UALR RN Program Applicant 2015

thejourney2 · May 6, 2015

UALR Nursing Class 2016/2017

It's just a closed group so members only need to be approved by other members. It should be searchable.

If you still can't find it send me a private message on here and I can send the link.

ladyvp05 · May 19, 2015

1300 is pretty much the foundations of the nursing program. Every class you will ever take builds off it. You will learn how to assess a patient. What I mean is you will be able to do a physical exam by checking all body systems such as heart, lungs, skin, head, feet. You will learn how to do blood pressure, respirations, pulse, catheter, and sterile techniques. My advice is to practice your clinical skills all the time. Your family should be sick of you by the time you're done this summer.

bethpage0712 · May 26, 2015

Hi everyone! I have been following this post but haven't yet responded. I applied for the program also, but have not gotten in yet. This is so confusing to me because I have a 3.25 GPA and already have a Master's degree. I don't know if it has anything to do with me submitting my application late?

seacklin · Jun 29, 2015

I just received my acceptance via email for the traditional track...I'm very EXCITED and NERVOUS but can't wait to meet everyone 7/6/15.

klassyone85 · Oct 19, 2015

Hi FutureRNARK, I am scheduled for group orientation this wed @3pm at UALR..l have all pre reqs completed besides Micro(currently enrolled) and chem..can you tell me how and what the Nur 1300 Summer Course is? Is it basic CNA stuff? What do we go over? Any tips or advice to prepare?

Thanks so much in advance!í ½í¸‰

klassyone85 · Oct 19, 2015

Is it difficult tho? I hear they use this course to weed out the weak and Also I wanted to kno how can I prepare for this course in the meantime:)

xdsheax · Nov 18, 2015

Hey I was wondering did you ever get accepted. I'm in the same boat with a C average GPA.

LuKeeU · Jan 25, 2016

I am planning to apply for a nursing program, but I have heard and read mixed comments about UALR and UAMS. Are the classes very difficult to adjust to? Is it true that UALR will drop you from the program for minor mistakes? Do you know the retention rate (estimation)?

Flfuturern · Feb 23, 2016

Hello,

I am applying this term with a 2.88. I was previously in a BSN program in Florida but had to moved immediately to Arkansas. Im hoping I will get accepted. Looking at Shan85 gives me more hope. Can anyone that is in the program already shed some light on what is to be expected. I already know of the material/ test questions and etc. Im wondering of clinical site, instructors, sim labs and overall school.

Flfuturern · Feb 23, 2016

Hello, How is the program this far? reading over a few of your older post is giving me hope right now:0)

Im applying this week with a 2.88 GPA. I was in a BSN program in Florida but had to withdraw and move. Im nervous and hoping I get accepted, my second choice is Baptist. But prefer UALR... PLease give all info on what its like at UALR and what should I expect if I am accepted

FutureRNArk · Feb 26, 2016

Is it difficult tho? I hear they use this course to weed out the weak and Also I wanted to kno how can I prepare for this course in the meantime:)

This class is exactly that. It is designed to weed out those who aren't committed to putting in the hours of study, or practicing of clinical skills. A good number of people don't pass the class. It's pretty basic information, at least compared to what you get in later courses, but it is a lot of material. You also have clinical skills and check-offs in order to pass the summer course.

FutureRNArk · Feb 26, 2016

I am planning to apply for a nursing program, but I have heard and read mixed comments about UALR and UAMS. Are the classes very difficult to adjust to? Is it true that UALR will drop you from the program for minor mistakes? Do you know the retention rate (estimation)?

Classes are difficult. There is a lot of material and a very short amount of time to cover it. Once you get past the summer class and first semester, you pretty much have a test every other week. You have to be dedicated and flexible. I haven't seen anyone get dropped from the program for minor mistakes, but a lot of people don't make it through due to grades. As far as retention, they usually start the summer with approx. 260, and end up graduating approx 150, which includes the LPN transition class of approx 30-40. So out of the 260 who start, around 120 will graduate on time. This may sound like a lot of people failing, but think about if you want that "F" nurse caring for your family member. Nursing school is hard because you will have someone's life in your hands, and you need to know how to take care of them.