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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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GRADUATE PROGRAM QUESTIONS
1. Do you have an BSN/MSN bridge program?
No, you must have BSN in order to apply for the masters program.
2. If I have a masters in another field can I use those credits toward a masters in nursing?
If you are a nurse, some credits may be applied. If you are not a nurse, no. This must be referred to the specialization coordinator of program choice.
3. How long is your masters program?
2-5 years depending on the program of choice and whether you go full-time or part-time.
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 have advance certificate programs in psychiatric and nursing education.
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.
7. Can I do my clinical in the borough that I live only?
Clinicals are assigned by the specialization coordinator of the program of choice. We have contracts throughout the boroughs and would try to accommodate you.
8. Do you have summer courses in nursing? What hours and days are your classes?
We do have summer courses in nursing, for the first time starting Summer 2008. Courses are scheduled Tuesday/Thursday, 4:00-7:00 p.m. or 5:00-8:00 pm.
9. Do you have parking availability?
None provided by the school. NYC parking garages are plentiful in the area.
10. How do we know if we are accepted into the program once we apply?
Once applications are reviewed by the Admission department, you will receive written notification, and an additional letter advising you of registration dates from the graduate nursing dept.
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.
12. If I have a masters in one field of nursing at Hunter, can I get another masters in another specialization of nursing at Hunter upon completion of the previous degree?
Must get advisement from specialization coordinator of program choice and/or director of graduate nursing program.
13. Is there a dual degree program other than in nursing administration?
Yes. There is also a dual-degree program in community/public health.
14. What field is most successful in terms of finding employment upon completion of degree?
Inquiry should be directed to the specialization coordinator of program of choice, and/or Director of the graduate nursing program.
15. When are you having an open house?
Next open house is TBD.
16. Can the Graduate Admissions application be downloaded?
Yes, here is the link:Hunter College :: Prospective Students
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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?
Yes, Part-time status is allowed in the RN Pathway only. Please meet with a faculty advisor once admitted to the program to create a schedule that works for you. Nursing courses are scheduled on Thursday.
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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:
http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/finaid/
http://registrar.hunter.cuny.edu
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