Being successful in nursing school goes beyond passing tests and showing up for labs. At Utica College’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, your success is determined not only by your academic performance, but also your character and determination to become the best nurse you can be. With that extra work comes reward….
It is a common question, and if you’ve thought about a nursing degree you’ve probably asked yourself, “How hard is accelerated nursing school?” There are many factors and variables that go into a student’s nursing education and there are many opinions on the subject. The truth is, an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)…
We’ve talked to many of our accelerated nursing students and they all agree – clinical rotations are their favorite part. What exactly do students do in clinicals? The short answer is that they shadow a nurse. The long answer is that they put into practice everything they’ve learned online and in the nursing simulation lab….
You’ve worked hard for your biology degree – you’ve made it through all the required classes: chemistry (including organic), physics, biochemistry, mathematics, and so on. You understand that your degree is destined to build an excellent foundation for a rewarding career. But, what happens if you don’t see yourself going to medical school or practicing…
So you’ve started your bachelor’s degree, or maybe even finished it… but now you realize nursing is what you’d really love to do. That’s awesome! Figuring out your passion is not always easy, but where do you go from here? Choosing the right nursing school is a great place to start and doesn’t have to…
Congratulations! You have successfully completed your prerequisite classes and now you are on your way to becoming an official accelerated nursing student. While it is an exciting time, it can also be very nerve-racking. It is a big step toward a new career, so there are still a lot of unknowns about what to expect…
Going back to school to change careers is a major, life-altering decision, especially when relocation is involved. And, with countless students sitting idle on nursing school waitlists in their home states, it’s becoming more and more common for qualified applicants to relocate to earn a BSN degree. Take our Accelerated BSN program in New York…
Those who seriously consider changing careers to nursing knows that nursing school is not for the weak, especially if you are going through a 16-month, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, you are in for a tough journey. Choosing a nursing program that provides support throughout your education, from your accelerated BSN prerequisites until you take…
You know you’re ready. You’re nervous, you’re anxious, and you’re a little bit scared – but you’re ready to change careers to nursing. But it’s a big change, and a little reassurance wouldn’t hurt, right? Here are the top three reasons why now is the perfect time to “start over” with nursing. 1. Nurses have…
When you begin your nursing school journey, it’s important to consider whether you are willing to relocate in order to attend the right nursing school. Depending on where you currently live, you might find that the nursing schools around you have a long waitlist, have insurmountable admissions requirements or are very competitive, or are simply…
