SDSU BSN Fall 2019

47RN · Mar 4, 2019

Are any of you guys getting associates or going to have them? I don’t know if I need to get my GEs certified or something because I’m just transferring.

JCRM22 · Mar 4, 2019

4 hours ago, 47RN said:
Are any of you guys getting associates or going to have them? I don’t know if I need to get my GEs certified or something because I’m just transferring.

I'm going to have Associates degrees by the end of the spring semester. The SON doesn't require you to have an Associates degree to enter the program, but it doesn't hurt to have one. Also, I don't think you need to have your GEs certified because I think it only applies to ADT students and because the Admissions Office should take care of it (since we will be sending our official transcripts to them).

hypershay · Mar 5, 2019

hey guys! congrats to those that were admitted!

is anyone gonna start looking for housing around the area? idk if I'm going to accept sdsu's program yet bc I'm still waiting to hear back on a couple more, but it doesn't hurt to have a head start bc housing's a pain lol

47RN · Mar 5, 2019

1 hour ago, hypershay said:
hey guys! congrats to those that were admitted!
is anyone gonna start looking for housing around the area? idk if I'm going to accept sdsu's program yet bc I'm still waiting to hear back on a couple more, but it doesn't hurt to have a head start bc housing's a pain lol

I asked about this earlier and no one responded ? but yes I’m starting to look for roomies on Facebook and I’m gonna tour places soon when I visit the campus.

47RN · Mar 5, 2019

4 hours ago, JPVC_8402 said:
I'm going to have Associates degrees by the end of the spring semester. The SON doesn't require you to have an Associates degree to enter the program, but it doesn't hurt to have one. Also, I don't think you need to have your GEs certified because I think it only applies to ADT students and because the Admissions Office should take care of it (since we will be sending our official transcripts to them).

The Associate’s in Nursing program at my CC is a whole separate 2 year program, so I thought it would just be better to get my credits and go. I told SDSU I’m not going to have any degree so I believe I’m fine that way

hypershay · Mar 5, 2019

2 minutes ago, 47RN said:
I asked about this earlier and no one responded ? but yes I’m starting to look for roomies on Facebook and I’m gonna tour places soon when I visit the campus.

lolol idk why but there doesn't seem to be a lot of roommate finding fb pages for sdsu or is that just me?

47RN · Mar 5, 2019

Just now, hypershay said:
lolol idk why but there doesn't seem to be a lot of roommate finding fb pages for sdsu or is that just me?

The only one I’ve found is called SDSU Housing, and someone who transferred there last year that I know said they used that to find roomies, so I’m gonna give that a shot

JCRM22 · Mar 5, 2019

3 hours ago, 47RN said:
The Associate’s in Nursing program at my CC is a whole separate 2 year program, so I thought it would just be better to get my credits and go. I told SDSU I’m not going to have any degree so I believe I’m fine that way

Oh I understand what you're trying to say! I agree that you don't need an ADN, but there's also tons of other CC majors you can get an Associates Degrees in (I'm getting an AA in Social/Behavioral Sciences and an AS in Allied Health). You seem like an academically accomplished applicant, so I think you qualify for some kind of Associates degree; you just need to talk with your CC counselors to determine which specific one.

Also, not having an Associates degree won't harm you in any way like you said, but getting some kind of Associates degree (in addition to a BSN) does seem more impressive in the long run (I feel employers would be more inclined to hire new grads with a BSN and some kind of Associates degree, as opposed to a new grad with just a plain BSN).

I'll support whatever decision you ultimately make with the Associates degree, however!

dgm657 · Mar 6, 2019

On 3/2/2019 at 9:49 PM, 47RN said:
Anyone have any idea what they’re going to be doing for housing?

Most likely somewhere off campus, but I'm really not sure yet! I'm going to look at housing around the area the same day as Explore SDSU.

emily234 · Mar 6, 2019

Have you guys heard great things about this program? I have been trying to find out more about it, and its rank in terms of all the other CSU programs like Sac, Chico, LB...

JCRM22 · Mar 6, 2019

I toured and attended information sessions for quite a few nursing programs before I applied, and SDSU by far stands out the most to me because of the kind of experience you get. What sets SDSU apart from other schools in my opinion is:

1. NCLEX pass rate - SDSU's NCLEX pass rate has a always been in the 90s, and the pass rate increases every year. (https://www.rn.ca.gov/education/passrates.shtml)

2. Collaboration - everyone helps each other out throughout the program, and everyone really wants to best outcomes for each other. By the end of the program, you will make so many life-long friends from the program and around the world (since you will have to collaborate with international nursing students during the International Experience). Some other nursing schools I visited (not SDSU) gave off a cutthroat vibe, which makes an already rigorous nursing even more stressful.

2. SON Staff - the SON staff are so easy to work with and are very transparent. They are always open to answering any questions you may have and they genuinely care about you. The staff go out of their way to promote a culture of collaboration, instead of a culture of competition like some other nursing schools do.

4. Clinical Sites - SDSU does clinicals in all the major (+ magnet certified) hospitals in San Diego (Sharp, Scripps, UCSD, etc.), so you will get a chance to learn from the best professors and nurses out there, ultimately making you an amazing RN as well.

5. Job Outlook - I've been told by a reliable source that: "many (if not all) San Diego hospitals prefer SDSU Nursing graduates for new grad RN positions because of how well the reputable/well-known SON prepares us for real-world nursing."

6. This isn't related to the SON, but SDSU is a really vibrant campus. You will not only have a good experience in nursing school, but also a good experience around campus since everyone is so friendly, social, and outgoing.

Hope this gives you some insight on the wonders of SDSU and its BSN program!

emily234 · Mar 7, 2019

4 hours ago, JPVC_8402 said:
I toured and attended information sessions for quite a few nursing programs before I applied, and SDSU by far stands out the most to me because of the kind of experience you get. What sets SDSU apart from other schools in my opinion is:
1. NCLEX pass rate - SDSU's NCLEX pass rate has a always been in the 90s, and the pass rate increases every year. (https://www.rn.ca.gov/education/passrates.shtml)
2. Collaboration - everyone helps each other out throughout the program, and everyone really wants to best outcomes for each other. By the end of the program, you will make so many life-long friends from the program and around the world (since you will have to collaborate with international nursing students during the International Experience). Some other nursing schools I visited (not SDSU) gave off a cutthroat vibe, which makes an already rigorous nursing even more stressful.
2. SON Staff - the SON staff are so easy to work with and are very transparent. They are always open to answering any questions you may have and they genuinely care about you. The staff go out of their way to promote a culture of collaboration, instead of a culture of competition like some other nursing schools do.
4. Clinical Sites - SDSU does clinicals in all the major (+ magnet certified) hospitals in San Diego (Sharp, Scripps, UCSD, etc.), so you will get a chance to learn from the best professors and nurses out there, ultimately making you an amazing RN as well.
5. Job Outlook - I've been told by a reliable source that: "many (if not all) San Diego hospitals prefer SDSU Nursing graduates for new grad RN positions because of how well the reputable/well-known SON prepares us for real-world nursing."
6. This isn't related to the SON, but SDSU is a really vibrant campus. You will not only have a good experience in nursing school, but also a good experience around campus since everyone is so friendly, social, and outgoing.
Hope this gives you some insight on the wonders of SDSU and its BSN program!

Thank you! This was really helpful, I also heard they go to a children's hospital, which I would love! I am looking forward to going here! Are you attending the open house on the 23rd?