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The University of Southern Indiana is all online and less than $300 cr/hr.

University of Southern Indiana, all online and under $300 cr/hr. I am in my 2nd class and recommend it!

They charge instate tuition for online courses. I just started last week. They are very reasonably priced.

Oh, that is interesting. I also need the insurance so that is good to know. Did you accept a position? May I ask what state you are in? Are you glad you became an NP or is it too soon to tell lol? I've been an ICU nurse for 17 years, I'm a bit intimidated by the thought of the autonomy of an NP, but I'm sure you learn what you need to know in school, hopefully.

I am wondering if there are many opportunities for NPs to work part time? I am starting school this fall for my MSN degree and need to finalize my decision on my major, either MSN nursing education or FNP. I have small children and just getting through school will be more than enough hours while still working. Does anyone know of NPs who work part time?

I am accepted into the University of Southern Indiana's MSN in nursing education program to start this fall, it is online. I am struggling with my choice. This is a "brick and mortar" school that has an excellent reputation as far as I can tell. They also charge instate tuition for online students so the total cost is around $10,000 plus books, but taking one class at a time will take me 3 1/2 years. I spoke with Walden today, the cost is around $18,000 which includes all books and will take 2 years, these are 8 week classes. I am really wondering what I should do. Any input would be appreciated...

Hi, I am starting USI this fall in the MSN nurse ed program. Did you ever talk to anyone that's in the program? I'm just wondering about the courses, instructors, etc.

I am also wondering about the difference between MS and MSN. I am accepted into the University of Southern Indiana's MSN in nursing education this fall. I'm currently adjunct at a local RN school, and when I asked the Dean (who also happens to be on the Ohio Board of Nursing and has a DNP), she stated most nursing schools want full time faculty members to have an MSN for their accreditation requirements. Walden University kept calling me (they offer the MS) and when I asked the "sales person" on the phone about this and and mentioned the statement above by the Dean, she became very defensive and almost rude and said there wasn't any significant difference between the MSN and MS as far as teaching goes. She also said I could give the Dean her phone number so she could educate her on this subject which I thought was pretty comical. I would like to research the subject further. Any information would be helpful!

Hi, I'm finished with the program in 2 weeks. It took me about a year and a half. I mostly took only one class at a time. The classes aren't that difficult, other than the online stats class which took a lot of time, but I've gotten all A's. There are some papers to write, but if I can do it anyone can. Before starting, I had not taken a class in 15 years. I would recommend it other than the cost. I added up my total the other day and it came to$23,000 and I was able to transfer in a couple of classes. Good luck and feel free to email me if you have any other questions, Tracey

Advanced comp wasn't too bad. I would take that next, because it will help you with writing papers. I mainly took one class at a time.

Hi, I have been in the program since last April. I have 3 more classes to go which I think are the most difficult. I had to take the stats through Devry and it was very time consuming, but I made it through. I took the economics class at my local campus, and transferred in the history class. The program isn't too difficult. So far I have a 4.0, but it does require some time and effort. If I can do it after not being in school for 17 years, anyone can. There are 5 of my friends/coworkers in the program, too. If you have any specific questions, you can send me a private message. Good luck!

Thank you everyone and nurseaboveboard. Yes, it does make sense to me. I feel that I'm in the same mindset that you are. I don't know what I want to do. My 3 co-workers that I'm in the RN-BSN program are all leaning toward ANP. Then we started talking about doing the FNP program so it could make us more marketable. I do not want to provide care for babies or children either. I don't really want the responsibility/liability, but I figured maybe when I did my clinical portion I might have more of a desire to practice. I also figured if I do the NP I will have my master's degree and I could always teach if I wanted. I just feel like there is something else out there for me after 16 years as an ICU nurse in the same hospital!

Thanks to everyone that has responded to my question, I really appreciate it! Does anyone know of a program that offers a post-master's certificate in women's health?

Thank you for your responses. Nurseaboveboard, could you elaborate one why your not currently practicing as a FNP? I'm just so unsure of what I want to do, I'm looking for any advice from NPs.

Hi, I am an RN with 15 years of ICU experience. I am ready to make a change from critical care. I am considering becoming a Women's Health NP. Does one need to have experience in women's health before starting this type of program? I live in Ohio, and I am considering University of Cincinnati's online program, but the cost will be about $27,000. I am also considering an ANP program at Otterbein College in Columbus, which will cost about $18,000. Does anyone have any advice? I need help! I can't decide what path to take, I just know I need a change. Thank you!