TaylerCaitlean

I am in the process of finishing up prerequisites and wanted to see if anyone could provide some insight on the Traditional BSN program at UTMB Galveston. I am also applying to two local ADN programs,(San Jac and Alvin Community College), however UTMB would be my first choice. My only concern with UTMB is how intense the program will be. I am a single mom to a five month old, however I do have a tremendous amount of family support, and I work part time as well. The ADN programs may be somewhat more forgiving towards my circumstances, however it will take much longer as I plan on getting my BSN after completion. If anyone who has completed or is currently enrolled in the program could offer me any insight on the program itself or their personal experience, it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much in advance for any help or advice! :)

School is definitely a priority of mine, I just wanted to make sure I would still be able to work. I currently only work part-time, so that won't be an issue. If you don't mind me asking, what is your schedule typically like? Thank you for your input - I appreciate it!

My work schedule is pretty flexible - I currently work the evening shifts primarily with varying shifts on Friday and Saturday. We're closed on Sundays. I'm not sure if this makes a difference or not, but thank you for your input!

I am currently working towards a Bachelor of Science in General Business, however I've always wanted to pursue nursing. I (hopefully) plan on going to nursing school shortly after graduating. I am a single mom and not working is unfortunately not an option, so I think the ADN then RN-BSN route would be my best bet. (Although I could be wrong - any input would be greatly appreciated!) The following are my current concerns: I've read several threads and from what I can tell, you have little to no control over picking the days and times for your classes/clinicals. How true is this? My concern is that without the ability to have some say so in the matter, there will be potential schedule conflicts between school and work. As previously stated, after researching each option, I feel that based on my personal circumstances, the ADN then RN-BSN route would be best choice. I realize that this option will take longer, however being around for my son is extremely important to me. If anyone has successfully pursued another option, such as the Accelerated BSN, while managing work and a family, I would really appreciate any advice! I guess I'm just trying to see if it's even possible for me to do this. Thank you in advance for any answers and advice!

I am currently a pre-nursing student with about half of my prerequisites completed. I live in the Houston area and the prerequisites I have taken were geared towards a local nursing program in the medical center. However, due to a recent change of events, I am moving to the Austin area within the next few weeks. I've looked at applying to the nursing program offered by Texas State University in Round Rock. The only problem with this is that they require more and/or different prerequisites than what I am currently working on. This dilemma will put me back an entire year in regards of when I can apply. As opposed to applying for the Fall of 2013, I will now have to finish all required coursework and apply for the Fall of 2014. (This program unfortunately does not admit students for the Spring semesters.) My question is, in the grand scheme of things, does obtaining my degree a year later than originally planned really matter? At this rate, assuming all goes according to plan and I apply for Fall 2014, I will have my degree before I'm 23. Thank you so much in advance for any help or advice - it is greatly appreciated!

Right now, I don't necessarily have a definite school I wish to apply for due to location, family, etc. I still have half of my prerequisites left to complete so hopefully closer to the fall I will have a more definite school. Thank you so much for all of the help, I appreciate it!!

I'm currently a Pre-Nursing student and I have about half of my prerequisites completed. I don't plan on applying to nursing school until Fall 2013. However, I don't know whether or not my original A&P I grade will hurt me during the application process. My current grades look like the following: Human Anatomy & Physiology I - C Psychology - B Sociology - A English Composition I - B College Algebra - A Philosophy - A Child Growth & Development - A Lifespan Growth & Development - A Human Anatomy & Physiology II - B *(Currently a B but hopefully an A by the end of the semester) My question is do you think I should retake A&P I or will I be okay leaving it as is? My GPA at the end of this semester, if I make all A's, will roughly be a 3.5. Thank you so much in advance for any help - it's greatly appreciated!!