Who attends Cy-Fair College?

atrice, BSN, RN · Jul 8, 2006

I will be starting the ADN program @ Montgomery College this August which is part of the NHMCCD colleges. The only difference i know about is that Cy fair has a block curriculum (eg.- they teach geriatrics one semester, next semester obstetrics.....). Montgomery teaches an integrated curriculum (eg.- ob, geriatrics, peds, med-surg are all combined throughout the two yr. program). I don't know about Cy fair, but Montgomery's adn program is fairly new (about 3 yrs old)....they were accredited under North Harris but have now gained full accreditation. The NCLEX pass rate for the last two yrs. has ranged from 93-97%. I was nervous about being accepted at such a new program but Montgomery college has had the LVN and some other med program for years and has always upheld high standards and pass rates.

I think that all of the NHMCCD have the HESI testing that is a must. At Montgomery we had to take the hesi entrance and then every semester we have to pass each hesi in order to progress to the next level in the program. During the last semester (4th) we have to pass the hesi exit exam in order to pass, graduate from the program, and sit & take the NCLEX. I hope i have helped you in some way....Good luck w/ your decision.

Veronica82 · Jul 8, 2006

Since I live a street away from Cy-Fair College it would be my first choice. I just want to know the passing rate for their program. I read about the other colleges but not this one. My second choice would be Tomball College then North Harris College. I'll talk to a counselor like I said next week and they'll probably answer all the questions I have. Thank you.

foreveryoung · Jul 10, 2006

I DO!! The first thing I would say to you is get over the distance thing. I attend with many people that live in Spring, Katy, Magnolia, Sugar Land, etc. We all travel, and you'll have to when it comes time for clinical anyway. I too thought like you, that I would prefer to go to a closer school. I know now that isn't the case. The most important thing would be to talk to other students-like you're doing here. I would find someone from Tomball, Norht Harris, etc and compare their experiences to one another. I wouldn't suggest HCC-no offense to any HCCers out there-it's just that I wouldn't suggest it if you want to be ready to practice when you graduate. I hear they're about to lose their license anyway. About Cyfair, the instructors are all a major part of the formation of the program, and I think are all finally able to do what it is they've always wanted to do-right or wrong. I have friends at NH, Tomball, and UT-and after knowing what I know I wouldn't suggest Cyfair to anyone. MAybe I'll feel differently later down the road. But my best friend was following behind me by a year, and I told her to apply for Tomball instead. First of all, our grading scale is different than ANYONE elses-100-93 is an A, 92-83 is a B, and 82-75 is a C, all lower fails! We also have pass or fail practicums you get 2 chances, if you fail, you're out of the program. Our math tests are miss one, get 1 more chance to retake, on your retake miss more than one you're out of the program! It seems to me that in the other programs there is more room for improvement, vs automatic drop. Right now I am up studying for a test, and writing a care plan, both of which we have due every Mon this summer! Tomball students have the whole summer off! I'm sorry if I sound bitter, but our whole class right now is a little frustrated with the lecturing style of class, and no guidance to how to learn to "critical thinking". Our tests are no longer what you know, it's applying what you know. And that couldn't be better understood until you're in it. I'll tell you this our class was 30, we're now 25 and we're only to the 2nd semester. I expect a few more to dwindle off by Aug. We all started out with 4.0, or some maybe worse case scenario had a 3.7-now we're all struggling to get Bs and Cs. I'm not saying that all nursing school isn't hard, I just think that they haven't worked out all the kinks yet for this program. Anyway, that's my 2 cents. I hope that I didn't scare you too much. Let me know if I can help you in any way.

Veronica82 · Jul 11, 2006

I DO!! The first thing I would say to you is get over the distance thing. I attend with many people that live in Spring, Katy, Magnolia, Sugar Land, etc. We all travel, and you'll have to when it comes time for clinical anyway. I too thought like you, that I would prefer to go to a closer school. I know now that isn't the case. The most important thing would be to talk to other students-like you're doing here. I would find someone from Tomball, Norht Harris, etc and compare their experiences to one another. I wouldn't suggest HCC-no offense to any HCCers out there-it's just that I wouldn't suggest it if you want to be ready to practice when you graduate. I hear they're about to lose their license anyway. About Cyfair, the instructors are all a major part of the formation of the program, and I think are all finally able to do what it is they've always wanted to do-right or wrong. I have friends at NH, Tomball, and UT-and after knowing what I know I wouldn't suggest Cyfair to anyone. MAybe I'll feel differently later down the road. But my best friend was following behind me by a year, and I told her to apply for Tomball instead. First of all, our grading scale is different than ANYONE elses-100-93 is an A, 92-83 is a B, and 82-75 is a C, all lower fails! We also have pass or fail practicums you get 2 chances, if you fail, you're out of the program. Our math tests are miss one, get 1 more chance to retake, on your retake miss more than one you're out of the program! It seems to me that in the other programs there is more room for improvement, vs automatic drop. Right now I am up studying for a test, and writing a care plan, both of which we have due every Mon this summer! Tomball students have the whole summer off! I'm sorry if I sound bitter, but our whole class right now is a little frustrated with the lecturing style of class, and no guidance to how to learn to "critical thinking". Our tests are no longer what you know, it's applying what you know. And that couldn't be better understood until you're in it. I'll tell you this our class was 30, we're now 25 and we're only to the 2nd semester. I expect a few more to dwindle off by Aug. We all started out with 4.0, or some maybe worse case scenario had a 3.7-now we're all struggling to get Bs and Cs. I'm not saying that all nursing school isn't hard, I just think that they haven't worked out all the kinks yet for this program. Anyway, that's my 2 cents. I hope that I didn't scare you too much. Let me know if I can help you in any way.

Thank you so much for your advice. The thing is that I will be done with my pre-reqs in December and I don't want to wait another year so I can apply for nursing program at Tomball and North Harris since their program only starts in the fall and at Cy-Fair you can apply for the Fall and Spring. Can you tell me more about the practicums and the math tests you have to pass?

foreveryoung · Jul 15, 2006

Why don't you give me your email and I will email you...

texancanadian · Jul 15, 2006

Also if anyone knows what Cy Fair closed at for admission for Fall 06 please share.

There is also an issue with the application form on their website for Spring 07.

foreveryoung · Jul 15, 2006

I take that back, PM me instead-I just don't know how...I know reg closed 6/26 for fall. They only extended the deadline, b/c they had the fall newly added, and wanted to get more applicants. About the Spring link, keep trying. With the deadline for fall being extended, and all the nursing school staff working reduced hours this summer, it was probably just not fixed yet. Really and truly, just make sure that you are 100% ready for this. It's like nothing you've ever done, and you have to be totally ready to commit 100% of your life to it. "I never realized that it would be this hard" is the mantra of our entire class-a class where a 3.7 got you an alternate position, not an acceptance letter! Get your life in order, arrange to not have to work, plan on going to the library everday after class to reread what you have already read before class, and then gone over and taken notes on in class. Make sure your support system is in place to keep you on track and totally behind you. If you have all of this and are really ready, then it's time. Without all of these in place, or if you are in a state of denial (I was) you will struggle, be miserable, and worse may not make it. The first semester focus is skills. Hopefully some honest words from someone that's been there will better prepare you, and save ou my heartache. I was a little bitter the other day, but I do still believe that we are held to an even higher standard than other schools, so just know that-it has it's merits and it's downfalls...GOOD LUCK!!

asanchez86 · Jul 20, 2006

I attend Cy-Fair college, and I happen to disagree with foreveryoung. I think that it is an excellent program with state-of-the-art equipment and a wonderful faculty. While it is fairly new, the curriculum was designed by veteran nurses who have years of experience in the field. I feel that the knowledge and experience they bring to the table is an awesome asset. While the grading scale is higher, I believe that it should not hinder a prospective student. Nursing school is tough, and I believe that Cy-Fair students are more than prepared to take the board exam. In fact, I truly do believe that an employer will hire a Cy-Fair student over a student from another program. Although new, the program already has an excellent reputation in the many hospitals where we do clinicals. The instructors are always getting compliments and I've been told that some of the directors have said that they would hire a Cy-Fair student in an instant.

Overall, I think we are well prepared, well taught, and more than ready to enter the workforce after graduation. It is truly an honor and a privilege to be a part of such a wonderful program. Now, I'm not saying that I never struggle or get a bad grade, but I feel that it is all to prepare me for being an RN.

m4rtin · Jul 20, 2006

I DO!! The first thing I would say to you is get over the distance thing. I attend with many people that live in Spring, Katy, Magnolia, Sugar Land, etc. We all travel, and you'll have to when it comes time for clinical anyway. I too thought like you, that I would prefer to go to a closer school. I know now that isn't the case. The most important thing would be to talk to other students-like you're doing here. I would find someone from Tomball, Norht Harris, etc and compare their experiences to one another. I wouldn't suggest HCC-no offense to any HCCers out there-it's just that I wouldn't suggest it if you want to be ready to practice when you graduate. I hear they're about to lose their license anyway. About Cyfair, the instructors are all a major part of the formation of the program, and I think are all finally able to do what it is they've always wanted to do-right or wrong. I have friends at NH, Tomball, and UT-and after knowing what I know I wouldn't suggest Cyfair to anyone. MAybe I'll feel differently later down the road. But my best friend was following behind me by a year, and I told her to apply for Tomball instead. First of all, our grading scale is different than ANYONE elses-100-93 is an A, 92-83 is a B, and 82-75 is a C, all lower fails! We also have pass or fail practicums you get 2 chances, if you fail, you're out of the program. Our math tests are miss one, get 1 more chance to retake, on your retake miss more than one you're out of the program! It seems to me that in the other programs there is more room for improvement, vs automatic drop. Right now I am up studying for a test, and writing a care plan, both of which we have due every Mon this summer! Tomball students have the whole summer off! I'm sorry if I sound bitter, but our whole class right now is a little frustrated with the lecturing style of class, and no guidance to how to learn to "critical thinking". Our tests are no longer what you know, it's applying what you know. And that couldn't be better understood until you're in it. I'll tell you this our class was 30, we're now 25 and we're only to the 2nd semester. I expect a few more to dwindle off by Aug. We all started out with 4.0, or some maybe worse case scenario had a 3.7-now we're all struggling to get Bs and Cs. I'm not saying that all nursing school isn't hard, I just think that they haven't worked out all the kinks yet for this program. Anyway, that's my 2 cents. I hope that I didn't scare you too much. Let me know if I can help you in any way.

wow, where did you hear this? I graduated last may and took my board in june and got a job after I got my results. I currently work in the ER in the medical center and I just want to clarify that the teachings in HCC is great, I can't say that it is perfect, but no other school out there is perfect. It's good that you love your school, but no offense, when was the last time you went to school at HCC coleman? Do you know how they teach? Did you graduate from HCC and started working? Did you talk to BNE and discussed with them the status of HCC's teaching license? If not, then you wouldn't really know, so please stop the bashing of other schools. Since i've registered on this board, i've never talked sh|T about other schools, if I had the chance to, I would promote each and every single one of them. I wish I could pull up the current passing rates of HCC grads on BNE, but I can't find it, I do believe that we currently have a 100% passing rate for this spring, I could be wrong.

texancanadian · Jul 21, 2006

Hi,

I am planning on applying to Cy Fair for Spring 07. I am also planning to go out of the country in December. Can someone please tell me aprox when we will get the admission decision letters ? How do you confirm admission ?Also when do they have orientation (Im guessing in early Jan). Im not looking for exact dates, but aprox dates will be helpful in planning my trip and making sure Im back on time.

Thanks

cad4296 · Jul 21, 2006

Nursing school is tough, and I believe that Cy-Fair students are more than prepared to take the board exam. In fact, I truly do believe that an employer will hire a Cy-Fair student over a student from HCC or another program.

Wow that's a bold statement. I'm sorry but I beleive an RN is an RN, not a Cy-Fair RN, HCC RN, UT RN, so on. Everyone has to pass the same boards so how can you honestly sit there and say one program is better than another? Any program that can prepare you well enough to pass boards and be a safe practicing nurse is successful in my opinion. I'm not a student in any of the programs yet so my lowly opinion may not mean much, but I can honestly say that I don't know FIRSTHAND about each program because I haven't physically been in each program. I think the same is true for you. How can you say anything about any program other than the one you physically attend? All you can rely on is your outside opinion and hearsay, which is not a reliable source. You would never believe something in nursing to be true without getting the knowledge yourself, so why would you do that with the programs? :uhoh3: Like my philosophy teacher says "people who *think* they know everything are the most dangerous"