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  1. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I know this was not directed at me but I can share some thoughts. A big concern for me about this program was the schedule. I attended the open house and they said that many times, you do not find...

  2. How do you fellows study?

    PennyS replied to zeno33's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I read before each lecture. After lecture, I go back and re-read in the text any areas that were unclear as well as the areas that the teacher emphasized in class. I then make my own power point...

  3. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi there - When you respond to or begin a post, click on "go advanced". You will then see "bookmark" which gives you different ways to be notified or not notified at all when someone responds.

  4. What to do?

    PennyS replied to lw34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am sorry but a kind and loving husband would not threaten to divorce you if you pursued your dream. Please do not go to nursing school just to please him. You will be miserable. Your husband...

  5. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    It worked for

  6. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Congrats everyone! I was also accepted but have opted to attend Curry - classes start tomorrow. One step closer to becoming an RN for all of

  7. Are there any Second Degree BSN programs that AREN'T accelerated?

    PennyS replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am not sure if where you are from and if you are amenable to relocating. Simmons College in Boston has an 18 month and 2 & 3 year options. The other Accel programs in the area has varying time...

  8. How many hrs a day did u study for A&P1

    PennyS replied to MeekaNichole's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not 10 hrs a day! The best thing to do is schedule daily studying. I aimed for 2 hours a day spread out during the week. Any longer than that and I stopped retaining the info. I did put longer...

  9. Starting nursing Pre-reqs

    PennyS replied to RNbygrace's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just want to give you some words of encouragement as I was in your shoes a few years back. I have been a stay at home Mom for 10 years. I am a former litigation attorney but decided once my...

  10. What was your Pre-req GPA?

    PennyS replied to Topher53's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    4.0 gpa for my prereqs but only a 3.26 gpa for undergrad (BS in Education 20 years ago). Yes...I am old! I start an Accel nursing program on the

  11. word count limit for application essay

    PennyS posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel so silly asking this but the essay portion of the application process says to submit a 500 word essay......I know that I should not exceed the 500 word count but how exact am I suppose to be?...

  12. Just accepted into my 1st choice ABSN program, BUT......

    PennyS posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    classes start in less than 2 weeks! I was placed on the waitlist this past May and did not hold out much hope that a spot would open. Over 300 applicants for approx. 32 spots. My plan was to...

  13. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Good luck everyone! My life took an unexpected turn yesterday. I got a call from Curry and a spot opened up in their Accel program. I start classes January 15th. Baptism by

  14. Just accepted into my 1st choice ABSN program, BUT......

    PennyS replied to PennyS's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you all! No turning back now. I am officially in! Picked up all my books

  15. Just accepted into my 1st choice ABSN program, BUT......

    PennyS replied to PennyS's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you! I am leaning that way but I am

  16. word count limit for application essay

    PennyS replied to PennyS's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My impression is that it is a maximum 500 words. I am at 490 now so I am leaving it at that! Thanks for you

  17. Curry Accel BSN- April 1st deadline

    PennyS replied to weluv3's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I will give you my two cents. I applied last year....waitlisted I had the same question and since there were no instructions about it on the application, I double-spaced and used times roman 12pt....

  18. My Nursing Essay

    PennyS replied to Jingles39's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ok - so I am clearly not observant. I just noted the date on the original post! I am curious if OP is still around and if you were

  19. My Nursing Essay

    PennyS replied to Jingles39's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    First I want to tell you that I really enjoyed reading your essay. Substantively, I think your essay is great. It is responsive to the questions posed. It grabbed my attention immediately and I...

  20. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    That is what is so frustrating...all the different deadlines. I also want to know who may offer the best finaid packet before having to put deposits down but that won't happen. Oh well! Of course,...

  21. Why is it that prereqs are so minimal for some programs?

    PennyS replied to victormansella's topic in General Students

  22. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    About 18 miles outside of Boston. If I do get accepted, the one thing I am NOT looking forward to is the commute. During low traffic volume, I can zip in to Charlestown in under 30 minutes but there...

  23. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    We have a lot in common! I also had a law career prior to staying home. Do you have moments when you think "what am I doing?!?" I am really excited about this but I am also very nervous wondering...

  24. MGH ABSN Summer 2013

    PennyS replied to kbellrn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I contacted finaid during the application process and here is their

  25. Can't Get A Definite Answer - What Format Did You Submit Your Entrance Essay In?

    PennyS replied to jpluncford21's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Did it not specify in the application? If no, then definitely double space, times new roman 12 pt. If there is a word count or page limit, make sure you stick to it. Maybe a header with your