AccelCNL MSN, RN

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    CC or BSN or ABSN?

    AccelCNL replied to bearbearkim's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I got into the ABSN program at Concordia College in Bronxville. My GPA is alright. It is over a 3.7. I say apply to all the school you want. You never know what the answer is until you
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    What type of nursing do you want to specialize in?

    AccelCNL replied to bluesky94's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I want to be an acute care pediatric nurse ( possible even NNP) or cardiothoracic nurse. As long as I am working in an ICU I would be
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    2.85 GPA Trying to go to nursing school

    AccelCNL replied to jntsim's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Some schools have a base requirement for prereqs (such as 2.0 in all prereqs) but the admission for the program is based on an entrance exam. The CC I am applying to requires a C in all the prereqs (...
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    CC or BSN or ABSN?

    AccelCNL replied to bearbearkim's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I live in NY so let me answer for you. Getting into a nursing program at a SUNY or CUNY is hard when compared to private schools. That is the main reason why getting into a CC is so hard. Public...
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    ADN now or BSN later?

    AccelCNL replied to Murse Wannabe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I do not know you friends but I don't think that they are lazy. The job outlook just depends on the area. Like it is super competitive for new grads in the NYC hospitals. It is easier ( still...
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    ADN now or BSN later?

    AccelCNL replied to Murse Wannabe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I live in NY but here is my .02. Your GPA is low but you already now that. Nursing school particularly ABSN or direct-entry programs depend upon your undergrad GPA as a barometer for success in their...
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    In case anyone want to know there is a RN info session on Yonkers this Wednesday ( 9/25). Just call the Yonkers extension
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    Number of pre-reqs and encouraging words

    AccelCNL replied to Sassenach's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is totally doable. If this is your dream you will do whatever you have to do to fulfill it. I got into an accelerated BSN program due to start last month. However, the funding fell through. I...
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    Is it still possible to get into nursing school if i fail a class?

    AccelCNL replied to msmith34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That really depends on the program that you planning to apply to and their requirements. My alma mater allowed you to retake prereqs once however they then averaged the grades together. Some prrograms...
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    Hi mommyof2, Sorry about that my inbox is no longer full now. I called the admissions office. The number is 914-606-6735. You do have to call to attend. I am attending one on Oct. 8th but there was...
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    I did want to take the class but the class is only offered on Sabbath and that means I cannot take the class. I just plan on studying on my own by using study guides and Khan Academy. Good luck in...
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    I called the admissions office Wednesday or Thursday. I set up an appointment to attend the Nursing Info Session next month. The admissions office knows that the link is not working. I am super...
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    AS vs. BSN

    AccelCNL replied to thatmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There are no state requirements for the BSN yet. However, I live the NY tristate area and many of the hospitals in the city and the suburbs will not hire non-BSN nurses. These hospitals tend to be...
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    Is it too late to become a nurse?

    AccelCNL replied to Sweet_T386's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I understand how you feel. I am 28 and live in Westchester w/ no children. I have wanted to be a nurse for years but life and illness got in the way. I got into a nursing program for the Fall but I...
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    Thank you for replying KingWCC . I took AP in the 2009-2010 academic year, so I believe that those classes are alright. My GPA should be ok too. I graduated last year with a GPA over 3.7. I an going...
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    TEAS V prep class in NY?

    AccelCNL replied to ari426's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    I know that Westchester Community College ( the Mt. Vernon extension site) has TEAS V prep courses.
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    Westchester Community College(WCC) Spring 2014

    AccelCNL replied to Aspirational Beauty's topic in New York Nursing

    I have a quick question. I am applying for Fall 2014 . I already completed all the prereqs ( and a most of the co-requisites) when I was earning my BA. Is the TEAS exam and the score you get on the...
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    Indecision on academic/career path

    AccelCNL replied to oneloveoneheart's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Although being a MD and a nurse within the same field, the roles between the two careers are quite different. Which role would you rather fulfill? Speaking for myself, I love the sciences however I...
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    The student loan bubble is starting to burst

    AccelCNL replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is the reason that I decided to not attend a ABSN that I entered ( I deferred till Fall 2014). I am looking to enter a local CC. If I get my ADN then get my BSN at a state university I will be...
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    Advice Please? Going into Pre-Nursing after just getting my BA

    AccelCNL replied to prpprenurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I read you post and I understand you predicament. I think the best thing for you to do is get awesome grades in the relevant pre-nursing courses. I graduated last year with a BA in History. I applied...
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    Who else is waiting for Fall 2014 acceptance?

    AccelCNL replied to nwayne1012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am applying to Westchester Community College for the fall. I already got into a ABSN and have my spot for next fall but I am looking for cheaper options. I owe a lot in undergrad loans already and...
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    2013-2014 HRSA Nursing Scholarship Application

    AccelCNL posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The application is now open!!! I have not started my application yet since I am awaiting my acceptance to my nursing program. I am applying to three ABSN programs and one generic BSN program....
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    Concordia College - NY -2013

    AccelCNL replied to rachwabb's topic in New York Nursing

    You should have gotten an email to your Concordia email account about the
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    A- for A&P 1 ok?

    AccelCNL replied to masipagwapa's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    All schools have different requirements and cut-off point and also varying rates of acceptance. I got into my ABSN program in the NY tri-state area with a B+ in both AP 1 & 2 and a GPA of over...
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    Am I stupid for not doing the ABSN?

    AccelCNL replied to ruby1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    As someone who is starting an ABSN in the August I think you made the right decision for yourself. Yes, an ABSN is faster but faster is not always better. I do not know the job market area that you...