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Hello, I was recently accepted to 2 ABSN programs in Southern California but live in the Bay Area. I am waiting to hear back from SMU but want to know ahead of time how to pick a program. I know you're not supposed to pick on money alone, but everyth...

Hi Snoopy4! You're in a tough spot, and I feel for you. I decided to go to SMU because it made sense for me at the time. However I've heard good things about both of the other programs I was accepted to (Concordia and CSUN). I think it depends most ...

Hey small-ring - I named it Fall 2014 for our start date. Searching "Samuel Merritt Fall 2014 ABSN" on Facebook should lead you to it. :) Hope this helps!

small-ring Just search for "Samuel Merritt Fall 2014 ABSN" and request to be added to the group!

@jh3697 You have to make 15 posts before you can send a PM.

I was able to add someone so created the group. It's under "Samuel Merritt Fall 2014 ABSN" on Facebook. Congrats to everyone who was accepted! And those who are waiting don't lose hope!

Hey guys I'm going to start a Facebook Group for Fall 2014 ABSN students. Can someone PM me their email or name so I can friend you on Facebook? You need two people to start a group.

I got my acceptance call this afternoon! Congrats to everyone who has gotten in! And to those who haven't heard, there is still hope!

I believe I also read that people who were wait-listed for one cohort and didn't get in had gotten accepted for the following cohort. Not sure how often that happens but there is always a chance!

I know of someone who was #19 and got in. Not sure how many above her got in but I do think you'll move up quickly!

Yes thank you Movingwolf! Haven't heard anything either. Hopefully soon!

Haha - thank you for the fair warning that you might try to dissuade to open up a spot. I agree that looking at NCLEX scores may not be the fairest way to evaluate a school - I didn't consider a difference between RN-BSN and ABSN programs. Thanks for...

Thank you so much zzbxdo! It's helpful to hear insight from people with real world nursing experience - especially those in the Bay Area.

My advice is to buy the Study Manual and 2 practice test bundle from the API website directly. I think it is around $100 but it is the best value. This was the most relevant study material because the two practice tests were very similar to the test ...

Also, for me A&P1 was mostly memorization which is easier for me. A&P2 was more complicated so it required more study time.

I would take Micro with A&P 1. I did it that way after having not been in school for 5 years and did really well. It's a good kick in the pants but just study a lot, talk to your professors, and stay on track and you will be fine!

Thanks zzbxdo. I live in NorCal now and am planning on returning. What do you mean by the bulk of new grad programs being in SoCal? Are there a lot more opportunities for new grads down south? This is all very helpful. Thank you!

LM NY - I just listened to their webinar and they said they didn't get past 1st tier last year because so many qualified people apply.

Hi RunBabyRun, thanks for the info. I didn't see any accelerated programs at CSUs in the Bay Area and wanted to do a quicker program so I only applied to ABSN programs.

I also noticed SMU's NCLEX pass rates were kind of low at 85% while the other schools I've gotten into have 94% and 97%. Does anyone know how indicative this is of program quality?

Can any of your vouch for the quality of the SMU ABSN? I have heard both good and bad things about their program which makes me nervous considering the high cost. I was accepted into schools down south that are much cheaper but with the drawback of n...

Hi Shelby, Thanks for the insight! Do you know anyone who has gone to Samuel Merritt's program and not had a good experience?

For clarity - SMU here means Samuel Merritt University's ABSN program in San Mateo.