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Hey alexa;I know I heard that the FNP track is the most competitive. Today is the last day they are accepting apps so you should know no later than 6 weeks from today. I hope that you get in for the spring :) . I applied for part time as I work full time . What did you choose ? And why FNP? I chose ACNP because I want to do outpatient cardiology , and they usually round in the hospital. I'm a new grad so don't really have much RN experience to pull from.Grace

Hi all; I recently found out that I was accepted to USF in Tampa's AG-ACNP program for the Spring 2013. I am still in awe as I believe it is their inaugural class from attending the graduate information session this past summer. I have searched the threads to see if anyone started one,but basically I just wanted to reach out and hear from all who will be starting in the spring at USF as an MSN student, as we will all have the same classes for awhile regardless of track. Hope to hear from all the future USF APN's soon

GBAB, I sent you my email address. I will put my school one here if anyone else wants to contact me. [email protected] Grace

Hi all: The background check took about 2 months for me. The background check itself turns around in a day, the drug screen takes about 3 days, but the FBI fingerprint screening took 2 months. Some peoples got returned to them because the FBI said the prints were not legible. I sent 2 extras in the packet so they could pick and choose to avoid this problem. Go to umbackcheckdotcom( the dot is an actual .) just we cant post links on here, and get the process started. Mine was $95.00. med calc ISBN 0323056296. GL :)

Hi Mike, Alot of students live in the Gables near school, at University Inn Condominiums. There is a website on UM for off campus housing you can check out, I also know some people who live in the Dadeland area. Those are both relatively safe. Dont go too deep in the Gables though because it can be kind of sketch if you know what I mean. For me I live far and commute because I just couldnt afford those places and am not working so it is all up to your pocket lol. The first semester was crazy, but only because it was 10 weeks( summer start). If you are starting in Jan, I think thats the best because second semester is the easiest so doing it in summer is ok. Dont get me wrong its not easy at all, just the easiest of all 3. First semester I had clinicals for adult health I 2 days a week but in fall and spring you only do one day from 7-3 30. There is class everyday else and is pretty much from 8-4. There is also a Health assessment lab that you go to once a week to learn how to do your assessment , so that day you may stay later depending on which lab you get. Over all patho and pharm were the hardest, pharm the hardest of all. You will get through it though, its not impossible. The only thing i can say to do before the program is to keep on top of the school with making sure your bckground check has cleared and to start reviewing the med calc book way before, rather than late beacause it 400 pages you have to practice before the program starts for a test you get within 2 weeks of the first day, and you need to pass with a 90% by the third try. I am great at maths so i caught up fast but them telling me a month before was a bit haphazard for me. I had to take out loans to pay for tuition. My first semester i took out a medcap loan from wells fargo, but this semester my mom took out a parent plus loan on my behalf because I am still a dependent. Any thing else feel free to message me Grace

Hi everyone, I am currently in my second semester of the ABSN program so if anyone has any questions about the first semester or general inquiries feel free to message me. Grace

Atakes, The USF app isnt due until JUNe 1. Try and Volunteer in a hospital these last few months or something to put down. Try and show them anything that shows you are a good caring person and give back to your community. Best of Luck!

Heyy, Actually It is on the certificate. Its the UMbackcheck website and its $95. Grace

Where are you located and I will try looking up something and get back to you? Grace

Have you thought of applying to FIU as a post bac student or non degree seeking at MDC and take ur pre reqs there. Once you apply to an Accelerated or Traditional BSN you would not be able to work a m-f 9to 5 job due to time constraints. Good luck on your journey into nursing !

BrCia, I am a fellow Gator myself and will be graduating April 30 with my Bachelors in Health Science. I have spoken to Ken as well about the Accelerated BSN and I know what you mean. UF is going towaed the direct entry to DNP with the option to exit with MSN for now. I am choosing not to go that route only because I would like a change of scenery and the post masters DNP is distance based unlike the post bachelors. The DNP is not a requirement by 2015 but merely a recommendation so many schools like UF and UM are starting to gear students towards entering this program. You will still be an NP with or without a DNP as long as you pass your certification exam. The DNP is something I am doing for myself in hopes of bettering patient outcomes in low income communities. I am very interested in women's heath and pediatrics, and eventually want to open a Women's/Children's clinic in the future. I am also merely 21 years old so I have the time to spend doing all this. Your unique situation may make it difficult for you to pursue the DNP. Grace

BrCia, I plan to do the MSN part time at UM or FAU. The 2 year track and I am gonna do the DNP with UF or UM for another year and a half.

Lmaria, I got the same email today! Your stuff got their quick! lol Yes I want to continue right away while the brain is still young, and info still fresh. Mf bf and I are holding off on marriage till we both become established so I'd definitely like to be done with school forever and in a good NP position by 25/26 because I do agree with you its important to start your family. I hope we get this scholarship or get into FAU, whichever but 13,000 in loan just for one semester- Murder. Im gonna save for living expenses now while I have a job, but still , The entire FAU tuition for 55 credits is still under 13K... Yunas, Yeah, keep us posted. :)

Lmaria, Congrats on recently tying the knot! I am a decade younger than you lol, but I understand wanting to have a baby :). They are so cute lol.. I am sure you will be able to use the MBA and may not even have to get an msn unless you want to be a NP, CNM, or CRNA. After working at the bedside as an RN for 3-5 years I am sure you would be able to apply for a management position in nursing. They make just as much as NP's if not more. My aunt is a Nurse manager at South Miami Hospital and her pay after taxes is about 96k. I really wanted to get the masters in nurse midwifery, but due to the economy and Florida's stipulations, I am leaning towards getting the FNP, and possibly just working in womens health or pediatrics for now till the economy starts to turn around. I tend to be practical, although I love the specialty, the jobs just aren't there right now so marketability is key .

lmaria, Definitely I'm praying on that one because I don't know about that much money for the bsn, especially since I'm trying to the msn part time while working right after. I really hope we get some form of relief :)