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GENERAL INFORMATION - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN) AND AN ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (ASN)?
The ASN program can be completed in two years, while a BSN degree can be completed in four. Graduates of both types of programs must pass the NCLEX-RN© (the licensure examination to become an R.N.) and will have similar job opportunities right after graduation. Graduates of both programs are prepared for entry-level positions. One difference is that over time, the BSN offers more advancement opportunities than an ASN. There are some positions, such as management and administration, in hospitals and other health care agencies that are only open to nurses with a BSN. The BSN is required to progress to a graduate program in nursing.
2. WHAT CAN I DO TO MAKE SURE MY APPLICATION PROCESS GOES SMOOTHLY?
1. Read the admission packet carefully.
2. Follow all directions – don’t make errors that will make your application invalid.
3. Meet all deadlines – late application will either be held until second admission process or not considered..
4. Make sure application is complete – if not complete, application will be not be considered.
5. If admission is offered, be sure to reply by the deadline or your spot will be forfeited.
3. CAN I APPLY CREDITS EARNED AT ANOTHER SCHOOL TOWARD A DEGREE AT QUEENS UNIVERSITY OF CHARLOTTE (QUC)?
Transcript(s) are evaluated individually. Generally, comparable arts and science courses from an accredited college-- with an earned grade of C or better - are eligible for transfer credits. A maximum 60 semester hours of credit can be transferred from a 2 year college.
4. CAN I TAKE NURSING COURSES SOMEWHERE ELSE AND TRANSFER THEM IN TO THE PROGRAM?
Except in rare situations, all nursing courses must be completed at QUC.
5. DO PRE-REQUISITE COURSES HAVE TO BE TAKEN AT QUC?
No, comparable courses from an accredited college and passed with a “C” of better are eligible for transfer credit. However, when the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number than can be admitted, the amount of course work at Queens will take on increased significance.
6. IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE?
Financial aid is available for nursing students that are interested in attending Queens. Please check out the financial aid site: http://www.queens.edu/financial/. The site includes details on how to apply, loan information, scholarships, payment plans, financial aid policies and tuition. A list of scholarships is also available on the Presbyterian School of Nursing's website at http://www.queens.edu/nursing/programs/overview.asp.
7. CAN I TAKE THE NURSING COURSES DURING THE EVENING?
Nursing courses can only be taken during the day. However, general education courses can be taken during the day or evening.
8. WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN NURSING?
There are a variety of areas that graduates can go into upon completion of a nursing program. The Internship and Career Center at Queens provides a helpful resource for students that are unsure of what area of nursing they would like to pursue. To find out more about what you can do with a degree in nursing, please visit the Internship and Career Center's website at http://www.queens.edu/internships/what_can_I_do_with_a_major.asp.
9. HOW CAN I CALCULATE MY CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)?
The GPA is calculated by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total amount of credit hours attempted. Back to College offers an online calculator to help students figure out how to calcuate the GPA.
10. CAN I EARN A NURSING DEGREE ONLINE?
Currently admitted students can take courses online only through the RN to BSN program. RN to BSN students can take nearly all of their nursing courses online.
11. Does Queens offer a LPN program?
Queens does not offer a LPN program. However, LPN's may be given credit for clinicals if accepted the ASN or BSN program. |
