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    ABSN vs MSN-CNL...which would be better?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to TurtleDog's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    We have offered a Master's Entry CNL program since 2005. 100% of the 2012 grads had job offers before graduation this year (as a means of comparison 80-90% of the BSN grads had jobs on that date)....
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    Question about school AFTER WGU

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to KarriRN's topic in Western Governors University

    It may depend on the particular graduate program where you will apply. Yes, WGU transcripts indicate that the student has the equivalent of a 3.0 GPA. But this may not be sufficient to be a...
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    I need advice on school

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to CUPCAKE111's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Check with the HR Department to see if the Mayo Clinic will hire ADNs. In past years they have required a BSN to be hired as a
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    Advice Please- MSN, no specialty?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to Peace.Love.Cupcakes.'s topic in Post Graduate Students

    I am also one for waiting to determine what you want to do. Financial aid regulations have changed in recent years, and prioritize those enrolled in degree programs (MSN, DNP, PHD). This includes...
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    how to apply for nursing license (foreign graduate)

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to angelavenice's topic in Nurse Registration

    You should contact the State Board of Nursing for the state where you want to be licensed. RN licenses in the US are administered by the State Boards of Nursing, so that should be your first
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    Direct Entry MSN or ABSN without chemistry?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to the healer's art's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our Master's Entry program at the University of Virginia does not require chemistry. We only require Human A&P, Lifespan Development, and
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    So much for address taken into consideration

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to LCinTraining's topic in General Students

    Each school handles this differently. I know one BSN program in Baltimore where a student can be assigned to a clinical site 75 miles away in any direction. So a student can have clinicals in...
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    How likely is it to get a job with an MSN w/no experience?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to xInspiredx's topic in Post Graduate Students

    We have both a Master's Entry (CNL) program as well as a traditional 4-year BSN program and graduate 110+ new nurses every May. This year 100% of our ME grads had job offers before graduation; 88%...
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    What to look for in nursing schools?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to xInspiredx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Look to see what the attrition rate is -- how many people admitted graduate on time? I've been an outside evaluator at other schools of nursing. Some maintain a high NCLEX pass-rate because they...
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    How many years will it take to get my MSN?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    A key consideration will be if you are working while in school. It is certainly doable to to complete a MSN-NP in under 24 months as a fulltime student. However, most schools do NOT want you to be a...
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    Searching for GLBT-friendly accelerated BSN programs in progressive cities

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to growingseeking's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would recommend two possible directions -- and each pathway will require you to look within. Neither is right or wrong; it just depends on which is right for YOU at this point in your life. As a...
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    MAT vs. GRE

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to RissaB's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I have took both exams many years ago. I also found the MAT to be 'fun'. I am fairly well-read, and I remember questions that drew on my knowledge of Greek/Roman mythology, English literature, and...
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    Direct Entry MSN Programs 2013

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to hopefulnurse24's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'd encourage folks to look at the state schools as well. Even if you are not an instate resident of that place, the out-of-state tuition at Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia, UCLA, Michigan, Indiana and...
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    Anyone attending Kaplan or Walden University?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to tadahh99's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    This is a definitely a true statement for nearly all of the online programs. This is not the case with many of the 'red-brick' campus-based programs that have established ties in their cities/states....
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    Help! Need advice about references to get into an accelerated nursing program!

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to brista's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Check and see what the requirements/advice of the schools in your area. For our Masters Entry program, we want letters to address different aspects of the applicant (one letter from someone who has...
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    Trying to find dnp program

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to Camwill's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I think a lot will depend on the budget from Sacramento. New programs generally require additional faculty. When my University was developing our DNP in 2006, we were assured additional faculty...
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    Accredited LPN schools in northern Virginia

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to Mami-x3's topic in Virginia Nursing

    You can search the database for the National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) for a list of NLN-accredited schools at NLNAC Accredited Nursing Programs. There are two search boxes---...
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    Im worried Online pre-req classes will lower my chances?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to TaraAnn91's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'd recommend you ask that school specifically. Different schools have different approaches to this issue, and it is better to ask the School
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    Shadowing for M.D

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to rainkissedleaves's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Why don't you use this experience to figure out what you want to do. Use it as a learning experience for yourself. It is not a 'box to check off' for a graduate application. If you decide that...
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    RN Virginia salary

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to tomjones200824's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Virginia is big state. I have seen hourly salaries for new grads (under 1 year of experience) range from $14 - $29 an hour. The higher salaries also have the higher cost of living (DC suburbs,...
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    How exactly does a BSN program work?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to AlexisNicole's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Every school is different. We admit students directly from high school into a 4-year nursing prorgam. Nursing classes start in the First Year (freshman year) with an Intro to Nursing course. Our...
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    Nursing Degree? Please help!

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to cassandradenault's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would encourage you to look at the possibility of transferring to a BSN program. This would enable you to pursue a degree that you want. Also, if you have any financial aid (including student...
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    Working while in school

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to ginaw623's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    hkPSUrn: The work/study recommendation differs based on programs. We do not recommend that students in the Master's Entry program work at all. Since you have "rn" in your name, I presume that you...
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    Nursing Programs Abroad?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to HesterPrynne123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most countries have nursing education programs, but these programs prepare you for nursing licensure in that country only. Where do you want to practice as a nurse? Each country has their own RN...
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    Can't get into a BSN program if you don't have your ADN?

    UVA Grad Nursing replied to amiablepau's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The school search tool of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing is robust, and a great start to look at BSN and graduate programs. Follow this link, and search for Entry Level BSN prorgams....