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chicagoing ADN, RN

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  1. need input on nursing admission letter

    chicagoing replied to calihelper's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi there, I am sorry for the loss of your sister. It is "optional" to include a personal essay with your application? If not, then I wouldn't send it since (if it is not optional or required), it...

  2. Chemistry and physics questions on NLN

    chicagoing replied to Znasser86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The PAX is a standardized test; standardized tests are written in such a way that no one test is any "easier" or "harder" than

  3. Did I ruin my chances of getting in?

    chicagoing replied to Curlygirl9195's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am sorry for your loss. I believe if your pre-reqs are still considered "valid", they will be weighted the same during the admissions process as another student's 3 year old pre-reqs. It's also...

  4. PAX entrance exam

    chicagoing replied to onray1228's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi there, I used the Jones & Bartlett study guide, mainly for the physics review. There are 3 different sections: verbal (vocabulary words and reading comprehension), math (lots of fractions,...

  5. Not being able to understand...

    chicagoing replied to Darkpk55's topic in General Students

    So...greenies are veggies, nor are they dog treats. My other guess would be herbs grown for medicinal

  6. FAFSA: What is my grade level?

    chicagoing replied to chicagoing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm just crossing my fingers that I'll be eligible for unsubsidized student loans (I had Stafford Loans when I was an UG student). Grants and subsidized loans would be helpful, but I feel that at...

  7. Lakeview College of nursing

    chicagoing replied to heathert_kc's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi there, Do you by any chance know what Lakeview bases "cumulative GPA" on? If I have a B.S. and subsequently many hours of classes completed at a community college, will they consider all college...

  8. dream school or parents dream school?

    chicagoing replied to lovelikeamber's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you did choose to live at home, is there either a college or public library you could use with designated quiet

  9. Not being able to understand...

    chicagoing replied to Darkpk55's topic in General Students

    I know what blow is (only because I saw the Johnny Depp movie of the same name) but what are greenies? I am only aware of the dog treats called

  10. Going to give up my nursing dream for now- wasting time

    chicagoing replied to Divalish918's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What is it you really want to

  11. International Versions of Textbooks - Smart way to save? (Specifically A&P)

    chicagoing replied to stefanyjoy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What I would really like to know is why faculty will vote to require students to purchase new editions of the book every

  12. International Versions of Textbooks - Smart way to save? (Specifically A&P)

    chicagoing replied to stefanyjoy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I purchased the international edition for microbiology and had no issues. There may be slight variations in the end of chapter questions, but I *think* that rarely occurs. For anatomy, you may even be...

  13. Stupid questions!

    chicagoing replied to Capp's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In response to question #2: I think this varies from school to school. I was allowed to hand-deliver my transcript from the university to the community college because I wished to meet a...

  14. FAFSA: What is my grade level?

    chicagoing replied to chicagoing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took 4 years to complete my BS (non-nursing). If I took into account all of the credits I have at the community college, I would probably be a 7th or 8th year student :uhoh3: I was not seeking a...

  15. Has anyone taken 3 sciences at the same time?

    chicagoing replied to Highschoolfuturenurs's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree

  16. dream school or parents dream school?

    chicagoing replied to lovelikeamber's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would consider 1) your career goals and 2) the cost of attending your desired institution vs. your parents'. Will your parents be paying part of or your entire way through

  17. Taking PAX-RN today at college of Dupage anyone else?

    chicagoing replied to RscodADN10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it should show up under my access, but I am not certain. I don't think the CNA class is any different, though...it is just like paying for 2 3-hour

  18. Taking PAX-RN today at college of Dupage anyone else?

    chicagoing replied to RscodADN10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I usually sign up for the payment plan but did not for the CNA class. My parents floated me a loan for the class so I was able to pay in full. Can you contact the cashier's

  19. Anyone else feel like they are doing too much?

    chicagoing replied to thenameismac's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If I were in your situation, I would opt to take the PCT course at a later time when I have gotten back in the groove of taking classes and getting good grades. Even if you were able to pass the...

  20. applying for NS

    chicagoing replied to momtojosh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It may be more beneficial to also obtain a recommendation from a former supervisor/manager if you've been employed in the past. I would also hate for a young person who has a passion for nursing to...

  21. What is your advice to new students?

    chicagoing replied to CASM's topic in General Students

    Oh no. Would you really suggest missing the wedding or funeral of a close friend or family member? I was in an ensemble with a girl whose best friend's father passed away. She needed to miss 3 days...

  22. Not being able to understand...

    chicagoing replied to Darkpk55's topic in General Students

    Er...did you receive a diagnosis from a psychiatrist? If I'm not mistaken, coffee and ADD meds don't

  23. Go back to school?

    chicagoing replied to BKBS03's topic in General Students

    I am so sorry for your loss. If it is feasible, I would definitely look into applying to RN programs. As you very well know, life is something that no one should ever take for granted. Why put off for...

  24. Need advice on nursing programs

    chicagoing replied to lawly's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'd skip LPN school altogether (that is one year's time in school that you could be spending in an RN program). How about an accelerated bachelor's

  25. financial aid

    chicagoing replied to d00d00butter's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My first thought was doodoobutter was similar to (baby's) butt