Queens Accelerated BSN Students

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Any students in the Accelerated BSN at Queens want to share their experiences thus far? I know this is the first semester they've offered the accelerated program. I'm probably going to apply to that program next year so any feedback is greatly appreciated.

From what I read on their website the other night they are still accepting applications for this year's class. I think up until the 12th so when exactly does the program start?

Hey MotivatedOne,

Queens extended the deadline for applications in order to have more students in the program. Classes start May 18th!

Kemeshia

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Hey MotivatedOne,

Queens extended the deadline for applications in order to have more students in the program. Classes start May 18th!

Kemeshia

Well that's cutting it a bit close. Especially considering it doesn't really give people much time to come up with the money to pay the tuition.

Anyway, congrats on your acceptance and I wish you the best of luck in the program!

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Hi KM,

I am a candidate for the Harris Nursing Scholarship and I have my interview and essay on Friday. I was just wondering if you have any helpful hints or tips from your interview last year. Any advice is GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks,

AW

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AW

The interview was pretty laid back to me. I'm in the military, so a lot of the questions were geared towards my military experience and other background. They also ask basic interview questions:

How you you/coworkers/managers/friends describe you? I clearly remember being asked all those questions.

Also about work experience...how to handle a difficult situation?

Not sure if this is still required, but I had to type an essay in I believe 30 mins. I was surprised that I was able to finish it so quickly. The interview wasn't hard a all. Of course I was a bit nervous when I got there, but I got over it!

I wish you the best of luck with the scholarship and the program. There will be a lot of frustrating moments (especially during the first semester), but in the end, its worth it! Graduation is in one week, and I'm still surprised that a year went by so fast!

Good luck again and if you have any additional questions, just let me know!

KM

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KM,

Thanks for your reply! I'm glad to hear that the interview wasn't all that bad. I just hope that I can relax and be myself. I do have to do the essay portion right after the interview, so I'm hoping I don't draw a blank. I'm usually pretty quick on my feet, but there's a lot of money riding on this.

I'm so happy to hear that you survived the program. I have a friend in it right now, and I know she's so excited that you guys are graduating next week! I have heard that the first semester was the hardest because it's such an adjustment. Didn't your class lose something like 6 people? I bet the fast pace helps the time fly by. When do you plan to test for your license? Do you feel ready? Congratulations on making it through!

Thanks again for the information,

AW

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I love the idea of the ABSN program because I am a quick learner and love that it is fast paced and challenging, but it is really expensive. Tuition alone is about $38,000. I was wondering if student loans are my only option. Has anyone had any luck with scholarships? How are job prospects after graduation? I would rather hear from actual nursing students than faculty or advisers because they seem to sugar coat information to make their programs more appealing. I want to become a nurse but I have heard from many nursing students that new grads are having a terrible time finding jobs in Charlotte. I do not want to come out with about $40,000+ in loan debt with no job because I have a family to take care of.

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