I've been reading posts in allnurses for some time and finally decided to join.
I hold a bachelor's and master's in non-nursing subjects and after experiencing major burnout have decided to return to school. I live in Montana, where nursing programs are few and far between--and very competitive. I would like to take the ABSN route so have decided to apply to a few programs, including University of Providence's ABSN. This program is relatively new. The school is based out of Great Falls, MT, but the ABSN program has clinical sites in Lewistown, MT and Anchorage, AK. I haven't been able to find any posts on here regarding UP. I'm interested to know more!! What are your thoughts, experiences, competitiveness of program, etc. I haven't done all that well in A&P 1 and struggle with science classes in general. Might retake it. Might start looking for a more expensive, accepts everyone program, but not ready to throw in the towel yet.
TLDR: Haven't seen University of Providence (based in Great Falls, MT) on here and want some insight!
It's 75%. The first 16 weeks you'll have your hardest exams and then it chills out but you should expect an exam every week for those 16 weeks.
To be honest you will not receive a lot of help from your professors, you have to be extremely good at time management and "figuring it out". That being said your classmates will become your befriends/support (I
It's 75%. The first 16 weeks you'll have your hardest exams and then it chills out but you should expect an exam every week for those 16 weeks.
To be honest you will not receive a lot of help from your professors, you have to be extremely good at time management and "figuring it out". That being said your classmates will become your befriends/support (I
Oh I didn't realize the rest of my comment was cut off! Our director left and I know they're figuring out new people to fill certain positions. I do know they're accepting more students now. However, don't worry if you're capable of passing, if you get in you will pass! Again you don't get any help from your professors but you and your classmates are all in the same boat and everyone is very much willing to help each other.
It's 75%. The first 16 weeks you'll have your hardest exams and then it chills out but you should expect an exam every week for those 16 weeks.
To be honest you will not receive a lot of help from your professors, you have to be extremely good at time management and "figuring it out". That being said your classmates will become your befriends/support (I
Yea I'm not sure what to tell you. It's 75% and most nursing schools are 75% or more. You would not want a nurse who only knows 70% of all the material anyways.
If you are worried about being able to pass, you should contact UP and see what resources are available. That being said, if you get in! You will pass, just stay on top of your work.
Yea I'm not sure what to tell you. It's 75% and most nursing schools are 75% or more. You would not want a nurse who only knows 70% of all the material anyways.
If you are worried about being able to pass, you should contact UP and see what resources are available. That being said, if you get in! You will pass, just stay on top of your work.
Well there's are very good programs out there that do 70-73% eg. The Ivy League Columbia , John Hopkins and other prestigious schools. It's all about the quality and not numbers. Many nursing programs prey on students and fail like half the class after you've wasted $60k for tuition, no degree at the end . Seen it too many times. Gotta research these programs and be careful.
Well there's are very good programs out there that do 70-73% eg. The Ivy League Columbia , John Hopkins and other prestigious schools. It's all about the quality and not numbers. Many nursing programs prey on students and fail like half the class after you've wasted $60k for tuition, no degree at the end . Seen it too many times. Gotta research these programs and be careful.
Well, if you're worried about passing a 75% assessment standard, I don't think this UP is the program for you. You probably shouldn't be looking at John's Hopkins or Columbia either, those university are academically challenging. Check out your local community college for an associates degree! Best of luck to you ?
Well, if you're worried about passing a 75% assessment standard, I don't think this UP is the program for you. You probably shouldn't be looking at John's Hopkins or Columbia either, those university are academically challenging. Check out your local community college for an associates degree! Best of luck to you ?
I'm looking to begin the ABSN program at University of Providence in 2025 or 2026. Any advice for those that have completed it?
Were you able to work a full time job while in the program?
How/what was the clinical schedule?
Do they make you relocate to the city the program is offered in?
Are the classes offered completely online? Are there required meeting times?
Any advice for someone looking to start that has communications/business degrees?
Is it super competitive to get into?
I'll answer your questions in order.
1.) My advice is, if you get in, lean on your peers for support. Emotionally, academically, you will not be able to get through this fast-paced program without the help of your cohort. The teachers aren't particularly helpful, but the study groups are invaluable.
2.) I worked part-time hours as a CNA. I'd already been working as a CNA and took a per diem role, allowing me to pick up shifts as often as I could. I would often work 8-hr or 12-hr shifts on the weekends, when there were no lectures.
3.) If I recall correctly, we had clinicals 2-3 days per week for most of the program, with a break from that in the Summer. During that Summer break, though, there was a one-week-long in-person clinical project to complete and lectures were still ongoing. Starting October through December, we were paired with an RN in an area of nursing of our choosing for a preceptorship. For myself, I was on a med-surg floor with a day-shift RN 3 days per week.
4.) Yes, you must relocate to either Anchorage or Lewistown, or at least plan to get there multiple days per week. I drove over to Lewistown from Missoula along with another student, and we'd stay in a rented apartment two nights a week. I don't recommend this because it costs more and takes up a lot of precious time.
5.) The classes, save for clinical days or skills days, are online. For the majority of them, you are required to attend at a specific time and participate.
6.) I came from a social science background. I took A&P 1 and 2 along with a few other required pre-reqs at an in-state community college, which I'd recommend as it saves a lot of $$$.
7.) It is competitive, like any other nursing program, because there are limited spots. My GPA wasn't perfect, but I think what really sealed the deal for me was doing well in the interview and having real-world healthcare experience (working as a CNA).
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It's 75%. The first 16 weeks you'll have your hardest exams and then it chills out but you should expect an exam every week for those 16 weeks.
To be honest you will not receive a lot of help from your professors, you have to be extremely good at time management and "figuring it out". That being said your classmates will become your befriends/support (I