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So I've been torn between going the NP route vs the PA route for some time. Both are appealing to me in some regards, but right now, I'm just focusing on the intensity of schooling. If both professions are mid-level providers, how come PA school is s...

Thank you so much. I have a lot more research to do that I wish I'd done far earlier. It's just that recently I started to feel like I was "settling" for the job of an ER nurse, because it only requires a BSN, and understandably doesn't pay as much. ...

I will be starting college as a pre-nursing student in one month. My goal is to work in the ER, and I also want to become either an NP or PA for several reasons. However, at this point, I'm not entirely sure which is the best course for me. I'd like ...

I'm planning on living either in California (where I live now and where I will be going to college), Oregon, or Washington. I realize I should have had this change of plans before I've already had my schedule (of pre-nursing classes) for a whole mon...

Would you recommend working as an RN first and going back to PA school, then? Or is that not an efficient plan of action? And if I were to try to become a PA from the start, would I have to switch majors to bio-chem? Also, yes, I have zero experienc...

Hi all, I'm a high school senior, and I'm planning to get a BSN at a four-year, private college. I feel this is the best way for me to go, but I was wondering what colleges best prepare their students for the NCLEX and their careers? I'm mostly looki...

Hi, sorry I just saw this. I'm in the middle of the college app process right now, actually. I'm applying early action for George Fox, Concordia (Portland), Linfield, Azusa Pacific, and Point Loma, and regular decision for Northeastern, Seattle Pacif...

Bakersfield isn't exactly in my top 10 dream destinations, so I don't think I will apply to school there. Can you tell me more about the TEAS V? How exactly does that work? And are all CSUs 1+3?

No, thank you so much. This is actually really helpful. In case I change my mind or realize that the money situation isn't going to work out or something, these are the schools I'm definitely considering (more csulb than the others now). The UCs have...

I have actually, but I thought they didn't have an undergrad BSN program, only accelerated and RN-BSN.

Awesome! I have a more specific question regarding George Fox. Did your friends apply as freshmen or did they do any prereqs at a CC? Is it easy to transfer in (and still receive financial aid) as a transfer student? Which would you recommend?

Good for you! I've heard good things about Regis and I hope you do well there. I've visited PLNU and stayed in dorms for a church thing over Memorial weekend... for three years in a row. I absolutely love it, from what I've experienced first-hand. I'...

Thanks for your input (again! I remember you helped with another question of mine). How important is it to graduate near where you want to live? Would it be reasonable to go to a CSU then move to another state? Can I do prereqs at a CC here and then...

Okay, thanks for clearing that up. I think I'll put off worrying about this until I actually get accepted. Right now, I need to focus on the app essays and scholarships.

Thanks for the advice! I hadn't considered doing that, since I'm only a high school senior and I don't even know what college I'm going to yet. But it makes sense to start early, especially with the current outlook for new grads. Hahaha I'm not even ...

I would really love to live in the Pacific Northwest (specifically, Portland), and private schools have the same tuition for out of state students, so it would make sense if I go out of state. Location is one of the deciding factors for me, and while...

Okay, thank you. All NCLEX pass rates are relatively high as that was one of my factors in choosing them. I haven't done much research as far as clinicals/ clinical sites. A related question I would then ask is, how much clinical experience is recom...

Hi! Thanks for your response! Yes, I am Christian, so going to chapel at APU shouldn't be that difficult for me. However, I do want to move to the Pacific Northwest as soon as I can. I have family in Olympia and Longview, and I would love to live in ...

I think I'm in the right topic, but if I'm not, please redirect me. I'm a high school junior in California who is interesting in becoming an ER nurse (eventually). I'm planning on getting a BSN at a four-year unless someone convinces me that there is...

*My previous reply was directed at RunBabyRun @efda2rn thanks! but I'm still worried about not being able to transfer to a four-year, which will put me behind my peers who will have gone straight to a four-year. And just to clarify, I would get my AS...

Thanks for the prompt reply! My fear is that I will be stuck at a community college because for whatever reason I won't be able to transfer to a BSN program, thus losing valuable work experience. There's not much you can do with just an associates' a...

I'm going to try to bring this back; i just took the sat (and received a 2150) and did some more research. However, I still have questions. One, actually. Is there a feed or topic specifically for high school students on this site because I can't fin...

Hi, I'm a junior in high school with a 3.7 non-weighted GPA, and I'm very interested in becoming an ER nurse (or emergency nurse), and I'm beginning my research now. I was wondering what the best colleges to pursue this specialty are? I live in Calif...

Thank you! My school does have an agreement with Pasadena city college, I believe, so I will definitely do some more research about it

I'm planning on getting a BSN. Can I start at a community college and transfer to a four year to get the bachelors? Also, are statistics, physics, and calculus necessary to get into the community college or could I take those classes there? This year...