Sharawnda

Sharawnda

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  1. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    No, I haven't heard a thing! It's terrible. I thought maybe I would go down there on Saturday, but I was busy doing other things with the kids. I definitely will have to hound Natalie tomorrow all...

  2. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Ok, thanks for the words of wisdom!

  3. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks alot! I didn't realize you meant you were already a student! I will definitely being asking you more questions, hopefully! I guess I'm gonna have to hound Natalie. I really didn't wanna be that...

  4. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    How did you get offered a spot if the test results weren't even in as of Thursday? Just curious. Did they offer it to you over the phone? I know you can't send in your application until after you find...

  5. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I took the very last test, I have been trying to get in touch with Natalie! I really need my scores ASAP! Did you get them over the phone or in the mail? I would like to send out my application no...

  6. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I emailed her this afternoon, and she said that the results weren't in yet...I will try for

  7. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I'm sorry to hear that. When did you take your exam? Are the Nov. 21st results in? I would like to get my scores

  8. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Good luck, and don't be nervous! It's their job to accommodate us within reason, and to answer all of our questions. Let us know if the results are in! I hope you get all of your questions

  9. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    You mean the letters for people that tested on the 13th or the 21st? Thanks again for the

  10. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I think it's really hard to confirm anything at this point regarding spaces, because there are people that still are waiting for their PSB results (like me) and have not sent out their...

  11. UPMC Mercy vs. UPMC Shadyside

    Sharawnda posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I am planning on applying to both UPMC Mercy and Shadyside diploma programs for nursing. I wanted to know what people thought of each school if they attended, or what they have heard. If I am accepted...

  12. UPMC Mercy vs. UPMC Shadyside

    Sharawnda replied to Sharawnda's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    That seems to be the case as I understand it. You might want to call the financial aid office to

  13. UPMC Mercy vs. UPMC Shadyside

    Sharawnda replied to Sharawnda's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Mercy does have the Tuition Forgiveness Plan, and their copay is around $5,400. That amount is the cost of the non-nursing classes, which they now require the student to cover. Everything else is...

  14. UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing '09'

    Sharawnda replied to kellyjo1414's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Okay, thanks. I have been studying the science alot, and I think as long as I review I should be okay. What prep book did you

  15. UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing '09'

    Sharawnda replied to kellyjo1414's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hi Raven, Thanks alot for your insight. Maybe I will "take a chill pill" and not freak out about the science portion! Perhaps the guide I have is much more involved than the actual test. I will just...

  16. UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing '09'

    Sharawnda replied to kellyjo1414's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    To Robotaffliction, You said that the Science portion of the PSB is VERY basic. I have been studying, and the prep manual I have, {Master the Nursing School and Allied Health Entrance Exams},seems to...

  17. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I wrote my essay awhile ago. I already knew what I wanted to say. I was just honest and articulate about why I wanted to be a nurse, why I like Shadyside Nursing School, and what events led me to...

  18. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    That's good to know, because I totally bombed the comparisions section on the practice tests...I did pretty well in the other sections of the math sections, but like a said, it did take longer than...

  19. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I have the Barron's Study Guide and the Petersen's Study Guide. I just purchased both books that they recommended on the website. I didn't know about the ARCO book. I am hoping that I can answer the...

  20. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Glad to hear that you passed! I guess now it is a waiting game;) It seems most people found the science to be difficult, so I will try to pay close attention to that, and I am glad that I decided to...

  21. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Wow, I hadn't anticipated electricity questions, thanks! I am starting to study science next week, I have been trying to get the Math portion down pat. What was the easiest section for you, in your...

  22. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Is anyone else taking the exam November 21st? I know that it is the last possible day, but I wanted to ensure that I got enough study time in. I hope the 2010 class doesn't fill up before I get my...

  23. Current cost of UPMC Shadyside Nursing Program

    Sharawnda replied to Danyelle_SWPA's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hi Danyelle, I attended the Information Session a few weeks ago, and we were told that the student is as of right now responsible for the first $10,000 for the 2 years full-time [and I'm assuming 4...

  24. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I know, I hate the fact that they make you do things a bit Backwards by taking the test, and then sending everythng in...it kinda makes it hard to have a fair chance to get in earlier (like Spring) if...

  25. UPMC Shadyside 2010 hopefuls

    Sharawnda replied to kbm318's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Yes, I am applying to Shadyside for Spring 2010. How is the process going for