weeks Pls. Reply!

    barbnyc replied to MUCHO MACHO MURSE's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My overall percentile composite for AD was 95 (BI requires 55+). Still hoping to get called for an interview. I learned they got about 400 scores this week and are working through their