Things to Know about University of Phoenix Online Nursing Programs
December 23, 2008 by Rn2b
Filed under Becoming a Nurse, Finding Your Nursing Job, Nurse Programs
Things to Know about University of Phoenix Online Nursing Programs
If you are considering taking any of University of Phoenix Online Nursing Programs, here are some things you have to be informed about:
• There is a choice to go for one hundred percent online classes where lectures and assignments are all downloaded in the computer or opt for a combination of online and campus-based degrees.
• A one-time application fee is required (about $110) and students are charged by the credit hour. Current prices are $460 for undergraduate, $570 for graduate, and $645 for doctoral credit hours.
• The average tuition fee is less than $30,759 for an undergrad degree.
• Extra charges are collected for late payments, and graduation audit fees.
• There are low-cost financial aids offered to those who have budget restraints. About 50 percent of students receive some grant or aid.
• There are options to break down payments per course instead of per semester to make the program more affordable for many students.
• A degree can be fast-tracked and be completed in two years time depending on the pacing of the student, but it can take up to five years.
• Credits can be transferred into the program to reduce the course time. Credits are earned through the College Level Examination Program or CLEP.
• Faculty members have a minimum of master’s degree and are successful professionals. There are CEOs, business owners, executives, and lots of experts in different fields or disciplines.
• To complete the degree, you will need to transfer to a traditional school for the clinic requirements that should really take place in actual medical settings.
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