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@L6870- I like the program! Like all programs, it has had its ups-and-downs. Overall, I loved how short it was and how AWESOME my clinical experience was. I had a fantastic coach and I learned SO much. Students in this program graduate with exception...

@lele8907- Sorry for the delay. Fall semester is busy with job applications and what not. Honestly, I don't think I'm the best person to ask about paying for the program as I received total support from my parents (I'm 23 and fresh out of undergrad!)...

@nurseandmomtobe, I brought a professional-looking notepad thing and a couple copies of my resume, but never used either. They have your resume on-hand during the interview and there is really nothing you need to write down. I wouldn't recommend brin...

Hey ya'll! Sorry, I've been MIA (NCLEX review session and start of FINAL semester!) Congratulations to those who got interviews! I just thought I'd give my two cents about interviews since... Well, I interviewed and was accepted. :) First of all, REL...

@cinders_gr You don't have a choice in your clinical site. Your primary faculty will place you based on your level of prior experience (i.e., our former paramedic is in the ICU and I am in Cardiopulmonary/IMC), your geographic location, and your pers...

@lele8907, I can agree with @flyonn that your TEAS V may be a bit low, but it won't necessarily keep you out of the race. I would definitely highlight all of your experience if you get an interview. I got my interview offer about two weeks before I a...

I doubt I am supposed to say this, but I was told to keep my schedule open on Aug. 27, 29, and 29 for interviews. Typically, admission offers/denials are sent out 5-7 days after interviews. As current students, we are required to attend at least one ...

@hopefulprayers1, I didn't have physiology done before the application deadline. I mean, physiology! That's a super important class in the list of pre-requisites. I still got in! Having your courses completed will given you an advantage, but it will ...

@duffel0521- This is my own personal sneaking suspicion that hasn't been backed up yet, but I have reasons to believe that they barely even look at your first degree's overall GPA as long as it is over the minimum requirement of a 3.0. They are more ...

@cinders_gr, Community activities are clinical activities in which you interact with a population of individuals that pertains to your coursework for that semester. For example, our OB course last semester required us to attend a breastfeeding and ne...

Hi @cinders_gr! Yes, there are many students in my cohort that have children. One of my closest friends in the program is a mother of four! I am truly amazed by the people who have children in this program because it definitely is a challenge. The ti...

@Nurseandmomtobe- It's hard to keep track of 37 other people, so I really can't speak for everyone. Based on the people that I have gotten close with, it seems that their clinical experience got them in. Grades don't hurt either. The average GPA, sci...

@hopefulprayers1- Yes, all of the coursework is online. The first semester is 21 credit hours that are staggered throughout and end/start on various dates. The classes are anywhere from a full 16 weeks to a mere 2 weeks. On a good week, I usually spe...

@hopefulprayers1- It seems like the deadline is July 1 now, but I can't be sure. TTHSCU doesn't use nursingCAS. You'll submit everything through an independent system on the TTUHSC website. I like the program! It's very hard, but manageable. I feel ...

@hopefulprayers1- Thank you! Appreciate it. There are a few different campuses; Abilene, Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Lubbock, and Odessa. Make sure you look into the application process for the second-degree programs through the HSC. It is not the same...

Sure. I had a BS ('12) from UT with an overall of a 3.5ish and a pre-requisite of a 3.7ish. I got an 80% on my TEAS. I had about two years of experience as a PCT (CNA/phlebotomy certified) on a busy/crazy medical-surgical floor in Round Rock and a fe...

Hey guys! I am currently in the 2014 cohort here in Austin, TX and I remember how grueling the admission process was. We get about two weeks off between the spring and summer semester, so I would be happy to answer some of your questions while I have...

Austin folks: So sorry about the FB group issues. Not sure what the problem. My advice to those who haven't joined is to copy and paste the title into your search bar. I'll work on it when I'm at home!

@Texnurse96- I thought I was crazy! I was looking for a PM, but couldn't find one! ALL- I have created a FB group titled 'Texas Tech Health Science Center Accelerated BSN 2013-2014 (Austin Cohort)'. I did not attach a link to this post because it is ...

Congratulations to everyone! I can't wait! I would definitely be interested in creating a FB page. If anyone would like to connect earlier than January, let me know and I'd be happy to make it.

I just received my acceptance! I am so happy! Can't wait to meet everyone!

Based on past application cycles, I think it will be either on Monday or Tuesday. I'm nervous!

@jennytmuw- I hear you! I am definitely over-analyzing my interview right now. I'm thinking of things I said and things I wish I said.. Oh, the torture. I had trouble addressing all of the interviewers at the same time too, so I would make eye contac...

Hi ladies and gents! I just had my interview and I thought it went really well. It was FAR less scary than I imagined! All of my interviewers were incredibly nice and the atmosphere was fairly relaxed. You can expect questions like: Why nursing? Why ...

My interview is tomorrow- I'm nervous! Somebody tell me a joke.