University of Miami Accelerated BSN Program

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Hi there! I received my acceptance letter for the Summer 2011 Accelerated BSN Program at UM. I was just wondering if anyone who is already in this program could give me some insight on how they like it. Some of my main questions are is it possible to work part-time throughout the program, and is it difficult to obtain scholarships, etc.? I am from Miami, but I currently live in Ohio, so I have been going back and forth as to whether I should stay here or go back to where it's sunny. :) Anyhow, if anyone who is going through the program or has heard anything about the program has any info they can give me, it would be greatly appreciated!! THANKS!

Thank you very much Grace!.. I just sent my application...let's pray we get the Scholarship.

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Specializes in Cardiac, GYN, Med-Surg Tele.

lmaria,

Definitely I'm praying on that one because I don't know about that much money for the bsn, especially since I'm trying to the msn part time while working right after. I really hope we get some form of relief :)

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what msn program would you like to attend? I would like to do one right after, but I am going to have to wait. I am 30, just got married a year ago, and I guess after graduation I would have to wait a couple of years since I would like to have a baby. at least, I did the MBA and hopefully I can use it within the Nursing profession. I am very happy about starting school in May. :)

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Specializes in Cardiac, GYN, Med-Surg Tele.

Lmaria,

Congrats on recently tying the knot! I am a decade younger than you lol, but I understand wanting to have a baby :). They are so cute lol.. I am sure you will be able to use the MBA and may not even have to get an msn unless you want to be a NP, CNM, or CRNA. After working at the bedside as an RN for 3-5 years I am sure you would be able to apply for a management position in nursing. They make just as much as NP's if not more. My aunt is a Nurse manager at South Miami Hospital and her pay after taxes is about 96k. I really wanted to get the masters in nurse midwifery, but due to the economy and Florida's stipulations, I am leaning towards getting the FNP, and possibly just working in womens health or pediatrics for now till the economy starts to turn around. I tend to be practical, although I love the specialty, the jobs just aren't there right now so marketability is key .

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That is great that you plan on continuing with the master right after you finish the program. I want to see what I like while I am in the program. For now, I expect to combine the MBA with Nursing one day.

I received an e-mail from the Scholarship coordinator confirming that she received my application. She said that by February they will notify us of the date we have to interview, which would be in March.

Yunas, keep us posted if you receive your acceptance letter. :)

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Specializes in Cardiac, GYN, Med-Surg Tele.

Lmaria,

I got the same email today! :yeah: Your stuff got their quick! lol Yes I want to continue right away while the brain is still young, and info still fresh. Mf bf and I are holding off on marriage till we both become established so I'd definitely like to be done with school forever and in a good NP position by 25/26 because I do agree with you its important to start your family. I hope we get this scholarship or get into FAU, whichever but 13,000 in loan just for one semester- Murder. Im gonna save for living expenses now while I have a job, but still , The entire FAU tuition for 55 credits is still under 13K...

Yunas,

Yeah, keep us posted. :)

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So far nothing :( I'm gonna add you guys on fb tho. Easier to keep in touch. In my prayers we can be classmates!

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Hi Everyone!

I am also accepted for the May 2011 start date! I was accepted back in the beginning of December!

I also would like to apply for the scholarship but I am not quite sure how it would work if I plan to complete my FNP after Accelerated BSN.

Grace- How are you planning on completing your 3 years of work while achieving MSN?

Thank you

Brittany

Ps. We need to make a facebook group! Add me Brittany Cianelli

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Specializes in Cardiac, GYN, Med-Surg Tele.

BrCia,

I plan to do the MSN part time at UM or FAU. The 2 year track and I am gonna do the DNP with UF or UM for another year and a half.

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Grace,

See thats where I come across some issues. I don't particularly want my DNP but what is the fate or NP if they don't earn their DNP? I went to UF for undergrad and am also looking and talking to their nursing admissions department but their accelerated involves direct entry into the DNP program...

Thank you

Brittany Cianelli

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Specializes in Cardiac, GYN, Med-Surg Tele.

BrCia,

I am a fellow Gator myself and will be graduating April 30 with my Bachelors in Health Science. I have spoken to Ken as well about the Accelerated BSN and I know what you mean. UF is going towaed the direct entry to DNP with the option to exit with MSN for now. I am choosing not to go that route only because I would like a change of scenery and the post masters DNP is distance based unlike the post bachelors. The DNP is not a requirement by 2015 but merely a recommendation so many schools like UF and UM are starting to gear students towards entering this program. You will still be an NP with or without a DNP as long as you pass your certification exam. The DNP is something I am doing for myself in hopes of bettering patient outcomes in low income communities. I am very interested in women's heath and pediatrics, and eventually want to open a Women's/Children's clinic in the future. I am also merely 21 years old so I have the time to spend doing all this. Your unique situation may make it difficult for you to pursue the DNP.

Grace

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Specializes in Neonatal & Family Practice.

Hiiiiiii everyone!

I'm so thrilled to find you all on this forum! I was accepted for the May program in December, I'm super excited :D

I'm from Seattle and not moving to Miami until May 2nd. I'm wondering if there are any other students that need to find housing close to campus and would want to be roommates?? I know myUM has housing options but people don't seem to post rooms until the last minute. I'm also looking on Craigslist but because I'm from out of town I think I would prefer to share housing with some students in the program. If anyone is interested, let me know! Maybe we can start a new thread if a lot of people are interested..

Anyway, I'll be visiting for a week in March for the Scholarship interview and to secure housing arrangements.

It's nice to see you all communicating online, that's marvelous. Best of luck to those of you still waiting to for your acceptance letters!

~Brittany

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