Carrington College, Sacramento - LVN to RN 2019

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Hello. I am in the process of applying to Carrington's LVN to RN advanced placement program. It's been a long process of getting my prereqs and GE's together, but I'm hoping I get accepted to the next class (August) ! Are there any current students or graduates from the lvn to RN program who can give me tips on how to ensure I get accepted?

I would also like to know if-- in the first month of the program, is it just once or twice a week for class and then gradually M-F? I'm trying to figure out scheduling for my job.

On 9/16/2019 at 4:47 AM, Bobalife said:

Hello! Does carrington accept unitek prerequisites?

@Bobalife This is for Sacramento Campus. Yes. I took my prereqs at Unitek and had to take other classes like psych lifespan and development since Unitek didn’t offer it at the time I took my prereqs with them. If for some reason Teri is your enrollment rep, kindly request for another. Also, keep in mind Carrington accepts students based on high GPA. If you have a high GPA (mine was 3.9) and stick with them through the tedious, back and forth-ness process for application and enrollment, you’ll probably get accepted. Also depends how many students apply the same time as you. Hope that helps.

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On 9/20/2019 at 10:22 PM, rmc465 said:

@Bobalife This is for Sacramento Campus. Yes. I took my prereqs at Unitek and had to take other classes like psych lifespan and development since Unitek didn’t offer it at the time I took my prereqs with them. If for some reason Teri is your enrollment rep, kindly request for another. Also, keep in mind Carrington accepts students based on high GPA. If you have a high GPA (mine was 3.9) and stick with them through the tedious, back and forth-ness process for application and enrollment, you’ll probably get accepted. Also depends how many students apply the same time as you. Hope that helps.

Hey, I'm also applying to Carrington college, and I also have a 3.9 GPA from Unitek. I'm trying to get into the December cohort. I'm just studying to take the TEAS, which is hopefully high enough. For the TEAS, does Carrington only look at applicants who have above 70? I know the minimum is 62%, but the RN enrollment person told me as long as I am in the 70s, it's competitive.

Also, how is the program so far?

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@Jsingh1999Hello! was there any particular reason you didn’t pursue unitek? I’m waiting to hear back from them if I got into the lvn-bsn program it has been 10 days since the application deadline closed. Carrington was my plan B

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@Yatz2019 what was ur total points for unitek when you applied? I applied with 71/100 points possible and just don’t know how competitive that score is ?

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55 minutes ago, Bobalife said:

@Jsingh1999Hello! was there any particular reason you didn’t pursue unitek? I’m waiting to hear back from them if I got into the lvn-bsn program it has been 10 days since the application deadline closed. Carrington was my plan B

Hi! I decided not to pursue Unitek mainly because of 2 reasons.

1. Cost of attendance. I cannot afford the tuition lol! 37k is better than 100k.

2. Length of program. I really appreciate Carrington for continuing the 8 month program. I am much more happier to do a RN BSN online, which can cost less time/money.

I am 100% still going to apply for Unitek, but if I had to choose between the two, I would go with Carrington.

I wish you the best of luck, and I hope you get into Unitek! You're gonna do great!

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I totally agree with you @Jsingh1999!! I’m applying to Carrington as well and hoping to get into the class that starts on 12/9. I’m also studying for the TEAS and have a test date scheduled for 10/11 at Carrington. When are you taking yours?

And I took all my prerequisite classes with Unitek. I’m glad Carrington accepts them.

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On 9/23/2019 at 5:13 PM, Jsingh1999 said:

Hey, I'm also applying to Carrington college, and I also have a 3.9 GPA from Unitek. I'm trying to get into the December cohort. I'm just studying to take the TEAS, which is hopefully high enough. For the TEAS, does Carrington only look at applicants who have above 70? I know the minimum is 62%, but the RN enrollment person told me as long as I am in the 70s, it's competitive.

Also, how is the program so far?

@Jsingh1999 Hello. Definitely get in contact with either Toni or Kimberly if possible as your enrollment rep if you haven't already. I noticed during my orientation, they were the only enrollment reps who were able to get students through the application process. Just a heads up, make sure you have everything you need (all classes they require, TEAS test taken, your transcripts, your LVN license is not expired, and BLS, etc.) I know at least 3 people in my class who barely got 62% on their TEAS and are in the program because they have a 3.9 or 4.0 GPA. I would aim for a little higher though just in case someone has the same GPA as you and if it comes down to someone with a higher TEAS test than you, they will take that person. We have 24 in our class also, I think is the max they will accept in each group but I may be wrong. They do always change things up but this is the most recent information my instructors have vocalized.

I have no complaints so far. I came from an accelerated vn program so unfortunately I'm quite familiar with last minute schedule changes for clinical rotations and class. I freaked myself out reading all the awful reviews however, I had extremely low expectations but to my surprise- the program is not even as bad as people make it seem. You just kind of have to be self sufficient. So keep your emails and copies of files so you don't run into any issues on your end. There is a new dean and she seems to know what she's doing. All in all, I'm enjoying it so far. Hope that helps.

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By the way, for those inquiring-

the enrollment/application process was so frustrating. My tips: after the very long process of the back and forth calls/ emails/ visits gathering what you need just to apply, and once you've submitted everything they require (transcripts from pre-reqs and vn certificate or degree, highschool diploma, physical, immunizations, payment of background check and drug screen, paragraph on why they should choose you, 2 letters of recommendation, proof of employment, lvn license number, bls through american heart association, and whatever else, check your status at least once a week and get confirmation that your application has been sent up to the RN Department where they review your application.

I say this with much emphasis because I ran into an issue where my enrollment rep sent me a code under the VN program... I asked my rep if that was the right code and form and she assured me it was. Come to find out, AFTER they have selected the students who have been accepted (I was patiently waiting for a call and would email every other day on the status) I was notified that I was missing something and had to show emails and proof that on my end it was not my wrong doing, but it was theirs. At the end of the day, she advocated for me and made sure I was re-reviewed and I got to join the group I applied for. Moral of the story, always get updates and confirm everything. If information is exchanged in person or over the phone, ask for written confirmation via email. Always always always keep a copy of anything exchanged or required by them. Best of luck to you all!

After the application and enrollment process, you'll feel soooo relieved once you get that acceptance call and email.

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34 minutes ago, rmc465 said:

@Jsingh1999 Hello. Definitely get in contact with either Toni or Kimberly if possible as your enrollment rep if you haven't already. I noticed during my orientation, they were the only enrollment reps who were able to get students through the application process. Just a heads up, make sure you have everything you need (all classes they require, TEAS test taken, your transcripts, your LVN license is not expired, and BLS, etc.) I know at least 3 people in my class who barely got 62% on their TEAS and are in the program because they have a 3.9 or 4.0 GPA. I would aim for a little higher though just in case someone has the same GPA as you and if it comes down to someone with a higher TEAS test than you, they will take that person. We have 24 in our class also, I think is the max they will accept in each group but I may be wrong. They do always change things up but this is the most recent information my instructors have vocalized.

I have no complaints so far. I came from an accelerated vn program so unfortunately I'm quite familiar with last minute schedule changes for clinical rotations and class. I freaked myself out reading all the awful reviews however, I had extremely low expectations but to my surprise- the program is not even as bad as people make it seem. You just kind of have to be self sufficient. So keep your emails and copies of files so you don't run into any issues on your end. There is a new dean and she seems to know what she's doing. All in all, I'm enjoying it so far. Hope that helps.

That was extremely helpful! Your second paragraph really made me feel better, as I was also reading reviews. It means I just have to beat the TEAS! Thanks for your advice, that's really kind! Best of luck, you're gonna do great! Let me know when you pass the NCLEX!

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@rmc465Thank you for all your helpful information. So far, how has the schedule been like? When I went to the seminar/information session I was informed that term 1 is once a week and term 2 is three times a week to attend class. Is this accurate ?

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Hey there, were you able to find out what the schedule looks like for Carrington LVN to RN? I am interested in going this route as well.

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On 9/24/2019 at 10:58 PM, JChristy said:

@rmc465Thank you for all your helpful information. So far, how has the schedule been like? When I went to the seminar/information session I was informed that term 1 is once a week and term 2 is three times a week to attend class. Is this accurate ?

@justineLVN

Sorry for the late response!

The program is divided into two terms. Keep in mind schedules constantly change but this has been pretty consistent.

First Term: First 4 weeks are like a transition period; lab is on Monday 8-2:30 & class is on Wednesday 8-2. So you're only on campus twice a week for the first month. Then the class gets divided into groups and your clinical day may vary (could be on a weekend) and class will probably fall on a Wednesday for another month. Currently our schedules keep changing for our groups because some professors are not available certain days of the week so they have to accommodate us. I was working part time for these first two months and now going on-call/ per diem due to the school schedule changes.

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