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ABSN ROAD MAP From Advising to Application: Everything You Need to Know About Applying to the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Program at Roseman University • Evaluating your eligibility • Completing your prerequisites • Taking the TEAS • Navigating financial aid • Applying for admission • Relocating to Las Vegas • Getting started! ABSN ROADMAP You’ve made a great choice to pursue a BSN degree! • Qualify for any entry-level RN position • Meet employer demand for nurses with a bachelor’s degree • Increase your salary potential Delete text and place photo here Delete text and place photo here Evaluating Your Eligibility To be eligible to apply to Roseman’s ABSN program, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field from a regionally accredited U.S college or university • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 scale in the most recent 60 units of undergraduate coursework • Advisor meeting to review transcripts and develop an academic plan • Completion of prerequisite courses • Passing score on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) ABSN ROADMAP Evaluating Your Eligibility If you don’t have a bachelor’s degree: If you’re completing requirements for your first bachelor’s degree, don’t lose heart! Stay in touch with us so we can help you get the maximum benefit out of your coursework This will help you to start the program as quickly as possible after graduation If your first bachelor’s degree was obtained outside of the United States: You’ll need to submit your transcripts for evaluation by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Josef Silney & Associates, Inc (www.jsilny.com) to determine the U.S equivalent of your foreign coursework If English is not your native language: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) may be required Did You Know? The average GPA of students offered admission is 3.3 The average overall TEAS score between our Nevada and Utah campuses is 80% ABSN ROADMAP Evaluating your eligibility The best way to evaluate your eligibility is to talk to an advisor During this time, we’ll five things: To schedule time with an ABSN advisor, call us: • Explain the components of the program in more detail, including online didactic (theory) courses, lab simulations and clinical experiences throughout Southern Nevada • Review copies of your unofficial transcripts to see how much of your existing education can be applied to the program • Create a plan for completing any outstanding prerequisites • Point you in the right direction when it comes to the TEAS, financial aid and other parts of the admissions process • Answer any questions you have that we didn’t cover 866.892.2928 Appointments can happen on the phone or in person and usually last about an hour ABSN ROADMAP Completing your prerequisites The majority of our ABSN applicants need to take one or more nursing prerequisites as part of the admissions process For those who don’t have a healthcare background, taking prerequisites can give you a solid foundation in the sciences and help you start the program with confidence The following six prereqs must be completed with a grade of C or better: Chemistry/Biochemistry with Lab (4 semester units) Human Physiology with Lab (4 semester units) Human Anatomy with Lab (4 semester units) Microbiology with Lab (4 semester units) Statistics (3 semester units) United States and Nevada Constitution (3 semester units; does NOT need to be completed prior to program start) Your admissions advisor will let you know which prerequisites you need to take to complete your application ABSN ROADMAP Completing your prerequisites At Roseman, we don’t offer prerequisite courses directly, but we work with you to identify colleges and universities where we accept credit Roseman has a partnership with Marian University in Indianapolis, where of the prerequisites are available online in an 8-week, accelerated format through Marian’s Adult Programs (MAP) MAP courses are a great way to become familiar with online learning Marian’s School of Nursing is accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Other options for completing prerequisites include community colleges in your area Your admissions advisor can provide more information on prerequisites and help you identify the best way to fulfill these requirements ABSN ROADMAP Taking the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) What is the TEAS? The TEAS is used by colleges to determine a person’s readiness for nursing school The test is multiple choice and covers reading, math, science and English/language use It must be completed in three and a half hours Version V is required Where can I take the TEAS? If you live in the Las Vegas area, you can take it at Roseman University! We’re a TEAS testing center in Nevada Your advisor can tell you more If you live out of state, visit www.atitesting.com or http://candidate.psiexams.com to identify a testing center in your area How I pass? At Roseman, the minimum overall TEAS score is 58.7% The TEAS may not be taken more than times per calendar year, and a minimum of weeks must pass between each attempt Does a passing score guarantee admission? Roseman’s application process is competitive; meeting the minimum TEAS requirements does not guarantee an interview or acceptance into the program ABSN ROADMAP Taking the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) There’s no magic number Each nursing school that requires the TEAS has its own scoring requirements, and those can change over time Your goal should be to as well as you possibly can You owe it to yourself and your future career path to give it everything you’ve got You may need more prep time than you think How much time can you dedicate to studying each week? Does it make sense to complete a nursing prerequisite beforehand? Our students typically need around four weeks to prepare, but everyone is different Put together a study schedule and use it as a guide during the registration process You might not pass the first time It’s not uncommon for nursing school applicants to miss the mark the first time around Don’t let this discourage you! If you have any questions about how to prepare, contact your advisor ABSN ROADMAP Taking the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Study essentials: ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS V) Study Manual Buy at www.atitesting.com ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS V) Online Assessments A and B Buy at www.atitesting.com Secrets to the TEAS V Exam Study Guide by Mometrix Media www.mo-media.com/teas TEAS Practice Test and Questions by T&E Solutions, LLC Buy the app on iTunes or for Android Complete TEAS Study Guide by Complete Test Prep Buy the app on iTunes ABSN ROADMAP Navigating financial aid Education is one of the biggest investments of your life We want to make the financial aid process as easy as possible The following tuition rates and fees are for the July 2014, October 2014 and February 2015 cohorts and are subject to change Tuition and fees not reflect the cost of books, uniforms and supplies.” • Total Tuition: $52,620 • Estimated Total Cost of Fees: $5,437 • • Technology Fee: $100 • Nursing Fee: $737 • Graduation Fee: $200 • Medical Insurance (waived with proof of coverage): $1,600 estimated • Laptop Fee (required): Not to exceed $2,400 Total Due: $58,057 Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice upon approval by the Board of Trustees All fees are mandatory for each student and most are non-refundable * A 2% processing fee will be added to all credit card transactions Please note: These fees not include the cost of books, uniforms and supplies You can get more information on these expenses from your advisor ABSN ROADMAP Navigating financial aid Here are three ways you can finance your degree: Scholarships You aren’t limited to nursing – money can be awarded based on a variety of criteria including gender, cultural background, geography, military service and more Start the search early to meet as many of the deadlines as possible The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) mentions a number of student scholarship programs on their website Avoid scholarships that charge a fee; there are plenty of free opportunities out there Federally funded work study In work study programs, the check goes directly to you, and you can use the money however you wish Positions are available at a number of places including Roseman’s main campus, local hospitals, school systems and community organizations Once you’re a student and you’ve confirmed that you’re eligible, you’ll be able to apply ABSN ROADMAP Navigating financial aid Private Loans Private loans are issued directly to you and based on your credit history The funds can be used to cover educational costs including tuition, room and board, books, student travel, lab fees, a computer, etc Before going this route, make sure that you’ve maximized “free money” and federal student loan opportunities; federal loans usually carry lower interest rates We also strongly recommend that you pull copies of your credit report to make sure it’s accurate If it’s not, you’ll need to take the proper steps to get any errors corrected You can get a free copy of your credit report from www.annualcreditreport.com/ The next step might be obtaining your credit score through one of the three major credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian or TransUnion For more news and information on financial aid, visit www.roseman.edu/financial-aid ABSN ROADMAP Applying for admission To complete your application for the Accelerated BSN Program here at Roseman University of Health Sciences The application will be submitted using NursingCAS Please note that the total application fee is $85.00 however, $45.00 is paid to NursingCAS and $40.00 is paid to Roseman (this may be called the “supplemental fee”) You must pay both fees to have your application processed • • • You can apply by visiting: https://portal.nursingcas.org Step by step instructions can be found at: https://portal.nursingcas.org/nursingHelpPages/instructions/additionalinformation/designations Your $40.00 Roseman Application Fee can be paid at: https://rosemanapplication.diamondmindinc.com As a part of the NursingCAS application process, you will be required to input all coursework information for all schools attended and fill out the appropriate transcript request form to have your application and coursework verified Once you are made an offer of admission, you will be required to submit all official transcripts directly to the university’s office of enrollment These officials must go directly from the schools attended, directly to Roseman at: Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Nursing Attn: Nursing Admissions 11 Sunset Way Henderson, NV 89014 (continued) ABSN ROADMAP Applying for admission The university also accepts electronic transcripts sent by email to: bsnadmissions@roseman.edu You will also need to request all TEAS Exam Scores taken within the last 12 months be sent directly to the University as well (unless you took it at a Roseman testing center) You can order these using your ATI login information and releasing them through the results tab to: Roseman University ABSN Contact the College of Nursing Admissions and Enrollment Office: 702.968.2075 bsnadmissions@roseman.edu Lastly, once your application has been verified through NursingCAS and processed by the enrollment department, they may email you an invite to an interview that is held here in Henderson, Nevada Interview invites are contingent based upon your Academic Achievement and TEAS scores It is required that all applicants attend the in-person interviews as it is a vital part of Roseman’s application process You can contact your admissions advisor at any point during the admissions process We’re here to help! ABSN ROADMAP Reasons to Attend Nursing School in Las Vegas Delete text and place photo here Delete text and place photo here • At Roseman, there’s no wait list Our BSN program is accredited and state approved • • Cost of living is below the national average • Nevada is one of the top-paying states in the nation for nurses • You can sit for the NCLEX in any state Relocating to Las Vegas The demand for nursing education varies by state and by school More than half of our ABSN students come to the program from out of state due to the accelerated 15-month time frame and the ability to start your degree faster than in nearby states The education you receive in our nursing program qualifies you to take the NCLEX-RN exam in any state, so nursing school is a great time to expand your horizons and become familiar with all that Las Vegas has to offer ABSN ROADMAP Relocating to Las Vegas Here are factors to consider when you’re relocating for nursing school: What I have more of: money or time? If living close to Roseman’s campus is important to you, you might pay more in rent, but you’ll save time getting to and from the skills lab and your exams If you have a strict budget for rent and other living expenses, you’ll have to be more open-minded regarding which side of town you live on Visit Apartments.com or Rentals.com for rental prices in the Las Vegas area Will I have a car? If you don’t have a car, it might be difficult to travel for clinicals You’ll spend time in several healthcare facilities within the program’s 15month time frame, and you’ll be assigned to a variety of shifts If driving is simply not an option, you’ll need to live in an area that has easy access to public transportation When in doubt, you can always talk to your advisor! ABSN ROADMAP Relocating to Las Vegas Am I open to having a roommate? Many of our students choose not to work while they’re a student, so taking on a roommate can make the financial aspect of moving more manageable Once you’re admitted to the program, you can search Roseman’s student roommate database to meet other people in your same situation The sooner you’re able to submit your ABSN application, the sooner an admissions decision can be made, allowing you to get a head start on your search Wondering if you can work while you’re in nursing school? You’re not the only one Visit our blog post on the subject: http://www.rosemannursing.com/can-you-workin-an-accelerated-nursing-program/ When in doubt, you can always talk to your advisor! ABSN ROADMAP Getting started! Are you ready to talk to us about earning your BSN? We can’t wait to hear from you With start dates in February, July and October, it’s always a great time to get started Make your advising appointment today! 866.892.2928 RosemanNursing.com Connect with us: Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Google+ | YouTube