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  1. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    One of my friends who is a nurse now uses her iPad mini as a reference when need be. She likes using it, but I don't know if they will let us use them during clinicals,

  2. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

    bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced Practice

    Thanks for your feedback - it is definitely comforting to know that you have had positive experiences with students from both programs! I do get the feeling that UMass offers more support to their...

  3. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

    bosfnp2b posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    Does anyone have any feedback on the quality of students from the direct-entry MSN programs at UMass Worcester (UMass Medical) or MGH IHP? If there are any preceptors out there that can comment on...

  4. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

    bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced Practice

    I was awarded a large scholarship from MGH, so MGH tuition would end up being about $20k less for the whole program. I think I am just torn because UMass had been my first choice. Had I not been...

  5. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

    bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced Practice

    @BCGradnurse: Thanks for your response! Would you just recommend going with the program that is less expensive then if the output is the

  6. Graduates of Direct Entry MSN Programs in Massachusetts

    bosfnp2b replied to bosfnp2b's topic in Advanced Practice

    Just to clarify, I'm sure that grads from both programs are awesome as both schools have great reputations. I'm really looking to get a better understanding of the pros/cons of the training provided...

  7. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Do any of you know if health insurance is included in the tuition amounts that they list in the handbook? It says inclusive of all fees...but i'm not sure if health insurance counts as a

  8. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Nothing yet - i'm supposed to hear end of this week/early next. Good

  9. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    So I think the interview went well :) I won't know for sure until the first week of March, and I know that it is a very competetive program, so we shall see... @whatatreat86: I didn't hear until last...

  10. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    @DizzyD25 Also, did you have any luck getting in contact with MGH about visiting the campus, etc? I think I am going to see if they will let me come in for a tour, etc. sometime this or

  11. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Sorry - I've been without internet access for a few days. Congrats on your acceptances :) I'm interviewing this week, so fingers crossed! Any pointers for the interview? Did they only cover the...

  12. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I live in Boston and share a one bed with my significant other...we pay $1650 + cable/internet & electric and our landlord is increasing rent to $1750 when we move out. This is for ~500 sq ft...

  13. Simmons FNP Direct Entry 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to rainkissedleaves's topic in Post Graduate Students

    That's awesome news :) I'm surprised they were able to turn around the decisions so

  14. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Yeah it is strange. How quickly do you have to respond to UMW after they give an

  15. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Let me know how the visit goes! If I find out any more info on either program I'll share with you, too

  16. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks - that makes me feel a little better. I wish I had known that it was rolling before I applied, I would have submitted my app WAY earlier. I must have missed that on their website. I haven't...

  17. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    They put a note in the acceptance letter and then sent me a separate email on Thursday. I was really surprised...definitely wasn't expecting it! The money factor is so tough - you hate to have it make...

  18. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I also liked the ability to sub-specialize and the affiliation with the medical school. I have close friends in the Worcester area so I would have a great support network if I ended up out there. I...

  19. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I hear you! I was really impressed by the facilities at UMW and they are in the process of opening a brand new building, which is awesome. I know someone that has completed the program at UMW and...

  20. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I would love to hear more about the campus feel, too :) I can speak to volunteering at MGH as I spent a year volunteering there. They have a very robust volunteer network, literally thousands of...

  21. Pros/Cons of Umass Worcester GEP Program

    bosfnp2b replied to DizzyD25's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Dizzy, are you living far from Boston now? I've lived in Boston for the past 9 years (went to undergrad here and then stayed after) and worried that I would be overwhelmed by city life when I first...

  22. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Unfortunately, I submitted my application closer to the deadline than I had hoped, so that may have something to do with it. They said that once you submit your application it is verified by...

  23. MGH Direct Entry MSN 2013

    bosfnp2b replied to steve21021's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I too am torn between MGH/UMass. Until yesterday, UMass was probably my top choice. Then I was accepted into MGH's FNP program and received a nice scholarship, which definitely tipped the scales. I...