Rn-bsn Online?????????????

RN4NICU, LPN, LVN · Apr 18, 2005

Hello everyone. I'm a RN with my ADN, and I have decided to go back for my RN-BSN in August. My initial plans were for me to go back in August 2004 after I graduated in May 2004, but unfortunately I didn't pass the NCLEX on the first try. I was devastated because I was already enrolled in the BSN program, and my classes were already set up. I ended up moving to another state in Jan. of this year, and took my boards there (I passed!). I'm now settled and think that it will be a great time to go back for my BSN, because I don't want to wait any longer!!!! The only thing is that I'm planning on getting my BSN from online. Does anyone think this will be a great path to take considering I will be working full time 12 hour shifts? We work 3 days a week so I will have 4 days to do any school work that I need to do. I've considered this path because I think it would be great since I'm working full-time. What do you all think???

Many of us here on the forum have completed (or are completing) BSNs via the online format. It is a great alternative for those working full-time, particularly for the night shifters, as coursework can be done any time without having to worry about staying up all day to go to a traditional class after having worked all night. If that is what you want to do, I think you should go for it!! :)

Tweety, BSN, RN · Apr 18, 2005

I'm doing my RN to BSN online and love it. It fits in perfectly with me and my lifestyle. I was working night shift when I started, so online classes seriously help as they are always open. It's NLN approved, and I'm learning so much and don't feel slighted in the least.

Good luck!

http://www.onlinenursing.fhchs.edu/

menetopali · Apr 18, 2005

i'm almost finished with Jacksonville University's program. its good, but you have to be a self-starter or you'll never finish the classes. it also requires alot of reading and independent study. you may want to find a partner to help both of you grasp the concepts or a mentor to help explain things as you can't ask questions in real time about things that you're having trouble with. JMHO

leslie :-D · Apr 18, 2005

i too eventually plan to do the rn-bsn online route.

i'm just looking for the best tuition rates and wish they had a tool that compares university tuition rates, and of course, needs to be recognized by the nln.

does anyone know of such a site/tool?

leslie

nivek21 · Apr 18, 2005

i'm almost finished with Jacksonville University's program. its good, but you have to be a self-starter or you'll never finish the classes. it also requires alot of reading and independent study. you may want to find a partner to help both of you grasp the concepts or a mentor to help explain things as you can't ask questions in real time about things that you're having trouble with. JMHO

Menetopali, I was thinking about taking Jacksonville's on-line program. So how do you like it? I figured with any on-line course it will require a lot motivation and dedication. Do you have anymore views on Jacksonville's on-line program?

nivek21 · Apr 18, 2005

i too eventually plan to do the rn-bsn online route.
i'm just looking for the best tuition rates and wish they had a tool that compares university tuition rates, and of course, needs to be recognized by the nln.
does anyone know of such a site/tool?
leslie

I'm looking for the same thing, because it seems that on-line courses are more expensive than your traditional classroom. I wonder with us being nurses if that would effect us a lot with getting financial aid.

BadBird, BSN, RN · Apr 18, 2005

I am not computer savy enough to do a online program. Funny thing is I just mailed my application today for a accelerated RN to BSN program. If I am accepted I will be going 1 day a week from 6p-9p, the program is 18 months. There are a lot of different programs out there and only you know if they will fit into your schedule.

Tweety, BSN, RN · Apr 18, 2005

I'm looking for the same thing, because it seems that on-line courses are more expensive than your traditional classroom. I wonder with us being nurses if that would effect us a lot with getting financial aid.

I had no trouble getting loans. But don't qualify for grants or assistance. I'm sure there are scholarships, etc. out there if I would look for them. Good luck.

menetopali · Apr 18, 2005

Menetopali, I was thinking about taking Jacksonville's on-line program. So how do you like it? I figured with any on-line course it will require a lot motivation and dedication. Do you have anymore views on Jacksonville's on-line program?

i find it really interesting and fun. the instructors generally work well with their students on scheduling problems and assignment problems. for example, as a college health nurse i can't 'write a case study on a patient with labs, orders, interventions, and outcomes that illustrate an acute pathological process' as if the patient is that sick, i ship them to the ED and may or may not hear from them again. i let my instructor know about the problem and we worked out a slight modification to the assignment. on a couple of things i had to ask people locally about things i had trouble 'getting' after reading it, but other than that i've found it worth while.

as for cost concerns, i was surprised that Jacksonville University cost less than the University of Maryland in-state rates (i used to live in maryland) once you add the fees, books, and tuition together. there is a wide range of costs for these programs. i think the least expensive i found was florida hospital college's program and the most expensive was either Drexel or university of phoenix. other things to consider are how many non-nursing courses you need for each program and where you can get them (do you have to take them through the rn-2-bsn program or can you take them locally). some larger state schools have online programs for state residents like arizona, alabama, and maryland so check those too.

meownsmile, BSN, RN · Apr 18, 2005

I really would love to finish my BSN,, but the thought of more classes at this point just doesnt appeal to me at ALL. I have about 3 pre-reqs to get into the online program i want and i just dont have the gumption. Wish i did,, maybe it will come back soon.

leslie :-D · Apr 19, 2005

i find it really interesting and fun. the instructors generally work well with their students on scheduling problems and assignment problems. for example, as a college health nurse i can't 'write a case study on a patient with labs, orders, interventions, and outcomes that illustrate an acute pathological process' as if the patient is that sick, i ship them to the ED and may or may not hear from them again. i let my instructor know about the problem and we worked out a slight modification to the assignment. on a couple of things i had to ask people locally about things i had trouble 'getting' after reading it, but other than that i've found it worth while.
as for cost concerns, i was surprised that Jacksonville University cost less than the University of Maryland in-state rates (i used to live in maryland) once you add the fees, books, and tuition together. there is a wide range of costs for these programs. i think the least expensive i found was florida hospital college's program and the most expensive was either drexel or university of phoenix. other things to consider are how many non-nursing courses you need for each program and where you can get them (do you have to take them through the rn-2-bsn program or can you take them locally). some larger state schools have online programs for state residents like arizona, alabama, and maryland so check those too.

jackson u. is still more expensive than the school tweety's going to in fla....follow his link.

leslie