Hi everyone!! 😊
I recently got accepted into both CSUSM’s Accelerated BSN program and Palomar College’s ADN program for Spring 2027! 🎉
I’m super excited and grateful to have both opportunities, but I’m leaning toward CSUSM’s ABSN program!
I would love to hear from anyone who has attended either program, especially CSUSM’s accelerated program!
I have a few questions:
What should I expect? How intense is the accelerated program? What does a typical weekly schedule look like with lectures, clinicals, exams, and studying?
What should I buy before starting? Are there any must-have supplies, textbooks, shoes, scrubs, study resources, or other things you recommend? Anything you regret spending money on?
Financial assistance: My husband is active-duty military, and I’m a military spouse. Does anyone know of scholarships, grants, military spouse education benefits, or financial aid opportunities that could help cover tuition and other expenses? Any specific organizations or offices I should reach out to?
Working while in school: Is it realistic to work part-time while completing the ABSN program, or would you recommend focusing entirely on school?
CSUSM vs. Palomar: If you attended either program or had to choose between the two, what influenced your decision? Do you feel the additional cost of the ABSN program is worth it?
I already have a bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from UCSD, so this would be my second bachelor’s degree if I attend CSUSM.
I’m trying to prepare as much as possible financially, academically, and mentally before Spring 2027!
Any advice, recommendations, resources, or personal experiences would be SO appreciated!! Thank you so much! 🥹🩷