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Congrats!!!! That's my dream job! Did you do an immersion year there or an internship? If you have any tips on how you landed such an amazing first gig, please share! Congrats again!

Hi Art, I don't commute from Salem but I am a current student there. I don't think anyone from my cohort commutes from Salem either, but I'm sure in one of the classes someone does!! My advice to you would be to call the School of Nursing and ask if...

I have a few questions for experienced OB nurses and was hoping someone would be willing to share their thoughts with a nursing student! I went into nursing school with the full intention of becoming an OB nurse. Once I started school, I saw that no...

You're welcome! It sounds like you're in a really good position right now! Nothing to do now but cross your fingers and wait (so much easier said than done). As far as acceptance goes, it varies from year to year depending on how many applications...

kmdguy, I've been exactly where you are and I know that this part, the waiting for answers after you submit your apps is the worst!! Here's what I can tell you. I am also working on my second career, as you are. I also put everything else aside to...

I love the plan, but there may be a hitch. I'm not sure where you are doing your pre-reqs, but at PCC, A&P I (BIO 231) is a pre-req to get into nutrition. Nutrition is much more difficult class than it sounds like it might be. So, you need to ...

You can absolutely retake Nutrition and Human Development again and have them override the previous grades. In fact, it's highly recommended that you do so. As far as financial aid and if they will pay, I honestly don't have any idea. I didn't hav...

In rereading my response, I realized I probably wasn't as clear as I could have been. What I was getting at with the pre-reqs is that there is a big difference between what is required to apply, and what is required to start. With OCNE schools, it'...

Oh Lisa, I'm so sorry. That's horrible. I'm still keeping my fingers crossed that something else comes along for you. I'm so sorry.

You are not alone! It's very nerve wracking when you are just starting to tackle the pre-reqs and application process. A&P is hugely important, make sure you get all A's. Your GPA is paramount in getting noticed so if you need to repeat any ot...

They denied you for a personal loan or an alternative student loan? They have very different approval rates. I am keeping my fingers crossed for you!! It's my understanding that even with very poor credit, alternative student loans get approved. ...

Weird...the link isn't showing up. Go the wells fargo website, click student loans, then "professional students" to find info on the MedCap loan. Good luck!!

Hi Lisa! Congrats on your acceptance! When you applied for the loans, were you trying to just get standard personal loans? Personal loans are more difficult to get. Students loans (also known as alternative loans) are much easier. They have a dec...

Congrats on graduating from UofP!! I'm in Portland also and know what a fantastic program that is. I'm just starting the BSN program at OHSU I lived in SLO for a few years and just wanted to add that you should check out French Hospital. I did c...

Hi John! I know I'm a little late, but I just came across your post and felt compelled to reply. I'm a COT and have over 15 years experience in ophthalmology. How long have you been a tech? Are you certified? Being a tech is a fantastic job and g...

LOL...It's JUNE and I'm still giddy. Nearly two full months of giddy!! :lol2:

Congrats Lila!! I just sent you a private message, but wanted to say WOOOO HOOOO!!! Congrats :D:D

I had 60 points before the essay. They won't tell you how many points you earned from the essay, they just add up the points and tell you if you got in or not.

All three of nursing schools I applied to require health insurance (PCC, Linfield, OHSU). The cost is factored into the tuition. When you look at the tuition per term or semester, it's already in there. Therefore, your financial aid does help to c...

I'm not really a math person either, but I really enjoyed stats. It's a fun class. The math part of it is actually quite easy, especially if you have recently come from math 111b or c. It's really about learning how to think in a stats sort of way...

cnmbfa, I am only at the very beginning of my journey and getting ready to finally pursue a nursing degree. I have to say that your post gave me chills, and made me a little weepy. Nurses like you are originally what made me want to be a nurse. Th...

Lila, You are very welcome! My choice was sealed by many of the things that people on this board said. CuriousMe was instrumental in giving me perspective from a current student's point of view. I'm really happy that I could repay the favor! I'm ...

I am fortunate enough to have been accepted at Linfield (fall cohort) as well as OHSU. This decision is making me a lunatic!! I have felt for a long time that Linfield is my school of choice. I love that they go straight through summer and I will ...

Lila, I sent you a private message

Lila, Were you accepted into Fall or Spring cohort at Linfield?