Texas Tech-Accelerated BSN Spring 2020

[kantwine]

I haven't seen a thread for those of us applying May 1st to the January 2020 cohort. I'm wondering how heavily they weigh the TEAS. Also, I have heard as long as you meet all criteria they typically give you an interview. Has anyone else heard this? I really like how they take a holistic approach to grant admissions. I'm wanting to apply to UTA but I feel like the main way you get extra points is by attending school there which I did not do! We'll see!

[Omgnursing, BSN]

Oh okay. I was only emailed 2 links for HIPAA and title IX but none were sent for the others. I’m also wondering if it has something to do with me just finding out I was accepted after being on the waitlist for awhile. I just found out I got into the program last week so I know I am a bit behind compared to others.

[TexasTechNurse]

On 11/16/2019 at 6:49 PM, jillhill81 said:

That was extremely helpful! One other question. What shoes have you and others been wearing? I do not know what to buy. Some are so expensive but I’m willing if they are worth it. Ok I do have one more question lol. What laptop do you use for the program?

I'm currently in the program.My husband is a physical therapist and he recommends Brooks to all his patients. That's all him and his coworkers wear. Its all I've worn during the program and many in my cohort switched to them. Academy has the styles you can try on and you could order them in black for the program. Also, Brooks has professional program that gives 40% off their shoes after you have a professional license. Just in case they are too expensive now, you could keep that in mind for once you're an RN. Brooks aren't for everyone, my sister is a NICU nurse and has to wear Asics (I think) because Brooks don't work well for her.

Laptop: I have the new Macbook air that came out last fall. I've always had a macbook and love it, but If I had to do it over again, I'd probably get the Surface Pro. It doubles as a tablet and has some really neat note taking features with the pen. Two of my classmates have it and I really like theirs.

[jillhill81]

Wow!! Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[amr151030]

I am starting to look at books and the book list is kind of confusing and very expensive...Does anyone know if we can get some older editions or what books (if any) we won't use?

[Ag2017, BSN, RN]

2 hours ago, amr151030 said:

I am starting to look at books and the book list is kind of confusing and very expensive...Does anyone know if we can get some older editions or what books (if any) we won't use?

Hi there,

I would recommend waiting to purchase the books until the week before the semester starts/the first week of class. A lot of these books require online access (esp. the med surge and fundamentals book). So it's not worth buying ahead of time!

[Jessica Corona]

Anyone know a good website to buy a Littmann stethoscope from? I saw some on Amazon but read some bad reviews so not sure if I should buy one there or not

[sophiemicaela, RN]

4 minutes ago, Jessica Corona said:

Anyone know a good website to buy a Littmann stethoscope from? I saw some on Amazon but read some bad reviews so not sure if I should buy one there or not

I would purchase from a storefront like Life Uniform or maybe Allheart.com! I’m upgrading to a cardiology stethoscope since I’ll be in critical care and I plan to use allheart. They have some specials going on plus a 10% off your first purchase ?

also, looks like Walmart is selling some 3M Littmann classics for as low as $80!

[Jessica Corona]

Thank you! I’ll check those out ? @sophiemicaela

[sammie.sosa]

Hey guys!!! I’m trying to get shoes. Does anyone know if these will work?! I don’t want to spend a fortune. They are leather!!

[jillhill81]

They look good to me! Are they nonslip and not mesh?

[Ag2017, BSN, RN]

9 minutes ago, sammie.sosa said:

Hey guys!!! I’m trying to get shoes. Does anyone know if these will work?! I don’t want to spend a fortune. They are leather!!

Those are absolutely fine, they were not picky about our shoes really.

[sophiemicaela, RN]

11 minutes ago, sammie.sosa said:

Hey guys!!! I’m trying to get shoes. Does anyone know if these will work?! I don’t want to spend a fortune. They are leather!!

Honestly, they did not care about our shoes as long as they were the correct color. You’re going to be on your feet a TON, so definitely buy something that is going to be supportive and comfortable! I’ve been wearing Saucony Ride ISO’s in black all year and nothing has been said!