UT Austin Alternate Entry MSN program

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Has anyone here applied or have been accepted into the UT Austin Alternate Entry MSN program, and if so can you share your experiences?

Hi NAM123~ I am actually wrapping up a BSN degree, will be done in 48 days (but who's counting?). I opted for the second degree Accelerated BSN program with Tech and I am so happy I did. The program is very intense, but I feel confident that I am ready to be a novice nurse. Nursing is unique because no matter how long you have in Nursing school, most people don't have a great grasp until they are in a clinical setting. It's hard for me to describe, but you will be given a TON of information and your brain has sorted and filed it...then you are in a clinical situation where you tie it all together. No many how times you read about what to expect with a PE, shock, dysrhythmias or any disease process- it really makes sense as you see it in person. The clinical portion definitely supports and enhances your learning. As far as fast track, I don't think it is for everyone. Some people need more time to reinforce their studies and others can get grasp the concepts quickly. In order to be successful in a fast tracked program, you must be organized and dedicated. I have missed out on numerous event for my kids, missed family get togethers and had NO social time. But...it was just 1 year of my life. I have had to make sure any spare time was quality time spent with my kids and husband. But, we are all counting the days at this point - I will not lie and say it has been easy on any of us.

AS far as GRE...I know UT was requiring the GRE but I heard less and less colleges are requiring it, so who knows what the case will be when we are ready for that route. I will probably stick with Tech, they have a similar satellite NP program. I want to take a little time off of school and then I will start seeking my NP license - which may take 5 years since I plan to work full time.

Good luck on your journey to becoming a nurse...keep in touch!

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Hi again,

Thank you so much for your thought... yea alot of people told me to do fast track since it will be just 1 year but i dont know if i should because there is so much information. I am so confused and dont know what to do...

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