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  1. UMass Amherst ABSN 2011

    j772 replied to Bear07_RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    No worries. I was so stressed when I was accepted that I lived on this site searching for answers. I worked about 1-3 days per week throughout the program because I had to. It was tough the first...

  2. UMass Amherst ABSN 2011

    j772 replied to Bear07_RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    You are on campus all day for about 3 days per week and 1-2 days for your clinicals somewhere in Western MA or Worcester. There are people who commute, but it is much easier if you can find a place to...

  3. UMass Amherst ABSN 2011

    j772 replied to Bear07_RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I graduated from this program & hope I can help answer your questions. The clinical rotations are mostly in Western MA & Worcester, you can ask to come to Boston for your senior clinical...

  4. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi, Has anyone else applied ot UMass Amherst 2nd degree BSN or completed the program? I recently applied & am waiting to hear if I am accepted. Just looking for support & feedback on the...

  5. Cost of Accelerated BSN: UMass Boston, Curry, MGH, Simmons

    j772 replied to azalea700's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi, I am in an accelerated program & will say the cost is more than just the tuition. I was told my program (UMass) would be around $30,000 & only will receive $25,000 in federal aid. That...

  6. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN Nursing Program Question

    j772 replied to kerrierou's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    hi dhal72, My class is a diverse group with people of varying ages 20's-late 50's. Many people have young children at home & some are single parents so this is realistic. Regis has an...

  7. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN Nursing Program Question

    j772 replied to kerrierou's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    UMass Amherst doesn't require interviews, but I think they are usually a good thing since you get a chance to convey who you are to the admissions committee. The best advice I can offer is to be...

  8. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN Nursing Program Question

    j772 replied to kerrierou's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I was going to apply to UMB but was accepted into UMass Amherst's accelerated program which started in January. The programs are similar, other than location, & I'd be happy to answer whatever...

  9. is nursing school harming your relationship too?

    j772 posted a topic in General Students

    I just started an accelerated nursing program and already my boyfriend is complaining that all I do is focus on nursing school. We had been living together for 1.5 yrs and I recently had to move about...

  10. is nursing school harming your relationship too?

    j772 replied to j772's topic in General Students

    Thank you all for such great advice & support. I have spoken with my boyfriend & he says he is still committed to making us work. Although I don't think he has any idea what this will mean,...

  11. UMASS accelerated BSN program

    j772 replied to AlyRNtoBe's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am moving there from the Boston area w/o a job & am really stressing about loans. My sister is willing to cosign if needed, but the people in financial aid were not too helpful when I told them...

  12. Anyone who doesn't have a 4.0 get into nursing school?

    j772 replied to alissadancer's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    If you are talking about a second degree in nursing, I think a combination of grades, letters of recommendations, & experience matter equally. I would make sure to write a strong essay & play...

  13. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    thank you again for all of your help! See you at orientation, this is happening so

  14. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Thank you! I just checked it out & saw that there are only 2br. I am hesitant to live with someone I don't know b/c I've had some bad experiences. It seems most realtors are only open M-F 9-5...

  15. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I haven't registered yet & was just going to wait until orientation. On a seperate note, I am moving up there from Boston & looking for a place to live. Can anyone suggest reasonable...

  16. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I haven't received anything yet, but did see what I was awarded in federal aid on my spire account. I have to explore private loans & was going to call the office to see what to do. As for the...

  17. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I was stressed about the H1N1 since I just found out today & don't live near Amherst. I was told they are trying to offer it to us the day again in January. However, this afternoon I just learned...

  18. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I didn't receive anything yet. My email address was put in the system incorrectly so I am just now getting all of the emails. I am a little frustrated that we found out so late & am getting...

  19. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi Kimburlee37, Thanks so much for the info. I am heading up to Amherst on Monday to look at some apartments near campus. I don't want to deal with parking & want to live near a bus route or...

  20. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    You are ahead of me. I completed the CORI and still need to sign up for CPR. My sister is a nurse & was so excited about me getting accepted that she purchased a stethoscope for me. I am going...

  21. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Thank you so much & yes, I have some questions about the area. I found a few complexes in Amherst but am concerned about living close to party animals. I am 35 y/o and not really into that scene...

  22. UMASS accelerated BSN program

    j772 replied to AlyRNtoBe's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I was just accepted to the January 2010 class & am wondering about loans? I've submitted my FAFSA & am waiting to see what I'll get through government loans. Like you-1anonlycarol- I am moving...

  23. Is this a bad idea? (loan debt) Need advice!

    j772 replied to myty23's topic in General Students

    I am sorry about that. I was just accepted and am waiting to see what I will get in financial aid. I didn't realize it was hard to get private loans, is this state specific or nationwide? I can see...

  24. Is this a bad idea? (loan debt) Need advice!

    j772 replied to myty23's topic in General Students

    I am about to do the same thing & am trying to find a part time job. If you need to take out the money, it is better to explore private loans and NOT use your credit cards since the interest is...

  25. UMass 2nd degree BSN program

    j772 replied to j772's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am in the same situation & don't know much about the area. I looked on the UMass housing website b/c they provide housing resources for both apartments and roomate finders. Do you know if the...