• General Questions
• Graduate Program Questions
• RN Program Questions
• Generic Program Questions

GENERAL QUESTIONS
1. What are the approximate expenses in an academic year?
In addition to tuition and fees, other academic year expenses for independent students include medical examination ($400); health insurance ($600-1200); malpractice insurance ($20); uniforms, equipment and other miscellaneous expenses ($300); textbooks/supplies ($500); transportation ($675); housing, food and other.

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Nursing GRADUATE PROGRAM QUESTIONS

Note: please check the Hunter College Graduate Admissions web page for the most up-to-date information: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/graduateadmissions/faq

1. Do you have an BSN/MSN bridge program?

If you are admitted into our RN Pathway program, you may qualify for accelerated admission into the Graduate program, please see Dr. Nokes (Director of the Graduate Program – knokes@hunter.cuny.edu) for specifics.

2. If I have a masters in another field can I use those credits toward a masters in nursing?

A BSN is required for admission into the graduate nursing program.  If you have a masters in a non-nursing area, some credits may be transferred.

3. How long is your masters program?
Most students study part-time and take an average of 3.5 years to complete the program.  Courses are offered late afternoon and early evening – usually 4 to 6 PM and 6 to 8 PM.  We try to arrange the schedule so you only have to come to school one day/week – at least in the beginning of your course of study.  Clinical hours vary by curriculum of study but range from 500 to 630 hours and are a component of your specialization courses.

4. Do you have a masters program in the family nurse practitioner tract?
No.

5. Do you have an advance certificate program in family, adult, pediatric or gerontological nurse practitioner programs?
We currently offer advance certificates in the psychiatric nurse practitioner and nursing education curricula.  A masters in nursing is required for admission into either of those certificate programs.

6. Do you have a nursing administration program?
Yes.  This is a dual-degree program offered through Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing and Baruch College.  You must complete both the Masters in Nursing Administration and the Masters in Public Administration.

7. Can I be placed in clinical settings of my choice?
Clinical placements are in agencies throughout the greater NY area.  We can only place students in agencies with active contracts.  That contract list is available to you and we have more than 150 active contracts.  Express your preference early in your course of study since it takes at least one year to negotiate a contract.  The course faculty will determine if the placement and preceptor meets the objective of the specific clinical course.  Do not contact preceptors or agencies directly.  All placements must be made through the Clinical Coordinator.  Each agency has specific requirements.

8. Do you have summer courses in nursing? What hours and days are your classes?
We offer electives courses over the summer.  Courses are scheduled two days/week – either Monday/Wed OR Tuesday/Thursday, 4:00-7:00 p.m. or 5:00-8:00 pm during Summer Session I.

9. Do you have parking availability?
None provided by the school.  NYC parking garages are plentiful in the area but expensive.

10. How do we know if we are accepted into the program once we apply?
Formal letters are sent by Graduate Admissions.  If you are unclear whether you were accepted or a condition, feel free to email the Graduate Director (knokes@hunter.cuny.edu).  You will receive written notification and an additional letter from the School of Nursing with registration procedures.  We strongly suggest that you meet with the Graduate Director and/or Specialization Coordinator every semester to ensure that your program of study meets your needs and the educational requirements.  Often, you will need permission to register for a course and that permission can only be inputted by the Director of the Graduate Program or Specialization Coordinator.  Advisement hours are posted approximately three weeks before registration periods.  We will also communicate with you via email using your Hunter email and/or the email that you have given us.  Faculty also keep weekly advisement hours that are posted but appointments are usually a good idea.

11. What are the requirements for getting into the graduate program?
NYS nursing license, BSN degree, GPA of 3.0 and above, and for NP programs, 2 years experience in the field of interest.  If your undergraduate GPA is under 3.0, we may invite you to study as a non-matriculated student for up to 12 credits and then apply for matriculation if your graduate GPA is above 3.0.  You also need an undergraduate statistics course which you can take at any accredited university including on-line courses.

12. Do you have scholarships?

We usually have Federal government Traineeship grants available to cover cost of tuition for full-time and/or graduating students.  Other scholarships require completion of a financial need application form.

13. Is there a dual degree program other than in nursing administration?
Yes. There is also a dual-degree program in community/public health.  However, the community/public health nursing program can be completed alone for 42 credits and the dual degree requires 57 credits.

14. Do I have to take the GRE for admission into the nursing program?

You have to take the GRE for either of the dual degree programs – Nursing Administration/Masters in Public Administration or if you choose Community/Public Health Nursing/Urban Public Health.

15. When are you having a recruitment event?
Next event is September 16, 2009 from 6 to 7:30 PM.  There will be a formal program and you will be able to meet with the Specialization Coordinator, Graduate Director, and Dean so please arrange your schedule to stay for the full time.  Light refreshments will be served.

16. Can the Graduate Admissions application be downloaded?

Yes, here is the link: Hunter College: Prospective Students

17. Do I have to take the TOEFL exam?

Please check Graduate Admissions web site for details.

18. Can I take an Independent Study course?

Yes, if you have worked out a plan with a specific nursing faculty and have consulted with your Specialization Coordinator.

19. Are there policies about withdrawing from a course?

Yes, please consult the Graduate catalogue but you must complete a form to formally withdraw or the grade will be recorded as a WU which turns into a F.

20.  What if I am accepted and want to defer admission to another semester.

You must contact Graduate Admissions – Ms. Milena Solo – is an excellent contact.

21. More questions???? 

Email Dr. Nokes at knokes@hunter.cuny.edu

Thank you for your interest in our graduate nursing program. 

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RN PATHWAY PROGRAM QUESTIONS

1. What is the difference between the RN Pathway and the Generic Pathway Programs?
The RN Pathway program is only open to those who have a completed an Associate's Degree in Nursing and have a NY State RN License. All others must apply to the Generic Pathway.

New graduates from Associate Degree nursing programs have 6 months to successfully take the NCLEX RN and can take courses in the interim.

2. When do I apply to the RN Pathway program?
For Fall admittance, the deadline is February 1st. For Spring admittance, the deadline is October 1st.

• What are the required courses for entrance into the RN Pathway?
  The are listed befiefly below. Check under the RN Pathway program link for specific information.
  •English Composition (ENG 120)
  •Introductory Statistics (STAT 113)
  •General & Human Development Psychology (PSYCH 100, 150)
  •General Chemisty w/ Lab (CHEM 100, 101)

As well as:

• Include a copy of your NY State RN license in the application package
   
• You must have completed the equivalent of 36 credits in liberal arts and 24 credits in nursing and have a minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
   
• Once the admissions office has reviewed your application materials, they will contact you via letter to let you know if you have been accepted to Hunter, which semester you may begin, provide a transfer evaluation of your credits, and will invite you to a transfer orientation session for people interested in the RN pathway.
   
• If I did not graduate with an Associate’s Degree from a CUNY School, what else do I need to apply?

If you do not have an Associates in Nursing from a CUNY school, you must complete all of the above and also MUST take the Regents College Examinations (RCE's) in Adult Nursing, Maternal and Child Nursing, and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing at the Baccalaureate level.  A grade of "C" or better is acceptable.  This exam is administered by Excelsior College, and you can contact them at 1-888-647-2388. 

• I work as an RN.  May I attend this program part-time while I work?

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GENERIC PROGRAM QUESTIONS

1. When do I apply to the School of Nursing?
After being admitted to Hunter College for a minimum of one semester as an Undergraduate Matriculated (Degree Seeking) student, and completing your prerequisite courses and your GPA is above 3.0, you are eligible to register for the NLN exam and apply to the program before March 1st of every year. You must also file a separate application for the Nursing program, due March 1, once these requirements are met. You must also have a minimum of 60 credits completed before you begin the Upper division courses.  You may get the application online at: www.cuny.edu/apply.  You must turn in the application to the Admissions Office at Hunter College North Building, room 203 prior to the deadline. 

2. What are the required courses for entrance to the Generic Pathway program?
They are listed briefly below and must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Check under the Generic Program Required Courses link for specific information about the courses, credit hours and prerequisites.
• Anatomy & Physiology I & II  (BIOL 120, BIOL 122)
• Microbiology (BIOL 230)
• General & Organic Chemistry w/ Labs (CHEM 100, 101, 120, 121)
• General & Human Developmental Psychology (PSYCH 100, PSYCH 150)
• English Composition (ENG 120)
• Introductory Statistics (STAT 113)

3. How is my GPA calculated?
Applicants that have started at Hunter as freshmen use their cumulative GPA, transfer and foreign students use their cumulative GPA from all schools attended as well as their present Hunter College cumulative GPA.

4. What if I don't get into the program on my first try?
All students are able to stay at Hunter and reapply to the program the following year when they built on to their cumulative GPA.  Please keep in mind that no one is guaranteed a seat in our Nursing Program.

5. What are my options if Hunter's Nursing program does not accept me?
There are many schools that offer a Bachelor Degree in Nursing, and many of our advisors will be willing to help you find a school to transfer to.

6. How many credits is the program?
54 credits.

7. How long is the program?
2 years on a mandatory full-time, day time basis.

8. Can I transfer credits?
Yes, you may transfer credits into Hunter College to help towards Nursing, but no prior Nursing credits are transferable into the program. Check under the Generic Program Transferring Credits link for more information.

9. What kind of degree will I receive?
A Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.

10. Can I become an RN?
Yes, once you have completed the degree. Explore the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing RN Program on this website for more information.

11. How do I find information on tuition, fees and financial aid?
Please refer to the following web pages:

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