Raleigh vs MUSC CRNA Program

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Hi all I need some advice,

I have been accepted to both the Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia program and MUSC's AFN program. I cannot decided which one to go to.

I have already paid the $2000 matriculation fee to Raleigh since I had not heard from MUSC. Pro's/Con's of attending

Raleigh:

1. In-state tuition (but I've lived in the area for almost 8yrs now and am ready for a change)

2. 3-yr DNP program (good and bad, I would be totally fine if it was still a masters program)

3. Clinical experiences: will have to travel, but students and faculty have stated their students get more than even the recommended amount of clinical experiences (ie. Regional anesthesia; PEDS cases, hearts etc)

4. Good comoradity between classmates; seniors seem really supportive of new students

5. CRNA I shadowed was a graduate of their program and an AMAZING CRNA

6. I know more about the program because I'm in the area

MUSC:

1. Location = Charleston (would LOVE to live there

2. MSN program (only two years of school before I start practice, I really have no interest in a DNP)

3. Con = Out-of-state tuition

4. Pro = 50 yr old program, high ranking

5. Clinical=will travel all over SC, but again faculty states I will meet recommended amount of clinical experiences.

6. Smaller class size, newer facilities

7. I know less about their program because I'm not in the area

So any input would be great about where to go; especially from grads or students of both programs in regards to the clinical experiences and finding a job after. Essentially, if they felt prepared enough to function independently and how many CVL's, peripheral nerve blocks, spinals/epidurals, etc. that they got to do because I know this is a big factor in finding a job after and I would like to relocate to NYC after school.

Losing sleep because I can't decide, torn between the two ! Thank you for your advice.

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Hi julesverne! What program did you end up choosing??

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