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Another question, how long does the background check usually take or how long did it take for you? (I will be living in Maryland by February 23rd and need to take NCLEX by April 10th)

Yes, thank you. I have the entire application packet from MDBON that was mailed to me so I have the forms and requirements. Trying to get an idea of the timeline. That's what I wanted to know (that they want transcripts sent directly from school). How soon after graduation did you send you transcripts? I believe my school has 30 days from our last exam to post our final grades so I was going to wait until day...31, ha. Thanks for your help!

No, I will graduate an ABSN program February 20. I just need to know what they need for residence and education verficiation.

Hello, allnurses! I will be finishing my ABSN program Feb 20th, 2015 in North Carolina. I will be moving to Maryland that same weekend. I have accepted a position at Hopkins and scheduled my orientation for May 4th, 2015. I really need help organizing my thoughts/to-do list for licensure. What does the school need to send/give me that I will need to give the MDBON (to verify my education/release)? Do I need to stick around for awhile or return to NC to gather these documents? How does this TRADITIONALLY work (please, no special cases- i.e., does the MDBON need transcripts? Some sort of stamp? Electronic verification?) Can someone explain or link to an explanation of the series of events with the MDBON and Pearson? It seems that it is best to go to the MDBON in person to submit documents and obtain fingerprinting, etc. True? Will it be okay that I go the Monday after my last final or do I need to go once the school releases us? I assume this will be a good time of year as far as rcv'g a timely ATT and am hoping that I have chosen the proper date for orientation. Any and ALL input is so appreciated and I thank you!

3k0rb- I know we need FAFSA completed for the Robert Wood Johnson Scholarship app. I would definitely ask the amount for the ATI fee due in February. Good luck and I appreciate you keeping us posted!

Hi everyone! Got my acceptance letter a few days ago and I'm very excited but I must admit, a bit stressed out about funding and keeping current with paperwork! I am moving to WS from out of state so there are some obstacles to deal with there. I have a few questions for current students or for those who may have more of a grasp on things than I do! Can someone summarize the funding process? I understand there are opportunities for scholarship and funding from Wake Forest but otherwise, do students receive federal aid? Does anyone know where Wake Forest or WSSU has roommate or sublet information? What is the average cost of textbooks and supplies? Anything specific you can mention regarding uniform or any further advice on how to prepare? I am ready for anything (well, almost anything) as far as the class/clinical schedule goes but I would appreciate input regarding the coursework, boards prep and your experience in general. Thanks everyone and congratulations! I'm so looking forward to meeting you!

Thank you for that list! So much better to have it condensed!

I am 22 and recently gradated with a BA in Psychology. I have satisfied the pre-requisites for each program I've looked into (through Organic Chem II, Calc I, human pharm, upper level nutrition, psych and phys). I am curious what those in the profession would recommend for my plan of action. Ultimately, I would like to practice surg or neuro intensive care. I will be moving to Virginia or Maryland within the year and do not want to pay non-resident tuition. My tentative plan: Obtain CNA while I am still living in OK --> enroll in ADN program & obtain RN licensure (all while waiting to meet residency requirements) --> once I have established residency, work & obtain BSN... The timeline is less pressing to me than the expense. I would most appreciate state or school specific advice, cost, general advice about second degree students and your evaluations to whether or not this sounds realistic! Thank you in advance!