Umsl or slu ??

As this is an international site, it might help you get better responses if you specify the names of the schools. The SLU down the street from me may not be the SLU you're thinking of.

Congratulations! If I were in your shoes, I'd go to UMSL, solely because of the cost factor. Unfortunately, I got rejected from them twice. From my understanding, there are a ton of applicants for only a few slots. The one-day-a-week classes would definitely be difficult, but I would try to adjust my hours at work (three 12s, four 10s) to accommodate it. I was also accepted to SLU and Maryville. SLU looks like they have a fantastic program, and I really wanted to go there, but the cost stresses me out way too much. Not worth it, in my opinion. In fact, they raised their tuition from when I looked at it back in January. $935ish/credit hour is now $1010/credit hour. Outrageous. I just can't be okay with that. So, especially if you think you'd do better in an in-class environment vs. entirely online, I'm voting UMSL. I haven't been to either of these schools, but that is my 2 cents regardless. Good luck!

][COLOR=black],sans-serif]Congratulations on your acceptance to both the SLU (Saint Louis University) and UMSL (University of Missouri St. Louis) programs. This is a true indication that you are a strong candidate, and have great potential for success regardless of your choice of program. We at UMSL are very proud of our FNP program and the success of our students in achieving a 100% pass rate on their national certification exams over the past several years. Our nationally recognized faculty pride themselves on our relationships with our students, that is supported by our face to face format, which also fosters building a collegial network of NP colleagues beyond the academic program. This is a very difficult decision, but a good dilemma to have as both are great choices. You may want to consider reaching out to faculty at each program for an in person meeting, to discuss how other working students with families have found success in the one day per week on campus program, and to help you to decide which is the right fit for you. Our very best wishes regardless of your decision. Our faculty looks forward to welcoming you as an NP colleague within the next three years!

Dr. Shelly, thank you so much ! I received my BSN from UMSL and had a fantastic experience with excellent teachers and education. I think for my graduate level courses I would definitely benefit from the face to face format. I have heard nothing but wonderful experiences from few people who have already graduated or are currently in the NP program. I think I have made my decision and know that I would get an excellent education at UMSL.

I actually graduated from UMSL about 10 years ago with my BSN! I'm not sure the difference with the MSN programs, but in applying for my undergrad the deciding factor for me was that UMSL students did clinicals through Barnes-Jewish, which IMO is superior to SLUH...and the money was just a bonus.....good luck on your decision!