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You are so welcome scross0613...we gotta stick together! I'm just glad that you found out like I did too late that the books are cheaper on Amazon. I agree that you need to get new books so you will have the codes. In later semesters, there might be classes where you don't need the codes, but I'm sure you will learn that as you go along. I'm just so excited for all of you, and I hope I get to see y'all grow in your nursing student careers. :)

I wonder if you can go to the secretary for the book info. I say this, because this is where I went to get this info from my school and I was able to get the list. I do have some friends in nursing school at Calhoun, so I can also ask them. I'll let y'all know what I find out.

Just some advice...I would try to get the book list and see if you can get your books cheaper on Amazon. You can also join Calhoun's previous nursing facebook pages and see if anyone wants to sell their books. I would make sure that they are the correct editions/titles/authors for your semester though.

I'm in nursing school. I put in for Calhoun and UAH, but ultimately chose UAH. I want all to know that it is definitely stressful, but you have to keep things in perspective. You have to remember why you want this, to not give up, and that each day that you get through is one day closer to graduating. You can do it! I am apt to think that after you complete the first semester you are rather conditioned somewhat to the stress; not to say that you won't still be stressed in other semesters. The one thing that I can tell all of you is try to be as organized as you can, take good notes, and form study groups comprised of reliable people. You are going to need each other to make it through. Good luck and hold your head up high...YOU'RE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL!

lpalmeida, I felt the same way about my child who was only 8 months when I started school. I had some prereqs already completed from years before. I actually started out at my local CC (with the majority of classes online). When the time came, I decided to apply to both the ADN program (@ local CC) and the BSN program (@ the local University). I have to admit that despite the fact that I had wonderful teachers at my community college, I had a strong desire to get into the BSN program. I ended up being accepted to BOTH programs :), ultimately choosing the BSN program, which I start Spring 2014. I really believe that you will know what to do when the time comes, and only you know what will work best in your particular situation. I wish you the very best in all of your pursuits...I hope my story has helped you with your decision. :)

I mean great point Kissesnhugs. And CONGRATULATIONS jchrisperdue!!!

Good question Kissesnhugs!

Congratulations!

Cyndle, I am so happy for you and everyone else who made it in!!!! Hold your head up high...you're going to nursing school!! Kissesnhugs, thanks for the heads up! :)

I got an acceptance letter also from Calhoun's ADN program!!! It actually came in a letter and was two pages. The Fall start people at Calhoun received an acceptance packet (I have friends that started Calhoun nursing school in Fall), so maybe they are changing this aspect of the process.

I also love the positive encouraging words CarefulCare. I agree with your logic in taking notes and using color to bring attention to certain things. I would add to go over what you are studying and come back again later to go over it again. This indeed works, I know, because this is what I did, and I was just accepted to a very competitive BSN program :). You have to be serious and you have to want it and you have to stay focused and never let anyone else's attitude corrupt your own positivity. Remind yourself that you can do this; even perhaps looking into the mirror to say this. Let it become a part of who you are. You can do it!

jchrisperdue, I am excited for you, too! It sounds like you have been working hard. I agree with you and I think that you can be rest assured that you will get into the program; however, I don't blame you one bit for being nervous. Let me tell you, seeing that packet is such wonderful feeling!! You will know exactly what I mean very soon. **21 days 'til, as kissesnhugs puts it, "mailbox madness"!!!**

jrl905, I still think you got in, too. Be mindful that we have to turn in our responses by the 18th. Please let us know what happens. I'm on the edge of my seat!

jporterlpn, No, I do not know anyone who has gone through the online LPN to RN mobility program. I'm sure like you said, it's an excellent program. Again, please let us know what happens. Future nursing applicants might see this, and perhaps your experience will help them through the process. Good luck jporterlpn!

jporterlpn, I am not positive about the six weeks, but it seems to be that way for all nursing programs around here. I would call Calhoun, however, to get a definitive answer. There are plenty of people there willing to help you get an answer to your question(s). Good luck and let us know what happens!