Sanford Brown College of St. Peters, MO LPN to ADN RN

U.S.A. Missouri

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Hello All,

I currently in LPN school in Illinois and looking for a LPN to Assoc. RN program. I am greatly considering Sanford Brown in St. Peters, Missouri. I had an interview with them and the tuition is very high. Are there any graduates from there or happen to know anyone who has graduated from there? Is it really worth all the money or is it best to just go somewhere else and do ALL of the prereqs and take the longer route?

To the OP: I believe St. Charles Comm College also has an LPN-RN bridge, since you mentioned Sanford Brown in St. Peters specifically. Check out www.stchas.edu. It'll probably cost you less than two grand total.

And in regards to Sanford Brown...I just dont understand why someone would want to pay $50,000 (i believe that's the quoted price, I may be wrong) for an ADN when I can get it for less than $10,000 at the community college. And even through SB may transfer to some universities, even if you get the full amount of credits, the two mentioned are private schools and much more expensive than if I went to get my BSN at, say, UMSL. $50,000 over 2 years would be my entire salary if I worked full time for those two years and THEN some. THAT is why I don't think SB is worthwhile, although their limited accreditation doesn't help them.

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I know it is soo sad. They take full advantage of people. You can go to a Community college for a ADN get a job at a great place such as St.Johns Mercy and work full time and they will pay the bills for you to get your BSN and maybe even your MSN if you wish. You have to make smart educated choices. It may take a little longer but nothing worth while comes fast and easy.

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I know it is soo sad. They take full advantage of people. You can go to a Community college for a ADN get a job at a great place such as St.Johns Mercy and work full time and they will pay the bills for you to get your BSN and maybe even your MSN if you wish. You have to make smart educated choices. It may take a little longer but nothing worth while comes fast and easy.

EXACTLY!

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Specializes in telemetry, med surg, LTAC.

We are all nurses and we take the same NCLEX. Period.

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Specializes in telemetry, med surg, LTAC.

Oh and there are people in very high positions that went to the University of Who Knows What. It's a matter of experience.

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Oh and there are people in very high positions that went to the University of Who Knows What. It's a matter of experience.

If you read ALL the threads regarding SB, the issue for most of us is not whether they're competent RNs once they take the NCLEX that we ALL take as you point out.

The issue is the cost, the overall quality of the education (for those who care), and the ultimate transferability of these credits that cost people dearly at Sanford Brown. Why should someone pay top $$ and spend 3 or 4 years to get a SB BSN only to find out that several years down the line if they want an MSN they have to repeat core classes before a university will accept those credits? Who wants to spend more time and money doing something they already did once?!?!? That's where the issue is: accreditation.

For anyone considering SB, think about your long-term goals. Think BIG. Right now you might think just the RN initials are sufficient, but should you EVER want a MSN or CRNA or whatever, it's been suggested that you check with ANY univerisity that you would consider in the future. Or maybe you'll decide you want to switch majors -- education, landscaping, business, etc. -- who knows? Ask the university whether they'll accept ALL your transferring credits from SB. If so, then the subject's moot; if not, then it's worth someone who's just beginning their nursing journey to take that in to account before they find themselves thousands of dollars in debt and several years down the road.

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We are all nurses and we take the same NCLEX. Period.

Of course, these students will have to PASS the NCLEX. SB's pass rate has been

http://pr.mo.gov/boards/nursing/passrates.pdf

I think, as is often mentioned on these boards, that those numbers say something about the standard of education one receives at their educational institution. Period.

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Yes, they have been on probation with the State Board of Nursing several times.

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I'm so grateful I found this board. As someone who is considering nursing, the advice I've been reading on this board is invaluable. I had no idea Sanford Brown had such negative reviews until now.

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Labmum2: I wish you well. There are plenty of great nursing schools. Just make sure they are North Central Accredited. That is key if you want to eventually get your BSN or beyond. I was an LPN for 10 years, but once I got started, my quest for learning did not cease. I call myself a "hardway warrior", eventually getting my masters. With each degree, doors open for you. GOOD LUCK!

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Specializes in telemetry, med surg, LTAC.

You are correct and that is our personal decisions. Many of you that are talking about SBC are younger people who dont have a husband, kids, or work that you have seniority. I definitely agree that it does take some research to find out what school will accept you. Personally, I have done my research and will be happy to help anyone who needs help. Do what you feel is best for you and your family. Nursing education is highly expensive anyway. Right now I am concerned with the well being of my 3 children and the option of increasing my income and stature. This is why I chose SBC. I feel as though my education was good for me and I was willing to pay any price to better the lives of my family.

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Specializes in Med/Surg <1; Epic Certified <1.
You are correct and that is our personal decisions. Many of you that are talking about SBC are younger people who dont have a husband, kids, or work that you have seniority.

50+; 3 kids; 2 grandkids; was working full-time in a job where I had seniority. I took all my prereqs part-time through the STLCC, then attended their program after being on the waitlist for a year. I spent maybe all of $3500 including every last penny for books, tennies, whatever.

I'll take that financial burden, the overall successful pass rates, and the knowledge that ALL of my credits will transfer just about anywhere in the U.S. over the unknowns that can accompany a SBC education.

But you are correct -- it is a personal decision and one should be well-informed before taking the plunge.

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