V_for_Vixen

Hello everyone! I am new to allnurses, but have read several threads over the last few months. I have gotten accepted into three accelerated BSN programs (I already have a B.A.) that all sound great, which is the reason why I'm having so much trouble deciding. I have gotten into: George Mason University Marymount University George Washington University Basically, I just wanted some opinions or prior experiences from past students. I want to go to a great school with a program that has caring staff. I don't want to be another number. I know this coming year is going to be hard, but I really don't want to go to a "pressure-cooker" school that's just waiting to cut my line or a program that's so crazy stressful that I won't be able to focus because of the thousands of tests I need to study for and things I need to do. I'm so worried! Here's my list, please let me know what you think. Also, I am including things I've heard, not my personal opinion. George Mason University Better commute--I live in Falls Church Wayyyyyyyy cheaper--20,000 Shorter--12 months vs GWU's and MU's 16 months Crazy intensive since it's only 3 semesters Not ranked as high as GWU 77% NCLEX passing rate for 2013 Heard it's disorganized and there's a definite lack of communication between faculty and students Uncaring staff Just another number George Washington University Possible (but unlikely) entry to their W2 program--50% tuition paid and job after graduation 12 credits are transferable to their masters program Well-known and respected school Organized Caring staff 50,000 LONG commute 88% NCLEX passing rate for 2013 Very easy to get dropped from the program Pressure-cooker--know a girl who had a 4.0 and went to GW's accelerated program and is now getting B's and C's. Marymount University Close to home Responsive staff Organized Great clinical sites Less pressure Higher NCLEX rates than both other schools Not as recognized as GMU and GWU Same price as GWU I look forward to reading some great advise/opinions and about your experiences during these programs!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!