University of Michigan (UofM) Accelerated program

MInurse.st · Mar 6, 2011

Even with flexible hours it's not easy to work this semester; there's just too much work to be done on days off. I know of a few people who are working but one of them is miserable all the time, another is able to study while working, and a third teaches music on the side so it only takes up small blocks of time and can cancel when needed. If you can get through the program without working, that's your best bet. Dave is right, though. The first semester is feasible.[/quote']
I'm in the program and work, although I did cut back on hours this semester. I work overnights on Fridays and every other Saturday, and Saturdays during the day. It's not easy, but it's possible. If you have to work, you have to work.

beledi13 · Mar 7, 2011

Hi Everyone!

I applied to the program in September and I have yet to hear whether I'm accepted as well. Hang in there! We've waited this long; what's a few more weeks?! Keep thinking positive.

RNpatterson · Mar 7, 2011

A friend of a friend found out last week that she's in so decisions are certainly starting to go out.

Beledi - that's the best attitude to have! Last year I found out in the third round of decisions and every day (sometimes multiple times) when I checked Wolverine Access I'd say "No news is not bad news." In past years a group of decisions would go out and then no one would hear for a month or so (so TRY not to stress if you guys don't hear anything right away).

kiwispring · Mar 7, 2011

hi all!

i'm new to allnurses.com. a friend recommended me as i'm deciding between msu and umich's accelerated programs (i just got my acceptance to umich last thursday! :)

i wanted to ask those who are/ were in the umich program what they think of it. how did you balance your life with school, work, and other things? how do you view the program/ it's organization/ classes and profs? is anyone participating in the mentorship program?

thanks for your help :)

kiwispring · Mar 7, 2011

@ melierinrdh,

don't have enough posts to pm but to answer your question:

i received an email from undergrad admissions last thursday telling me i got in. i got my official letter of acceptance in the mail a couple days later.

they're prolly just starting to send stuff out- good luck!

melierinrdh · Mar 7, 2011

Awesome! Congrats...I'll keep my fingers crossed.

RNpatterson · Mar 8, 2011

Kiwi -

Opinions are going to vary when it comes to classes and instructors depending on personality and personal interests. Each class has its ups and downs.

As for balancing life and school, you just do it. It's not easy, but you do what you have to do. At times it can be difficult to cope, but you can expect to learn a great deal of information in a short amount of time and you will make new friends. We take it day by day; some days are better than others but as a whole, the program is flying by and we will be competent nurses when we graduate - still green and in need of experience, but ready for the workforce. In the end, it is very rewarding and you will get out of it what you want.

I don't know of anyone participating in the mentor program, but I can't speak for everyone in the program. They didn't offer it until a month or two into the program; by that time, we didn't really feel as though we had time to hunt down our mentor and explain our history. It may have been better if the mentor program were set up in August before the program started.

We created a facebook site for the group and that has served as an incredible resource to share information, vent frustrations, and celebrate victories. We also got together for a meet-and-greet before the program started to break the ice and that was a great kick-off (about a third of the people in our program showed). Congrats!

kiwispring · Mar 10, 2011

musician's wife,

thanks for your input! it sounds like you have a really solid community there.

i'm hoping to learn more about students' perception of the program so i can make a more informed decision. i know everyone has their own opinions and experiences, which is why i'm interested in hearing about them. i know umich's program is highly ranked but that doesn't tell me too much.

aly_kathleenRN, BSN · Mar 15, 2011

has anyone else found out yet?

sunny2234 · Mar 15, 2011

no, still waiting!

beledi13 · Mar 15, 2011

I haven't heard anything either. Hopefully we'll all have good news to share soon. A big congratulations to those who've been accepted! Have a great week everyone!

Kitcatwoman · Mar 15, 2011

No news here, but I am trying to be zen about it ("trying" not necessarily "successful").