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  1. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Maxwell - I had never seen the hospital rankings - very interesting.

  2. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here are the general graduate nursing rankings - hpoe this helps. Rank/School Average assessment score (5 = highest) 1. University of Washington 4.7 2. University of California--San Francisco...

  3. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree !! That would be a huge help

  4. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Jess - I have A&P I and II as well as org. chem. If I go to Simmons or MGH I will do the summer classes. If BC, I will hopefully continue at Bunker Hill where I have been fairly pleased thus far...

  5. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree. I have been very surprised by the response I have recieved. Someone from MGH finally did get back to me and only provided a list of teachers and their contact info. They suggested that I...

  6. Help! Direct-entry MGH vs. Simmons

    NP-to-be replied to quakerkid's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Beach23 - I also have been accepted to both Simmons and MGH and am in the process of deciding. Simmons is actually the more expensive program ($760/credit vs. $707/credit at MGH). Simmons also has a...

  7. Direct Entry MSN...MGH vs. Simmons?

    NP-to-be replied to quakerkid's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't like the deadlines either! BC allows a month before requiring a deposit, which is great. What classes have you taken at Simmons? It's interesting to hear your feedback because I have been...

  8. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hey Jess - Any more thoughts on if you'll visit BC / MGH. MGH is not being very responsive to my request for a visit ...

  9. Direct Entry MSN...MGH vs. Simmons?

    NP-to-be replied to quakerkid's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Quakerkid - I am deciding between Simmons, MGH and BC. Since I was accepted to Simmons in January I already had to send in my $$$. Even since my new acceptances, I am still leaning towards Simmons....

  10. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    CAG - You sound like you're doing quite well with the news! It's great that you can really look at the bright side of the situation - that will serve you well in anything you do !! I also believe...

  11. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi Jess - I have gone back and forth all weekend! I'm back to Simmons being my top choice ... I think :rotfl: It's interesting because not only is it the lowest ranked school that I've been accepted...

  12. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Jess - I think you're doing a wonderful job !! You are thoroughly weighing all of your options w/ both your and your kids best interests at heart. You sound like a wonderful mom. Spending 2-3...

  13. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats Diana !!!!!!! Wow, that makes four of us that could possibly be classmates in the

  14. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, this is tough. I am going to try to let things settle and hope that more school visits will help me along the right path

  15. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That would be GREAT !! I have sent an email to the director of grad nursing at MGH inquiring about how to coordinate a visit - I will let you know what I hear back. I am so glad that we're in the...

  16. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think that's a good point. I think I'll try to set up some campus visits to help w/ the decision process. Do you know approximately how many people usually take a year off at BC, or go part-time...

  17. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I know !! How do you turn down a school that is ranked so high ?!?! How do you feel about the length of the progam? Are you worried about clinical experience

  18. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I got accepted at BC too !! Oh my goodness, this was the last thing that I expected ... now how am I going to make a decision

  19. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow Jess !! Congrats, that's great news. Even if you decide against BC, it's a great accomplishment. All of your hard work has paid off ... what a week!! :balloons: :balloons: :balloons:...

  20. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Jess - I just spoke to someone in admissions at BC who said letters went out on Monday. If they were actually mailed on monday I am shocked mine has not arrived since I live so close to BC. But...

  21. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Initially, I got a better feeling at Simmons ... but I was also very impressed w/ MGH. They were my top two choices, and I thought I'd be happy at either. The cost is almost the same, give or take...

  22. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is $18,500/yr, which at MGH will cover the majority of tuition. I have A&P I & II, Chem II and Nurtrition (only if I choose MGH). Jess, that's a great idea to take nutrition online early...

  23. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thanks for all the support everyone ... Seahorse, Smile, Cag, you guys are great !! Jess, maxwell - I called Brett in fin aid at MGH this a.m. He confirmed that any merit awards/scholarships were...

  24. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Big day for MGH news !! Congrats Max ... well done

  25. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    NP-to-be replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Me neither I guess ... ?!?! Oh well, one thing at a time right !! Phew, what a relief. We could be classmates - so exciting. I know it is still so early, but do you know which school you're leaning...