hey, I am applying to a bunch of nursing programs in Ca (CSU long beach, East Bay, San Marcos, San Bernardino, San Diego state and SF state), were I reside. I was wondering if anybody knew of a few good entry level BSN programs back east to consider. I would like to stay within 1 hour of the ocean as my fiance works in the scuba diving industry (also a paramedic). I am considering NYU and UMASS-Boston. As this is my first bachelors I'd like to go to a school with a great reputation. Any other ideas? I also would like to be in a city that is somewhat large as I want to continue working as an EMT and my Fiance a paramedic. I have only been back east a few time. I have loved and would love to go to school there. I just dont have the time or money to go look at all there schools. Thats were you guys come in Thanks, Melissa