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  1. Summer Entry 2012 Accelerated BSN Johns Hopkins

    leenak replied to MarwaT's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I want to do the thing that has the most competition it seems FNP although I think I want to specialize in pediatrics. FNP can work with those 3 and older and that seems good to me. I also accept...

  2. I want to become a nurse, but I am afraid of what lies ahead...

    leenak replied to futurenurse100's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You might not want to talk about nursing being a secure job around here. There are lots of new grads and laid off nurses who can't find jobs. You are going to have to work hard to find a job right...

  3. I want to become a nurse, but I am afraid of what lies ahead...

    leenak replied to futurenurse100's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I guess my memory of my situation is a bit hazy but I was done with college when I applied for graduation at the end of my 5th year. I ended up having nearly double the minimum units for a BS. I...

  4. I want to become a nurse, but I am afraid of what lies ahead...

    leenak replied to futurenurse100's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Why are you taking human biology as a major? If your pre-reqs mesh, it might be shorter to have it as a minor. It won't help you to get into nursing school to have a double

  5. Johns Hopkins Fall Entry Accelerated BSN (2012)

    leenak replied to TESC'10's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Applications are due Jan 15 and I plan to have all my stuff in by then. I'm excited and

  6. Human Biology before Anatomy?

    leenak replied to nelnel89's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you have to take RMP with a grain of salt. I've taken two professors who have had iffy ratings on RMP. They actually both turned out to be great. I think people who are more likely to...

  7. Summer Entry 2012 Accelerated BSN Johns Hopkins

    leenak replied to MarwaT's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think only MSN candidates get an interview. I was considering only applying for BSN then applying for MSN later but I figure it'd be nice to know that I'm in the program and you can also go part...

  8. Nursing School Admit Essay

    leenak replied to summerzippsalong's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A few minor grammar issues: You shouldn't capitalize mother and grandmother unless you are substituting their name but by putting my in front of it, you don't need to captalize it. Don't start...

  9. is BIO 201 hard?

    leenak replied to Cynthia0218's topic in General Students

    Many nursing schools won't accept online science classes so I'd double check with the schools you are applying

  10. Help me prepare for Anatomy

    leenak replied to lvnibclc's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well you could start reading through your textbook. That is what I'd do. Any upfront reading should help in the

  11. Johns Hopkins Fall Entry Accelerated BSN (2012)

    leenak replied to TESC'10's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I'm applying regular decision as I wouldn't have had any decent references until after this semester. I'm hopeful and actually only school I'm applying to this round. Are you currently in

  12. Human Biology before Anatomy?

    leenak replied to nelnel89's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would agree with taking

  13. Non-nursing Bachelors to ADN

    leenak replied to youngwildfree's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well a ABSN program would probably be the shortest time but given you have a BS/BA already, a BSN program will probably take just as much time as an ADN program. I'd look at all your options. And...

  14. Honest Opinion - Marymount Accelerated BSN - 2010/2011

    leenak replied to bsn_in_2011's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Have you looked on Facebook for any groups? I know I've seen University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins nursing students make groups on

  15. Very Discouraging

    leenak replied to hmjensen's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Many accelerated programs are accelerated because they shorten breaks. One school listed a 6 week break for winter which seems a bit insane but the accelerated program shortens it to 2 weeks. There...

  16. Honest Opinion - Marymount Accelerated BSN - 2010/2011

    leenak replied to bsn_in_2011's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I am applying to other programs in the area but read about the various schools even if I'm not applying. I have friends that live in Arlington and I live in Maryland. $1200 should get you a place but...

  17. Summer Entry 2012 Accelerated BSN Johns Hopkins

    leenak replied to MarwaT's topic in Post Graduate Students

    My decision to quit my current career and go into nursing has many reasons but I think, now more than ever, the underserved populations are really suffering. I really want to be part of helping fill...

  18. Classmates complaining about program, I think it is fine

    leenak replied to Bruce_Wayne's topic in General Students

    People learn differently and some people are able to grasp certain concepts better than others. Also, stress plays a part and someone who has 3 kids and a spouse that works full time will have a...

  19. Summer Entry 2012 Accelerated BSN Johns Hopkins

    leenak replied to MarwaT's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'm originally from Southern California. I love Maryland and be happy to live here for the rest of my life but due to familial considerations, I may try to move back to California after I go to...

  20. Non-nursing Bachelors to ADN

    leenak replied to youngwildfree's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would check the job market in your area first. How well are ADNs getting hired? More and more places are requiring BSNs. Also, an ADN may not necessarily be quicker. Second degree BSN programs...

  21. Experiences with going to school with a commute

    leenak replied to leenak's topic in General Students

    That is amazing. When I lived in So Cal, I knew some people who lived in Vegas and rented a room locally during the week but commuted home on the weekends or some days. I am definitely applying to...

  22. Maryland BSN hopefuls for Fall 2012

    leenak replied to ixchel's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I'm aware of the JHU expense and although I'll apply for their scholarship, the chances of me getting in and getting their half price tuition scholarship are slim. I've been saving up for nursing...

  23. Honest Opinion - Marymount Accelerated BSN - 2010/2011

    leenak replied to bsn_in_2011's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm guessing you don't live in the area right now? Generally, housing anywhere near DC and near metro lines is going to be expensive. Arlington is definitely an expensive area. And then the commute...

  24. Do I have a chance of getting in to UMDNJ ABSN program for fall 2012?

    leenak replied to muffin1120's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most schools will weigh the science classes very heavily. What makes you think you'll get 2 A's when you are getting 2 C's now? Taking 2 labs together can be difficult. What does the school say...

  25. Very Discouraging

    leenak replied to hmjensen's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm at about 2 years doing pre-reqs part time. Also, it may not be helped but try not to do 2 lab classes in the same