Wagner College ABSN Fall 2021

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Hello, I have an interview next Monday and was wondering if anyone already had theirs. If so, do you mind sharing your experiences and some general questions that were asked?

Does anyone know how much the ABSN program at Wagner is?

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Hey guys. Current Wagner student here :) Congrats on all those who got accepted, and deep breaths for those still waiting. I was in your exact position last year so I know how grueling the wait can be. I came on here in hopes to be a guide for those just starting out, and happy to answer any questions you may have about the school/program! I will do my best to respond as timely as possible <3

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6 minutes ago, sha17 said:

Hey guys. Current Wagner student here ? Congrats on all those who got accepted, and deep breaths for those still waiting. I was in your exact position last year so I know how grueling the wait can be. I came on here in hopes to be a guide for those just starting out, and happy to answer any questions you may have about the school/program! I will do my best to respond as timely as possible ❤️

Hi! Thank you for reaching out to us ?  How are you liking the program so far? Is it true that you have classes 7 days a week or is that including clinicals on the weekends? 

5 hours ago, lowlow09 said:

Does anyone know how much the ABSN program at Wagner is?

I am not too sure but I heard around 70-80k.

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I am currently halfway through my second semester, so far I really like the program and I think the staff/professors have worked really hard to ensure we are getting the best possible experience given the circumstances with CoVid. It is definitely not 7 days a week with classes, and we have not had any clinicals on the weekends (at least not yet). But it will feel like 10 days a week with the workload. Accelerated nursing programs are no joke, and you will work your butt off. It is definitely VERY demanding, and time consuming but feasible. If you really truly want to do this and are passionate about it, you WILL do it!

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4 minutes ago, sha17 said:

I am currently halfway through my second semester, so far I really like the program and I think the staff/professors have worked really hard to ensure we are getting the best possible experience given the circumstances with CoVid. It is definitely not 7 days a week with classes, and we have not had any clinicals on the weekends (at least not yet). But it will feel like 10 days a week with the workload. Accelerated nursing programs are no joke, and you will work your butt off. It is definitely VERY demanding, and time consuming but feasible. If you really truly want to do this and are passionate about it, you WILL do it!

Thanks for the quick response!! That is really helpful information. So do you still have classes remotely or have they resumed in-person learning? Also, if you commute, do you have trouble getting to and from the campus? I'm coming from south Brooklyn and it seems like a bit of a walk from the bus according to Google maps ?

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14 hours ago, sha17 said:

Hey guys. Current Wagner student here ? Congrats on all those who got accepted, and deep breaths for those still waiting. I was in your exact position last year so I know how grueling the wait can be. I came on here in hopes to be a guide for those just starting out, and happy to answer any questions you may have about the school/program! I will do my best to respond as timely as possible ❤️

OMG thank you for this, I was looking to find current students. I just got accepted and I still do not know if I want to attend mainly because of high tuition. Did the school give a lot of aid? Are scholarships available? Also what do you think has been the hardest with completing ABSN? 

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On 4/1/2021 at 2:27 AM, jaymeoh said:

Just the first exam so far. Got a 92 for two stupid mistakes. Gonna take the second one either tomorrow or fri. How about you? 

I’m thinking to take the first exam when I will be done with my AP exam, was it multiple choice or writing and fill in? Also was the case study module helpful specifically for the exam ?

Congratulations on your acceptance!

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On 4/5/2021 at 9:54 PM, Patricia Pereira said:

Hey Anna! My interview today was like 20 minutes or so. She asked why do I want to be a nurse and why now, how do I handle stress, how do I think a day as a nurse would be. The interviewer was really nice, and it was like an informal conversation. So no worries!

And Congratulations to everyone who got accepted!! ? 

I hope to receive an answer soon!! 

Thank you Patricia!! Do you still take any prerequisites or you are done with everything ( and TEAS as well)? During the interview did they mention any specific deadlines?

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As for the commute, I live in Brooklyn and its really not that bad. I know people who live on the South Shore of Staten Island and it sometimes takes them the same time to get to campus as it does for me coming from Brooklyn. It all depends on the direction of traffic that day, as well as the times you're going to campus of course. So far, we have had Zoom lectures, but all clinicals in person. For me, the zoom lectures aren't that bad, and I personally don't mind being in class from home and getting to stay in my sweats LOL. 

As far as tuition, everyone's financial situation is different, so I can't say since it depends on what you're eligible for. All of us took out private loans, but you also get direct subsidized and unsubdisized federal loans (financial aid will walk you through everything, and I found them to be very helpful). 

As for the hardest thing so far, it is really all about time management. There are some people that kept their jobs and worked full time, and part time through this program, and some that don't and just solely focus on school. I really believe that when it comes to making that decision you need to know what kind of student you are and how much you can handle and juggle at once. 

Hope this helps! ?

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3 hours ago, Anna7 said:

Thank you Patricia!! Do you still take any prerequisites or you are done with everything ( and TEAS as well)? During the interview did they mention any specific deadlines?

I have completed all the prereqs but the TEAS. I will take it this Saturday, tho!! And about the deadlines, she said that I would receive an answer in between 4 to 6 weeks, but it can come earlier.

18 hours ago, sha17 said:

Hey guys. Current Wagner student here ? Congrats on all those who got accepted, and deep breaths for those still waiting. I was in your exact position last year so I know how grueling the wait can be. I came on here in hopes to be a guide for those just starting out, and happy to answer any questions you may have about the school/program! I will do my best to respond as timely as possible ❤️

Thank you so much for this!! I only heard great things about Wagner. My only worry is about the tuition and how the classes and clinicals are going with Covid. I am glad to hear that you are enjoying the program so far tho!! Thanks again!!

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4 hours ago, Anna7 said:

I’m thinking to take the first exam when I will be done with my AP exam, was it multiple choice or writing and fill in? Also was the case study module helpful specifically for the exam ?

Congratulations on your acceptance!

It was like 4-5 MC, couple true or false where if it was false you had to say why it was false, and rest were fill in. There was a question similar to the case study that was like what would you tell this man to change his diet iirc. But the fill ins were mainly like the quiz before the case study. Like one question was differentiate appetite and hunger. 

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Did anyone receive a financial aid package from the school yet? I'm just waiting on that before I put in the deposit...

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