Shoreline CC (WA) LPN to RN drop out rate

[katha311]

Hello,

I'm new here but always come here to read opinions from people. Has anybody graduated from Shoreline's RN program? I just recently got accepted and one of the advisors told me the attrition rate of RN students is 50%. While I know the Shoreline program is accredited and tough, I did not anticipate this type of attrition rate, which concerns me a little. I want to work at least part time (20 hours/wk). Is this even possible or should I just quit for the year and dedicate all my time to school? Is the cirriculum really that difficult?

I should also mention I'm a mother of a one year old but my husband is like Mr. Mom but I would at least like to see my son once in awhile.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you all for your time!

[dvano]

Tho not a graduate of Shoreline RN program. I did graduate from the LVN to RN program at a different nursing school.

I want to give you some insight into RN programs.

1. It is tough, even though you are already an LVN/LPN.

2. I worked 16 Hrs a week and sometimes it was good, other times rough, based on homework assignments.

3. The RN program goal is to graduate only those students that will pass state boards the first time, their accredition(sp) is based on those statistics.

4. I did have down time. So actually had pretty good social life, as long as I prioritized.

5. Go for it. It is only for what 3 semesters, then it is over. I can honestly say was well worth the hassle.

6. Do have all other classes completed before enrolling, having to take micro, or any other basic class during these semesters only make things that much harder.

I hope this helps.

[katha311]

Thanks dvano! This is good advice. I am planning to get my RN regardless, I just wanted to know if I can still work or not.