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Yes, let's start a group! Great idea! I'll be in the FNP program and look forward to meeting everyone. Congratulations!

Thanks for making that call. As I was told during the info session, there are no interviews for UCLA's MSN programs.

Hello, and congrats on your decision to pursue nursing! I live in California, so here are my two cents :) I think some of the pros of getting an associate's first include 1) more clinical time- we get a 120 hour one-on-one preceptorship during the last semester, which is something local BSN programs do not always have. This is school-specific though, so I would look into it a bit more. My knowledge is only anecdotal. 2) You get to test the waters first. It's a lot less expensive than a BSN. You can always work as a nurse while you get your BSN. Like you, I had a B.A. in another field. I am now nearly done with my BSN, just two years later. I got hired into an obstetrics unit with just my associate's in nursing. It really depends on the hospital. It CAN be done. Pros of an accelerated BSN program: well, you'll be done a lot faster, if that's your style. It's definitely a big pro. I like taking learning a bit slower., however. I would say the MSN would be a good choice too. Times are changing fast, and reaching for higher education is never going to hurt. The beauty of nursing is there are so many paths. I'd say apply to as many schools as feasible regardless of the educational level, and go from there. Best of luck!

In L&D scrub techs are sometimes utilized in the OR, and in Postpartum there are lactation counselors. These are the only non-RN roles that come to mind. Most lactation counselors that I have met have worked as RNs first, however. You'll need to go back to school for these roles, in any case. If nursing is your passion, don't let fear stop you. Perhaps try taking one prerequisite at a time, and see how it goes. You may be pleasantly surprised at how well you do!

You don't have to take physical assessment before you apply. Once accepted, you will take it over the summer before you start (only if you actually need the class). Yes, if your physio class is older than 5 years, you need to re-take it. You can take physiology anywhere, as long as it is an approved, equivalent course.

What is the format for the Duke's online program? Is it synchronous through a live online class room or asynchronous? Do they find clinical placements for you? Thank you.

It turns out I was accepted to Moorpark after all. My address was incorrect, so the letter got returned to them. I'm very happy, but at the same time I found out I got into Glendale's evening/weekend program. Which school is better? I live in between both colleges. I will not have to work full-time so Glendale's schedule is not necessarily a plus for me. I just don't know which to choose, but I am leaning more towards Moorpark. I have no facts in terms of teachers, program, finding a job after school, etc. I do plan to continue on to the BSN. Any advice, thoughts, suggestions?

I'm afraid so .

I called Moorpark today and found out about a couple of things. First of all, all letters were sent on Monday. There will be no more letters sent at this point. Also, they do not send out rejection letters.

Nice going, jdc! Can I ask how many points you have? I also did not receive a letter today, so I don't think it's looking too good for me.

Thank you!

I've also applied for Spring 2014. Does anyone know when we should be hearing back from them? It seems that the orientation is set for November 4 (according to the website), which means that we might hear from them before October is over. I am trying to understand how many points are needed to be considered a "top ranking" applicant. Any clues?