RN to BSN- Fort Hays, University Of Alabama, or WGU?

[FlipfloppinRN, BSN, RN]

I was originally enrolled in the RN to BSN program at Walden where I have taken 4 nursing courses. I have 34 credit hours (6 courses) left to take. I took a leave of absence a year ago for medical and personal reasons. I recently inquired about restarting the program and noticed that they have increased their tuition rates. I wasn't all that happy with their program and since tuition is so high I started looking at other institutions. My employer offers tuition reimbursement and now the yearly maximum will be reached in 1-1 1/2 semesters at Walden because of their tuition rate. So I need to find a program that costs much less.

I have looked at the University of Alabama, Fort Hays State University, Southeast Missouri State University, TTUHSC, West Texas A&M, University of Texas at Arlington, and WGU just to name a few. I have narrowed my choices down to 3 colleges.

Anyone have any experience with University of Alabama's RN to BSN program? Alabama seems to have a good program and I would only need to take 1 prerequisite course compared to 2-4 at the other institutions listed. The cost will be about $8700 total.

Anyone attend Fort Hays State University? Their program looks good as well and the tuition is only $207/credit.

I have read quite a bit on here about WGU and have spoken with their Enrollment Adviser. There were several comments on the boards regarding others feeling like their mentor was holding back on opening courses and causing them to not be able to complete the program at a fast pace like they wanted. I would appreciate feedback from current students at WGU.

Anyone attend either of these 3 colleges? I would like to hear about your experience with them.

Thanks a bunch!

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[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

I completed WGU's online RN-to-BSN program. It took me 34 credits, 10 months, and $5,800 in tuition and fees to earn the degree. The program is asynchronous with no discussion post requirements or hard due dates.