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Some of the programs can evaluate your transcript if you send them to admissions. I believe Villanova and Jefferson will do that. Penn didn't prior to sending my application, but you can try. You definitely have a chance at all three, but it will com...

There's a FB page here with some discussion going on already: facebook.com/groups/136473419853406/ OR search "Jefferson FACT Class of 2013-2014"

"I hate the ones with maternal issues."

Looks like orientation is on May 13th. Can't wait for an official schedule.

Maybe you should try shadowing a nurse or working as a CNA (certified nurse assistant) before jumping into another degree. That way you can be a little more certain before making the move. Working as a CNA would be low pay, but the experience could h...

I've created a Facebook group. Please join! facebook.com/groups/136473419853406/ OR search "Jefferson FACT Class of 2013-2014"

Hi everyone, I'll also be starting FACT this spring. Anyone know if a Facebook page has been started? Looking forward to meeting you all. Will you guys be going to the reception and dinner events? I know I will be.

I went with Jeff because I can commute by train into the city. I kind of liked Villanova's service-oriented mindset and it seemed like a solid program, but Villanova simply required more driving time for me. It was a tough choice though. I don't seem...

I also had a few bad correspondence experiences with one individual at Villanova. It didn't play a role in my decision (people like that will be in any institution). Jeff and Villanova came up about equal for me so I went with the one that was a more...

To help those of us considering any or all of these 4 schools I thought I'd start a thread where we can put down why we like or dislike one over another. I have yet to visit Penn or Drexel so those sections are a little sparse. Please feel free to ad...

Thanks for the info hopefulnurse. Good to know about the Perkins Loan - I hadn't heard about it and the fact that it's forgivable. Good luck on getting in to all your schools and with your decision.

The job placement rates there are from the interviews I had with each school (Drexel has no interview and I hadn't interviewed with Penn yet). It was also mentioned at Jeff that although there is time for externships they dissuade you from it. The ...

3.6 in my first BA. 4.0 in sciences and all prereqs. 3.3 should probably be competitive. I think if you feel your other grades aren't up to snuff, you can prove yourself elsewhere - hospital volunteering, part-time work in a healthcare setting, leade...

Whit, what in particular led you to choose Villanova?

I found this in the Sept. 12, 2012 chat transcript which hints at need-based aid though not "no-loan" per se. filomena(FilomenaAdmissions): Anthony, the tuition for the BSN portion is approx 95K, please note financial aid is available and it is ba...

Yes, that's true. The info is dated so I guess that would be a good question for the interview just to make sure.

If I'm reading these right, I believe the following links indicate the "no-loan" packages apply to ABSN students as well: http://www.nursing.upenn.edu/news/Pages/PennNursingreceives.aspx http://www.nursing.upenn.edu/about/Documents/UPfront_fall_09.FI...

I know a couple people who have been granted phone interviews so keep an eye on your inboxes. I wonder if all are getting phone interviews....

Glad this could be of some use. I've not heard back from Penn either. Looking back on my correspondence from Penn I found this: November to January – BSN Interviews for the BSN Second Degree applicants Applicants will be contacted between November 5...

Admissions at Jeff claim a 100% job placement rate after five months for their more recent cohort. Not sure if they're spinning that somehow but that's what they are saying. For anyone else looking at Villanova, they also claim near 100% placement. ...

1. Will Drexel ACE accept credits from University of Phoenix? In general, I believe Drexel will accept online credits from online universities. You can look if they are accredited at this site: Search Institutional Accreditation System University of...

Hi everyone, I've also been accepted to the Spring 2013 ACE program. Congrats to the others who have gotten in and best of luck to those on hold or waiting on getting a spot. Anyone visited yet or have thoughts on the program?