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  1. feeling panicky about edukan A&P1 final

    olddog40 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am currently taking A&P 1 at Edukan with Prof *******. So far I have a low A, but find the tests difficult even with the open notes. The idea of a comprehensive final without notes is really...

  2. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I forgot to mention that the program is well regarded with the

  3. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Hi Frankiedarling, Your HESI is good enough for UTA, they just want a passing score. If I were you I would a) try to get a job with a partner hospital (this will greatly increase your chances) or b)...

  4. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Have you looked at TCU? They are crazy expensive too, but it sounds like they have a great program. I looked at Baylor, TCU and UTA. The reason UTA appealed to me is that it is online except for your...

  5. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    It actually stands for academic partnership. You are partnered with a hospital and do most of your clinicals there. It is 18 months for a BSN. 6 months more months than Baylor and many tens of...

  6. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    We do 2 10-12 hour clinical days a week. I would say I study at least 20 hours on top of that. It is a very intense program from day one! That being said, I love it. My kids are older- seven and ten....

  7. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    They did take my pharm and patho. They will not take the 2 hour courses but did take the 3 hour nursing courses. I'm in the AP as well. It is very busy but very doable. The program has far exceeded my...

  8. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Congratulations to those of you who made it in. I am just starting my second semester and love it! Let me know if you have any

  9. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I took all of my prereqs at DCCCD. The only course I took at UTA was the intro to nursing. I did have a 4.0 in my sciences and was

  10. UTA Spring 2013

    olddog40 replied to tnuh's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I was admitted to the program with two prereqs left to take. They did not wait for my grades to post. I still had Chemistry and intro to nursing. I did not need these for the other programs I was...

  11. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Student Jen, I remember reading that Longview has a level 1 trauma center. Congrats on whatever you

  12. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats! MEGREEN, have you found the facebook page? I knew you would be joining us. I hope everyone else waiting gets their

  13. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats!! Which

  14. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    ThomasPhan, the deadline to accept is May 11. To all on the waiting list, keep your hopes up. Your stats are great and I think I will be seeing very many of you in the

  15. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Foxy12, I don't think people are saying you didn't deserve to get in. I think they are shocked, frustrated and disappointed for themselves. It is a very confusing application process. When I first...

  16. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am so shocked that so many of you 4.0 people were wait listed for the on campus program. You guys must be at the top of the list for

  17. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    I totally understand MEGREEN I didn't even feel like typing it. So many got in last semester from the waiting list. Don't give up hope. I have a feeling we will be classmates! Baylor Science 4.0...

  18. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am in as well for the AP program. So sorry for everyone who didn't get good news. I am partnered with Baylor. Cha1 where are you

  19. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Momsboys, how frustrating! I hope the list goes your way this

  20. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    No email for me yet. My last name begins with T. I am so sorry to all those who did not get in. This is such a long and frustrating

  21. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am the same. I must have 10 transcripts on

  22. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    I hope second time is a charm for you! I am a mom of boys too.:loveya: I am mentally preparing myself that it may take more than one try to get in. Such a long road we are

  23. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Rumor is that it will be email today. I am partnered with Baylor also. Were you partnered last semester? Do you mind sharing your stats? I wonder how many are applying for the Baylor spots?? Good luck...

  24. UTA FALL 2012

    olddog40 replied to BJBAILEY1972's topic in Texas Nursing

    My advisor emailed me today and said we will know very soon! Are there any other Baylor applicants on here? Wondering how many of us there are and what type of stats everyone has. Good luck everyone....

  25. Know of any good trauma/burn books?

    olddog40 replied to LFTBICU's topic in Burn

    I love that book! Made me add burn nurse to possible dream specialties