University of San Diego MEPN 2016

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Hi all!!! I know it is early but I thought I would start this thread. Is anyone else getting their information ready and applying for Fall 2016?

RIGHT ON!

I personally think it could somewhat put you at an advantage if your BS in a completely different field. For example...I have a B.A. degree in Sociology Concentration in Criminology. I would consider working at a correctional facility or prison. I would definitely have the a higher advantage compare to other new grads because of my understanding of the criminal justice system.

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I believe everything you learn in life will benefit yourself in one way or another. You learn to utilize your life skills and educational knowledge to be a better person and in this case, a better nurse.

For me, with a Criminology educational background and working as a dental assistant from a career perspective, maybe one day I will help an inmate improve his/her health and oral hygiene habits at the same time.

Oral hygiene is very important as studies have shown that gum disease have been linked to heart problems.

:snurse:

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Specializes in Anesthesia.

@NanceN That would be a great way in tying both of your backgrounds together!!! Have you completely decided on which program you're going to accept? I know you've gotten several acceptances already ;)

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I have the same message on my portal. It says I have been accepted but I'm not sure if I should pay the 1,000 yet or wait. I live riverside (100 miles from S.D) and I haven't received my letter either.

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KO_1219 said:
@NanceN That would be a great way in tying both of your backgrounds together!!! Have you completely decided on which program you're going to accept? I know you've gotten several acceptances already ;)

I'm really gearing towards USD.

Samuel Merritt MSN program was my first choice but while I aced the interview...:) I didn't like the overall feel of the place, I didn't feel the "chemistry" during the interview....I didn't like the questions they asked and how they asked it. By the end of the interview process, I just felt that roles and responsibilities of Case Management is not something I can see myself doing in the future.

I've been accepted into all the programs I applied too (MSN/BSN):smug:, but so far USD still feels right for me. You have to take in a lot of things into consideration; the overall feel of the school, the type of program, time and cost, and the people in your cohort. I think it's very important you be able to connect with the people in your cohort because it's two years and you'll be seeing them almost everyday.

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KO_1219 said:
Sav768, are you alluding to the idea that potential employers may raise a brow at you for fast tracking your education by going straight to an MSN versus acquiring a BSN first? If so, I can understand your concern over this. Having a BSN and then an MSN in a sense shows dedication to the field, but I don't think having just an MSN will put as at a huge disadvantage. At the very least, we may be regarded similarly to new grad BSNs when we first start, however, I think we'll have more opportunities with an MSN after a few years of experience. As an employee at a VA Medical Center, I have seen the nursing department hire both new grad BSN and new grad MSN.

I think you should also look at the advantages of having an MSN such as being set up well for pursuing further education (as MSN-DNP programs are faster than BSN-DNP programs) and the ability to teach. I was talking to a nurse educator at the VA, who is currently pursuing her PhD in Nursing Science, and I had asked what her opinion was b/c I have been accepted to both ABSN and MEPN programs. She told me if I already have a BS in a related field, and I've already been accepted to MSN programs, I'd be doing myself somewhat of a disservice to myself especially with regards to time and money. Is your BS in a related field or is it totally different? Moreover, federal loans will not cover another bachelor's degree, and you'll have to pursue private lenders that may have higher and/or variable interest rates.

Hope this was helpful in addressing your concern. If I totally missed the mark, my apologies for the long and drawn out response! lol

Thank you for this!!

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I just got my letter today, and I'm in!!! Was worried that the portal was a mistake but it's real! See u in August!

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I got my letter (or letterS I should say.. I wasn't expecting two!) today! So relieved to know the information on the portal wasn't a joke hahah :nailbiting: I can't wait to meet you all and go through this crazy journey together

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Specializes in Anesthesia.

Just paid my deposit and I'm more excited than ever :up: Can't wait to meet you all!!!

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KO_1219 said:
Just paid my deposit and I'm more excited than ever :up: Can't wait to meet you all!!!

Whooo! Officially committed now!

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I paid my deposit today as well!

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Sav768 said:
I paid my deposit today as well!

Join our FB group!! ?

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