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I made it through 2 semesters of an Associate degree RN program and then my husband got transferred to another state. In my new location, my only option was to start all over again in a BSN program. I thought it was going to be AWFUL, because I had stressed and struggled so much the first time, but it turned out not to be so bad. Things made more sense the second time around, and frankly I feel like in the long run I'll be a better nurse for retaking the semesters. Try to look on the bright side, you are getting a second chance at that material. If there is a writing component to your courses, I would definitely ask that they allow you to resubmit the same papers (corrected) though!

Hey CrazyGoon. Check out this link for MTSU admissions info: https://allnurses.com/tn-nursing-programs/mtsu-acceptance-letters-547427.html That's for regular students, I don't know if LPN-RN is a separate program. I don't think having another degree will make a difference. Words of wisdom? Try not to psych yourself out. I think some people bomb the interview because they are so nervous. Nobody wants to see you fail.

I'm in the same boat. I was one full year into an associate degree program when my husband got transferred to another state. Nobody in the new place would accept my nursing classes, even though I was a staight "A" student. This fall I'm starting over, this time in a BSN program. I'm looking on the bright side...I won't have to work quite so hard during the first year, I'll be awesome at clinicals when everyone else is still nervous, I'll totally understand care plans and will be able to knock the out much quicker. I was sad to see my class graduate without me, but what could I do? I accept the events in my life and move forward.

I am from Tallahassee (Go Noles! or rather Go Trojans!!). And I moved to Alaska when I was in my early 20's. I didn't live in a tent though. I just had my little log cabin, my outhouse and my sled dogs. (Ah, those were the days...) I don't want to be a nurse either. But I'm still pursuing it because I followed my dream for 20 years and without a degree I've gotten next to nowhere. In Alaska I became a licensed vet tech through on-the-job experience because there isn't a vet tech school up there. But my license, without a degree backing it up, didn't transfer when I moved back to the lower 48. So, I went from a highly respescted employee with 15 years of senority and a decent salary to a veterinary hospital where I made as much as the assistant they hired fresh off the street and had no experience. We made the same wage, but while she stood idle watching without the first clue as to what to do, I was gloving up to assist in surgery and performing CPR when the hit-by-car cat crashed on the operating table. That's when I realized I needed to get a degree. And nursing made sense because I feel really comfortable in the medical setting. I should have been a vet. But that window of opportunity has closed. Nursing isn't my dream, but it'll do. I'll be great at it, and my patients will really like me. What I'm saying is...nursing is a good career choice, with lots of flexability in what you will ultimately do for a job. (Alaska loves their medical professionals, by the way. Especially in the bush/villages.) There are career opportunities for nurses to work in cultural settings where they do very little hands on medical care. But if you don't think anything medical or clinical is what you would like, you need to quit. Quit that program, but DO NOT quit school! Keep looking until you find something that suits you. And if you can't seem to find your niche, still graduate, even with a liberal arts degree. Trust me, you won't regret being able to say that you do have a college degree (where I'm embarassed to say I don't). As for your family. It'll be tough, but you've got to be honest with them. Medical careers are not for everyone. Even they should be able to comprehend that. If you go to them saying, I can't do nursing, but I'm still working on my degree in ______, I'm sure they'll understand. Also, you should consider dropping this semester and getting yourself motivated to start again next semester. There's no point in letting this identity crisis tank your GPA. You might actually need a great GPA one day. OK. That's my 2 cents.

I don't have any firsthand info on either school. I'll be going to MTSU next semester. However, I was advised by a nursing school advisor, not to even apply at TSU. She said something to the effect of "apply to more than one school, to make sure you get in. Oh, but you don't want to go to TSU." The things she referred to weren't even totally academics. She alluded to a lot of crime on the campus and whatnot.

Well, today is the deadline to accept my position in the associate degree nursing program. And I have not accepted it (they didn't give me an option to decline, just said to return it if I intended to come). So, BSN is the route I'm taking. There are a couple of factors in my decision, in case anyone cares. I really had to search myself to decide. I was worried that I was only leaning towards the BSN because of my own ego in having a more advanced degree. I didn't want my own vanity to be my deciding factor. First, the BSN is an advanced degree and only one semester longer. This will mean I'm more readily hireable, and have a fast track to promotion and specialization. Second, I can get loans for the BSN and couldn't with the ADN. That's a huge factor for me, because it would be a panic/struggle every semester if I didn't know I could rely on loans. Third, the ADN college has just started their program. I would be their second class, ever. The teachers they brought in are supposed to be great, but with the program so new, I didn't want to be in a class of experimental teaching and changes mid-stream in policies and procedures. Fourth, everyone here seems to think it's the right thing to do. :) So there you have it. I'll start the BSN program in the fall, and I can't wait!!

Wow. That's absurd. Have you looked around at taking those 3 pre-reqs at another school this summer? Maybe those 18 slots won't be filled and you can get bumped up the waitlist. I'm sorry you're getting jerked around.

I had a classmate that was almost kicked out of nursing school for pictures she posted on her facebook account. They were photos of her and other classmates posing with the dummies they use to practice procedures. But, it was the day that they were learning urinary catheters, and the genitals are exchangable (so you can practice male and female insertion). The were holding up the fake parts and posing with the dummy's legs spread open. It was so immature. The school has a written "no photos" policy, but is pretty lax about it, because they need photos for the yearly scrapbook. Just, not those kinds of photos! She got in trouble, everyone posing in pictures got in trouble. She did delete her facebook account after that. But, this all goes toward judgment and maturity. She should have known better. Really, she did know better, she just couldn't resist the response she knew she'd get from her friends. So, yeah. Just be mindful of what you post, and you should be fine.

I'm taking English Comp II and History this summer. I start the BSN program in the fall and I have to have these completed by then. I'm doing them online, though. So my summer will still (hopefully) have some fun in it.

I just had two interviews. One was individual, one was in a group of 5. The group interview was easier, in my opinion. More relaxed. The asked the group down the line of interviewees "why do you want to be a nurse?", "What do you think the role of the nurse is?" those sorts, where you could say you agree with someone else, but always be prepared to add your own spin to it. i think that they expect that most people would say basically the same thing, so it's ok to agree. But you've got to set yourself apart. Instead of saying "I would turn them in for cheating". Say "I would go to the student, tell them I saw them cheat. Then give them the opportunity to confess for themselves, only if the student refuses to come clean would I go to the professor and tell what I know." You know, it's still all about the honesty, but you've added a different spin to it. One that shows a desire to communicate and helping others do the right thing. (That's just an example, I'm not saying that's the best answer ever!) However, when they asked the "what would you do if you caught a student cheating?" type questions, they asked one person only. They just randomly picked a person and asked them a 'situation' question. My question was about the importance of communication. Something like "tell about a time when communication was important to you accomplishing your goal." In my experience, both interviews went well because the people doing the interviewing understood how nervous we get at them. I think that when you are nervous, it shows how important this all is to you. Just don't be so nervous that you can't think straight.

Have you had a sit-down conversation with the advisor at the nurisng school? I bet they can shed some light on what you were lacking that caused you to be rejected. My experience is that the advisors are usually pretty frank about what they're looking for, what they like and what you would need to do to get accepted. Retaking the ACT is only a good idea if it's part of their acceptance critera. You'll find that out from the advisor at the school. Just call and make an appointment. Their job is to talk to people like you.

What would you do for the next year if you don't tackle the pre-reqs? I think that I would take them. You'll feel much better getting them out of the way.

I am leaning towards the BSN program, mostly because I think it will take me farther in the long run. Is it true that BSN RNs get hired faster? Promoted faster? Paid (slightly) more? I have no guarantee of scholarships. If I choose the Associate Degree program I will have to appeal to get financial aid because I have too many credit hours to qualify at a community college any more. They stop paying at 90 credit hours and I have about 105 right now. The total cost, roughly, looks to be ADN $9,000 and BSN $21,500. Shortly after graduation, I will have a student loan burden that will demand payment. I already have loans, so even if I elect not to go to either, I will still shortly need to find a job.

Here's the situation: I am 38 years old, I have two kids in elementary school and a husband who supports us while I go to school. Financially, we are stable, but there isn't any extra money in the budget for tuition. At the advise of my academic advisor, I applied to two nursing schools ("Don't put all your eggs in one basket"). One is a BSN program and one is an ASN program. I have satisfied all the pre-reqs for both programs. Today I found out that I have been accepted into both programs. Now I must decide which one I will attend. Both programs are essentially an equal distance from my house. Both programs are respected (as far as I know), and both programs will offer clinicals at respected hospitals where I might be able to make contacts for future employment. Here are the pros/cons: ADN program pros--way cheaper, like probably $10,000 or more, cheaper. 4 semesters until graduation. cons--graduate with an associates degree. Probably unable to get financial aid through this school. Would most likely (though not definitely) have to rely on scholarships and self-funding, that would be a struggle. A bit more difficult to drive to, especially in the AM. BSN program pros--graduate with a bachelors (it is a distinct possibility that I will pursue a masters, but it will be at least 5 years down the road). Financial aid is available, could still pursue scholarships, but wouldn't be a dire necessity. Easier drive. cons--Way more expensive, more loans to repay after graduation. 4.5 semester until graduation. Are there any other things I should be considering but am overlooking? What would you do, if you were me? Thanks for the input!!:)

Yay! See you in the fall!