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I also encountered problems with getting references from "qualified" people when applying to grad schools for the FNP program. I work with BSN's and my BSN was through Excelsior (no face to face with professors). Most of the FNP programs want your references to be MSN's. I have plenty of MD or DO references but the programs would not accept those. I find that silly to say the least. I have just applied to Kaplan's FNP program. Their admission process was without this nonsense and sounds very promising. I am hopeful to finally be able to get started in a FNP program! Hope this info. helps!

I have applied to Kaplan FNP program. It sounds very promising and was the LEAST STRESSFUL application I have put in so far to Grad schools for FNP. Georgetown and South are a nightmare! Have you picked a school yet?

I am feeling reassured now that I have seen your post. I have just applied to Kaplan FNP program after some serious frustration with applying to other FNP programs such as Georgetown, South, Maryville, etc. The competition for these programs is heinous and I have wasted so much money on just application fees and transcript fees. South even wanted me to have my preceptors (five total specialties) lined up as part of just the application process. Seriously stressful. I am so glad to hear you have had a positive experience with Kaplan and there was some assistance there with the preceptor portion of the program. I feel like a weight is lifted!! Thanks so much nursekaty29!! Best of luck to you on the job hunt! No offers from any of your preceptor's locations?!