University of Colorado Colorado Springs (FNP)

[Slhengy]

I applied for the Fall for the FNP Program. Anyone applying to UCCS as well?

[ambianco9]

Slhengy, are you in the Denver program? I'm considering transferring from another program and I'd love to hear how you like it!

[Slhengy]

I am in the Colorado Springs program because it's 100% online except for practicums.

[TJGJRN]

I will be full time. I'd love to chat offline and get your take on the first semester :)

Tami

[Slhengy]

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[Steffanie4RN]

I have been accepted into the fall cohort but I am wondering if 11 semesters is too long. I got into another school that is part time 7 semesters but is more expensive. It's hard to swallow a 4 year program that is not a DNP.

[TJGJRN]

I am FT at UCCS Master's FNP and looked at many other programs though only applied to this one. My decision was based on the requirements of each program and my years of experience, work hours, and personal responsibilities. This school seemed to work the best for me. Without knowing what other school you are considering I can only answer in general terms.

I wonder how much you will get from a 7 semester part time program? But, if you are a confident, experienced RN, know what niche you want to work in when done and have time to cram your clinical hours into your life/work schedule then the 7 semester might be good.

From what I have heard from my classmates PT at UCCS will give you a lot of time in your personal life. You may want to double up on classes for a semester or two and finish in fewer semesters.

Best of luck with your decision!

Tami

[Fel1993]

Is there an interview? I am planning on applying in the spring. I saw that you submit the application and required documents but I didn't see anything about the process after that. Is anyone doing the two year program? Just wondering how much more of a work load it is. It looked like the first year is where the difference is. Lots of essays and exams?I would love to hear about your experience in the program!

[TJGJRN]

I am not aware of a 2 year Nurse Practitioner program. I think the full time option is 3 years. There was no interview requirement 1 year ago. I suggest calling the Program Assistant, she was very helpful when I applied! Good luck!

Tami

[2BNP]

Hi Tami, I'm starting the UCCS MSN FT FNP Spring '18. I'd love any advice etc. you may have for new students.

[Nurse216]

Hi all,

I'm in the FNP program currently (Since fall 2016) with Slhengy and Tami (though different loads, I'm PT, I think Tami is FT). The work is hard, its a lot of reading and you have to really be a go-getter with your education. It really is what you make of it. With that said, I've never worried about my grades and I find I have plenty of time for a social life and I work full time as well. The biggest worry I (and I'm sure many of us do) I have is finding our own clinical preceptors. I don't start clinicals until fall 2018 and I've already received a lot of "no"s or no responses at all. So definitely network!

[emkaytae]

Hi everyone,

I have applied for 2018 cohort of NP program and have received email that I will be contacted sometime in mid January.

Wondering if anyone else is there for Fall 2018 cohort.

[climbingeverest]

Hi, I was wondering what you think about the online FNP program? Have you enjoyed it? I am thinking of applying for the online program as well and was wondering what to expect! Thanks!