RN-MSN program at Aspen University

curvaceouslychic · Jan 5, 2014

Hello! I completed Aspen's MSN-Edu. last year. I loved the program and the professors. Everyone was so helpful and interested in student success. I now work full time as faculty for another university, because of my degree from Aspen. The CCNE is just as good as RA, especially for nursing.

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SMB335 · Jan 19, 2014

I am looking into Aspen for the ADN RN to MSN program. I see that you were speaking well of the school back in April 2011, at that time you were on your third course in the BSN program. After finishing the program, what did you think about it. Do you still feel it was worth the value. Alot of these schools have hidden fees. Did you experience that with Aspen. Has the prices increased ALOT since you went, or has there been more fees that you have noticed? Thank you for your input.

SMB335 · Jan 19, 2014

If you wanted to be a Nurse Practitioner, does any of Aspen's MSU programs prepare you for that? Thank you for your input.

SMB335 · Jan 19, 2014

Any further info about the clinicals? Ty

DDRN4me · Jan 30, 2014

I am considering Aspen, as well as Regis and a brick and mortar. I currently teach in an LPN program, and love it! I would love to hear feedback from aspen graduates, both pro & con. Thanks!!!

bquiday74 · Jul 19, 2014

hi mkdwhnbc,

How is it going with ur msn with aspen? i will start my msn in education this august..and i am a little scared. i am not used to this type of education ( writing a paper). Is there anything that I should be preparing now for my msn. Any input will help. Thank you.

bquiday74 · Jul 19, 2014

hi nurseFL305,

Congratulations! I will start my MSN in August and I am a little scared about it. Any help or any inputs to help me. Thank you.

bquiday74 · Jul 19, 2014

Hello! I completed Aspen's MSN-Edu. last year. I loved the program and the professors. Everyone was so helpful and interested in student success. I now work full time as faculty for another university, because of my degree from Aspen. The CCNE is just as good as RA, especially for nursing.

Will it be okay to ask you questions from time to time. I will start my MSN in August.

jmuhammad10 · Jul 20, 2014

Greetings all,

It's been a little over a year since I last posted on this thread. I finished in October 2013. Since then, there have been some truly positive changes at Aspen that should help students remain focused and progress through the program successfully - as I stay in touch with the program as a resource to new students.

Someone inquired about the 3 Ps - adv pharm, physical health, and pathophys - as a part of Aspen's program - currently adv pathophys is a part of the program with the other two expected to roll out over the next 3 months or so. Thus, those of you looking to go into Post master NP programs will have the pre-req courses you need - and the courses are readily transferable.

I am currently working in a ground ADN program and a RN-BSN-MSN online program as a Nurse Educator and Clinical Instructor while pursuing my FNP. I mentioned previously, the degree of preparedness you will walk away with from Aspen is solely dependent on your focus, dedication, and commitment to mastering the content presented. It is like any school, the instructors are there to facilitate a pathway for you, it's up to you to take advantage of the knowledge, wisdom, and skills that they lay out for you.

Costs? Like most places, has seen some increase; however, I did not use financial aide. Every class had to be paid for in advance. However, they do accept monthly payment plans now.

As far as taking multiply classes at a time - again , I would assess truly the availability to commit 20-40 hours per week into multiple classes - also, is the goal to just finish? Or is the goal to be truly prepared for the marketplace? That's a personal choice. I would try one class at a time; see how it impacts your life first before tackling two or more classes simultaneously. However, what I did do was start a new class when I was at least 40-60% finished with the first class. So sometimes, I had two or three or four classes active at one time - I DO NOT RECOMMEND ANYONE TO DO THIS CONSISTENTLY IF YOU DESIRE TO REMAIN SANE!!! You have been forewarned ?.

I hope this is helpful. Please feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] if I can be of help. Peace always.

nbamus · Oct 29, 2014

Hi everyone,

how are your rn-msn program going? I will be starting in december. However, I will be using financial aid. Did any of you use financial aid? I heard they still bill you couple thousand dollars when you use financial aid or stop you after taking couple classes and ask to pay if you want to continue with your classes. Is it true?

BetterMeRN · Jan 18, 2015

Would love some feedback on this program. I currently have a BSN, I started a MSN program but the cost of the program is the issue. How much would going from BSN-MSN cost? How long is the program???

jmuhammad10 · Jan 18, 2015

Congrats on thinking about elevating yourself to the next level.

I believe Aspen has s great program!! The instructors offer a realistic and useable curriculum with challenging assignments that help students to master the content.

The cost now, I'm not sure - probably $11k to $13k. There is a monthly payment plan and classes start monthly. I believe there are only 12 or 13 courses. It should take most committed students about 1-1/2 to 2 years to complete. I would not recommend taking 2 classes at a time - especially if you want to master the content in preparation for career advancement and if you have been away from school for a while.

The courses are all ten weeks except the capstone project. The courses are no longer self paced. However, the courses are designed to ensure students progress at an even and comprehensive pace.

I would contact an advisor to see what classes can be transferred.

I hope this helps.

Aspen U is a great choice, in my opinion.

Peace always,

Prof. Jennifer Muhammad, MSN, FNP(s), RN