I know this is an old string - but I just heard about this college. Do you know if it's still a good online alternative to classroom programs? I'm in CA, but I'd gladly travel for
I haven't taken the nursing tests yet. However, I took a bunch of psych and sociology Uexcels for my BS at Excelsior. I usually tested when I hit 65 and I got As and Bs. When I took College...
I'm taking micro and A&P tests in the next few months - then will apply at Excelsior for their ASN program. I did my BS in Liberal Arts through them and really enjoyed the process. I'm in CA and...
Denise Bee replied to KickRox's topic in LPN to RN
Two of the community colleges do - I think it's American River and Sac City. In addition there is a program at Cambridge down on Folsom near Watt. Then there is Pacific Union College in Angwin...
There are government grants for nursing students - you have to agree to work in an underserved area when you graduate for x amount of time. Your state nursing board website may have that info. If...
The cost of living is very high here. Yes, the pay is exceptional for RNs, especially if you specialize. You should look at crime-rates and location of homes through Zillow before you make the move....
I think the price is about the same as other for-profit programs. They thrive because the community colleges are almost impossible to get into. However, the private and for-profit colleges have...
Denise Bee replied to KickRox's topic in LPN to RN
Yes, I'm looking at Excelsior for that reason. I know I can't get a CA license, but I can get another license and work in the VA or Federal Prisons in CA until I can permanently relocate in 5-10...