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  1. Micro online what was I thinking?

    kwilson251 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Geez o petes this class is hard, but to do it online without lecture? What was I thinking? Actually, I didn't understand fully what a hybrid class was for Microbiology when signing up for this...

  2. Student wants to know what stethoscope is best

    kwilson251 posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Hello all, recently I was admitted into nursing school to get my BSN. I start in fall 2015. I have yet to purchase a stethoscope for class. I have heard mixed reviews on stethoscopes and was hoping to...

  3. Student wants to know what stethoscope is best

    kwilson251 replied to kwilson251's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thank you all for the great advice, I really appreciate all your

  4. Micro online what was I thinking?

    kwilson251 replied to kwilson251's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have been making the note cards as well. So much so that I forget about you tube! I have tried Kahn academy but it isnt the same info my instructor is asking for. Thank you for the reminder of you...

  5. Who's taking summer courses?

    kwilson251 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To make sure I got the professor I wanted I decided to take Chemistry over the summer. Accelerated... I know, crazy! So far listening to upper classmate's advice about instructors hasn't failed me yet...

  6. 4.0 is the golden ticket!

    kwilson251 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Competition is tough in the Chicagoland area to gain access into many of the nursing programs. After speaking with my top 3 choices of Universities it has become clear that a 4.0 is your way in. I am...

  7. Not happy with grade.

    kwilson251 replied to rdesanta's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A&P is so difficult. My professor is known for being very detailed and tough on grading. I just finished 102 and am waiting on my grade. So I feel your pain! I think it just depends on where you...

  8. All of the classes I need are full!!

    kwilson251 replied to specialcrayon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, does your college offer a standby list for classes? Usually there are 2 or 3 students who drop the class before ever taking it and then the standby list is contacted. Even when the course starts...

  9. Community vs Private school

    kwilson251 replied to azngirllh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, it sounds like you have a lot of questions unanswered. Some advice... do your homework and call some private nursing schools and gain some info on transfer credits, cost of tuition, scholarship...

  10. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    kwilson251 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It sounds like you are well prepared and have planned well. The only thing I can offer is I studied while listening to classical music. It's supposed to help you retain info and calm you. Worked for...

  11. Let's hear from the over 40 students

    kwilson251 replied to 47yomalestudent's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi! I'm 44 and just finished my 2nd year of prereqs. I have been able to go to class on Saturday mornings, some evenings, whatever works to get the classes I want. So far I have been able to be home...

  12. Finals week

    kwilson251 replied to NurseGirl525's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats on all the great grades!! I take my Algebra final today and I then am done as well! No final grades in for me yet. The waiting for my grades is so

  13. In my late 40's, is it worth it to go back to school to become an RN?

    kwilson251 replied to 4everpeace's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am 44 soon to be 45 and will be applying to a program this fall. I have been working on all of my prereqs at a community college which is the right speed for me. Smaller class sizes, closer commute,...

  14. Finals week

    kwilson251 replied to NurseGirl525's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My finals are this week. I have done nothing to relax and maybe I should. It's just been study, study, study, and only study. My house is a wreck, I feel I haven't had a real one on one with my kid...

  15. Pre reqs at community college v/s university

    kwilson251 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have been taking my pre reqs at a community college and I got to thinking... would it give me a better chance of getting into a program if I do my pre reqs at the actual university with the nursing...

  16. Pre reqs at community college v/s university

    kwilson251 replied to kwilson251's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The cost difference is roughly 200.00 more a credit hour at the university. So I agree ... much cheaper to go the community college route. But with that said I still want to check and see if there is...

  17. Pre reqs at community college v/s university

    kwilson251 replied to kwilson251's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you for the great advice! There are so many options to think about. I wasn't considering the degree at the community college then transfer. It is now another option for me to look at.

  18. Pre reqs at community college v/s university

    kwilson251 replied to kwilson251's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you! I have an appointment with them next Friday