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When I first started searching for ABSN programs, I read a lot of terrible reviews about Olivet. I won't lie. However, most of the reviews you see online are from people who have failed out and/or are ticked off, right? I thought maybe that was the case. So, I decided to get on LinkedIn and reach out to some people who had actually graduated from the program. After 2 phone calls, I was hearing many of the same things. Yes, it's SOOOOOOOO hard. Yes, it sometimes sucks. Yes, it can be annoying. No,... Read More they aren't going to hold your hand and baby you. But overall, these people had gotten through and recommended it. I agree with some of the comment above. It is very challenging. No one who works full time is making it through at the moment. It is what it is. Yes, some people drive far for clinical rotations. Yes, it's very expensive. That's all true. However, a LOT of things have changed in the program (from what I hear from other students who came before me). There are some new systems in place that allow for better studying. And genuinely, the teachers I have all care SO MUCH about every single student. Honestly, they do. I personally came to Olivet because it was close to home and because my GPA was a tad lower than most schools wanted, so I couldn't get into some of my 1st choices. With hard work and commitment, I have been getting almost all A's in this program. They also offer 16 month, 20 month, and I believe like 24 month or 36 month programs so people can spread it out. I am not saying this is the end all be all ABSN program. I have just had a good experience so far. If you want to succeed, realize that they aren't going to hand feed you. They treat you like adults. It's very strict, but I have kids and have had no trouble adhering to the "strict rules" that are in place. I also know that making some study friends in the program is crucial for success. Hope this helps anyone who was looking to sway their opinion 1 way or another.

This program is hard. Very hard. I have a bachelor's degree in biology but this program teaches you how to think VERY differently! You cannot just do what you always have done in other programs. Nursing is different. Think about how you will need to act in the ER. You'll need to know how to think critically and act fast. It's not about memorization - there are several right answers - but you need to figure out what's the right answer for the patient in front of you. Don't try and work, have a life... Read More and do an accelerated program. You get in 16 months what takes 4 years in a traditional program. So it's going to be hard and you won't have a life. Think about it and you'll see that those who are unhappy had unrealistic expectations.

I am loving Herzing and I am confident that this will be where I finish and graduate! I love being able to take easy classes be online and take harder ones in person and get extra help. Herzing is very hands on with a small classroom setting which makes it easy for students to get in touch with teachers and receive one on one help if needed. I would definitely recommend Herzing to any college student out there. The teachers and faculty show a great interest in you and take the time to make sure you... Read More succeed.

I currently take classes at the Indianapolis campus and I love it here! I was told up front what classes transferred, which classes I needed and what the total cost would be. Teachers here really care about you; they don't want us to fail. Some classes are very hard some very easy! It all depends on how much work and time you are willing to put towards each class. The sim lab is amazing here. We are about to get another high fidelity mannequin that can give birth. They even have a high fidelity baby... Read More mannequin and a nicu. I think they have a total of 6 mock "hospital rooms"which is plenty due to very small class sizes. They make you treat them as real patients and throw every situation at you so you learn a lot! I really like it here :)

As a student at Anderson University, I can say that this school will prepare you for your future. I am only a freshman, and have fallen in love with the rigor of the courses. Some freshman have fallen behind because they were not ready for the transition, while some students are succeeding and taking their courses on full speed. This university cares for its students, without holding their hand. I have not been accepted into the nursing program, due to the fact I am not a sophomore and have not taken... Read More the required courses yet. However, I have began taking nursing courses. They want to make sure you know what you are getting yourself into and know what the field you are studying before you find out you will not love it, when it is too late. Anderson University is student oriented, their academics are rigorous, and manageable. The Kissinger Learning Center was set up to offer students homework help, tutors, study sessions, and study tables for athletes. Students are assigned a first year advisor, until they declare their major. Once they have declared they are then assigned an advisor in their field. We even get a peer mentor and a peer group, in hopes that you will connect with someone and for you to trust your mentor. Anderson University is a great place to attend, it is small, with a big heart so to say. They care, and create a community of support for students. From your peer group, to your advisor, to the professors, to the people you go to class with you start to feel belonging and in a great community. Honestly, you quickly become comfortable and grateful for this school.

I recently finished the BSN program at the Orlando campus. First and foremost, it was challenging and I am proud to say that I have finished. Thankfully, securing a job at a local hospital with a degree from this school is easy. Does the school prepare you for the NCLEX and give you the tools you need to be successful? Yes, it does. On the other hand, you have to have thick skin to attend this program. You need thick skin in general to work in the field of nursing so if you are up for a frustrating... Read More battle this may be the school for you. I started Herzing in 2015 with my prerequisites and entered the nursing program in 2016. Throughout my course of study the program changed. It was frustrating for me because I recommended the school to others and sadly when they entered the program, the things that I had previously stated to them had changed. I kept my head in the game and continued. I finished the program without having to repeat any courses. The program has a hand full of great professors. Some great ones have recently left as well. The program is also full of professors that are actively working on higher degrees. Sounds good, however, you are not a priority to these professors and your work is not graded in real-time (with the exception of 1 or 2). Despite bad reviews, the bad professors remain and the good ones tend to leave. You will get to know who genuinely cares. Some should be car salesmen because of the song and dance they put on. Remember my comment about thick skin. Just smile and make it out of there. Now that I have finished, let's talk about the customer service. The school prides itself on the P.R.I.C.E. of success model. I'm pretty certain that the P stands for professionalism, the R for respect, and the E for engagement. If the students are made to follow this, then why aren't the professors held to the same standards. As a recent graduate, your emails will go unanswered. Where is the assistance with registering for the NCLEX? It is obvious that there are internal issues going on and the students/recent nursing graduates are suffering. Where is the communication? Where is the customer service? Where is this P.R.I.C.E model that is supposedly followed? I am extremely frustrated as I type this review. I wish it could be better but this school has left a bad taste in my mouth. This is not my first rodeo. I have other degrees under my belt. The corporate office needs to seriously look into what is going on at the Orlando campus. The school has a good reputation at the hospitals and the students get jobs afterwards. However, the amount of unprofessionalism that students have to deal with, while paying good money, is not necessary. So, if you are looking for a nursing program that is challenging, always changing, with kind & caring professors mixed with others that should not be employed, that lacks customer service, a school with poor communication and customer service, but a good shot at getting a job upon graduation, this may be the school for you. If you hear of any other nursing programs in the area that promise a smoother transition into the field of nursing, try there first. The school was convenient for me in terms of distance and I worked full-time for most of the program. I feel happy and blessed to have this degree. Now, if I can only get responses to my emails and get registered for the NCLEX I would be happier. I beg of the corporate office to please do customer service training with the employees of the Orlando campus!!! Do I recommend this school to others? Yes, but with strong reservations.

Nevada State College quickly became a strong name in Southern Nevada for nursing. Years back I decided to return to school after my first bachelors from UNLV turned out to not provide many opportunities. I completed pre-read at Nevada State and was accepted into their (now non-existent) accelerated program. Quite an accomplishment considering the number of applicants. Life happened and I had to turn down my spot. It's a shame, because the education of my classmates that completed it was wonderful.... Read More I finally returned a couple years ago to finish what I started. The theory instructors are either amazing or just horrid. Most are on the amazing side. I have loved all of my clinical instructors, which is what has made my time at NSC tolerable. Unfortunetly, the semester I began we also got a new dean. It seems this was the downfall of the school. We now are not welcome in some clinical sites, I believe this has to do with the administration. They are not providing adequate clinical placements, education is lacking, and a sense of student empowerment no longer exists. There is an overwhelming authoritarian presence from the administration regarding everything. Many instructors are unhappy with administration as well. There is a strong clique atmosphere among them and a few are in the 'in crowd' with administration while the others are disregarded just as the students are. Students wrote to the state board regarding the fact that we no longer receive a preceptorship and since that time there has been nothing but punitive actions from administration. Yes, you read that right, we no longer have a preceptorship. How can one graduate as a nurse without this? That's a good question. We were lied to and told no schools in Nevada have them anymore, just spoke to a preceptee from the other state institution, they indeed still have this opportunity. I am very disappointed I was not able to attend this school when it was an amazing learning opportunity. I recommend to anyone to either go to UNLV (that's hard for me to say because I was so unhappy with my last degree from there) or if you have the money go to Roseman. I have personally knowledge from family who recently attended that their program is far superior these days.

This was a hard program to get through. I definitely think the teachers care that you become a great nurse. The clinical instructors however all need to be replaced. A clinical instructor who falls asleep at clinicals should be fired,not given another chance. Teachers should not be hired just because they are friends with management. Financial aid will continuously mess things up over and over. They can't get anything right. If it wasn't for those few teachers that really cared about their students... Read More I wouldn't have become the great nurse that I am today.

Lamar university is a wonderful university for any student to attend. I attended Lamar University from 2007-2011 where I pursued and obtained my bachelor's of science in nursing (BSN). The core classes were well rounded and meaningful. I still remember much of the valuable information I learned from my classes. Nursing school was intense. There's no better word to describe it. It was two and a half years of no life other that school and a little bit of work here and there. I felt very well prepared... Read More to work as an RN by the time I graduated. The program is hard and they are strict. II am proud to be a Lamar University alumni.