Why did you pick the nursing school you did?

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I haven't picked a school to apply to quite yet but I wanted to know why everyone who was or is in nursing school choose the one they did?

Specializes in acute care.

Reasons I'm attending my BSN program:

-Acceptance. I didn't get into the ABSN program I applied to, and my school was second choice.

-My school accepted me as a NURSING STUDENT even though I didn't have any pre-reqs done. So as long I i kept up a certain GPA, I'm guaranteed a seat in the program. It's not like other schools where you finish pre-reqs then apply to the program.

-Program starts every semester (fall and spring), so if I don't finish pre-reqs by fall semester, I can start in the spring

- VERY IMPORTANT REASON: I already have a bach degree and because of this, my school exempted me from having to take any general education courses. When I got accepted I had 10 pre-reqs to take. I started last summer, and I am now going into my 3rd and last semester of pre-reqs. Then I start clinicals this fall.

This was defintely the quickest way for me to become an RN, because I do not have to go through any waitlists. I decided to pursue nursing in November of 2006, applied to school in the beginning of 2007, started school in the summer of 2007, and will start clinicals in 2008. Perfect.

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I picked the 2 year community college in my town because the closest 4 year program was 2 hours away. I wanted to live with my parents and not work during school, so I wanted to stay local. Plus, I wasn't initially willing to commit to four years.

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Specializes in Med Surg, ER, OR.

Location and cost. Also, because it was very hands on (ADN)

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Honestly--I just read about the school and decided "I'm gonna go there!"

There was no entrance exam or interview--application, letters of recommendation only (I've heard they are now going to interview though).

The location is *poo* from my house--1.5hrs one way.

It is private run though--they pay for most of the schooling--and you "work it off" at their hospital (the rate isn't that bad).

It's alot more expensive than other programs.

It's only 2 years long--one of my biggest concerns--I'm tired of going to school and I just wanted (and still want!) it over as soon as possible.

My MOM--I got a seat in an 11 month LPN program 20 minutes from home--but my Mom wanted me to go ahead to the RN--I've learned that most of the time she's right, even when I think she's wrong--one day after all this is over, I'm sure I will thank her--as I do for nearly everything else she tells me.

Good luck choosing your school!

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I picked three different schools and basically I interviewed them. Then found one that I felt that the staff was really there for me. They worked with my hours! Plus they showed me everything I needed to know about the school. I felt like a person not a number. It was so nice I have to drive an hour to get there but I think it will be worth it. Good luck .

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Cardiac.

1. NCLEX pass rate

2. Cost

I was lucky to get admitted to two diploma programs with similar NCLEX pass rates about the same distance from my house. I chose the one I'm in because they had a Loan Forgiveness Program, even though I kind of preferred the other because of its smaller class size. But $18,000 is a lot of money!

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Specializes in Med/Surg, LTC/Geriatric.

I had 2 options for my 12 month LPN program in my city. One private college with a poor reputation and a $21,000 :eek: :eek: tuition fee. One public community college with a great reputation and a $6,000 tuition, books and fees included.

Same distance away from my house (20 min drive)

Any guess which one I picked ;)

Although the pre requisites for my school were much tougher than the private college, I worked my butt off for high marks because I was NOT going to go to the private college. No way.

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Specializes in ICU.
Time & money.

I have a previous BS in Business and it was suggested by a friend who's a nurse and who I've known for 30+ years that I do this the quickest and cheapest way possible. I was well qualified to enter accelerated BSN programs, but honestly, at this point in my life, did not want to be all-consumed by my education while in school (Ha!! Little did I know!!). Additionally, I still owe on that BS from my former life and wasn't interested in adding to it.

My ADN from the local CC will have me graduated with no added loans and the ability to get the same basic pay as a BSN would've given me. They have a great rep, have had a nursing program for years, and a good pass rate for the NCLEX.

I plan to pursue my BSN and eventually my MSN when I find an employer to help subsidize it!!

FYI-I also have a BS from a former life. I'll be finishing my ADN this May. Just to let you know if you already have a BS and have your ADN, you can go straight for your MSN and skip the BSN part. Severa; scools offer this option here in Texas. You can check around your neck of the woods to see if they have the same.

Really, the only difference between a person with a BS and ADN vs. a person with a BSN, is couple of management classes. We all take the same NCLEX exam.

Good Luck!

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