Deciding between BSN program on probation vs. new program with no graduates/NCLEX history

I feel that your daughter is in a bit of a predicament, unfortunately.

As a parent I would be nervous about safety at Temple.

I am also from Long Island, and I don’t think Hempstead is a great place to be for undergrad. I also wonder if students still go home on the weekends, commute etc. It’s fine for grad school- I know they have a PA program, a medical school etc.

I think it’s best to do direct entry, but in this particular case I may think about visiting Hofstra before committing to it. If your D doesn’t like it I would probably choose a non-direct admit (which I know is not the ideal situation). She could do the CC route but then she would be giving up a traditional experience. Also, these programs are not easy to gain acceptance to- the CC program in my county actually has a wait list and is competitive.

If she does not get into a non-direct admit nursing program, she could do an accelerated BSN. This adds to the cost, but it’s an option.

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