ADN INFORMATION SESSION
PRESENTED BY
AGASIA LANIER, M.ED.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR NURSING
ADMISSION
PROF. LEGASPI
PROF. TONG : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING PROGRAM
MANUEL GOMEZ
COUNSELOR, STUDENT FINANCING
Session Overview
 Introduction to MSMU
 Nursing Programs at the Mount
 Program Details
 Application Process
 Financial Aid
HISTORY OF MSMU
o Private, Catholic, primarily women’s
university
o Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of
Carondelet in 1925
o The first baccalaureate of science in nursing
program in California was established at
Mount Saint Mary’s University, graduating
its first class in 1952
o Since its inception, Mount Saint Mary’s
University has granted more than 18,000
degrees
Two Campuses One Mission
Two exceptional campuses
 Chalon est. 1925
 Doheny est. 1962
 The Chalon campus sits within the Santa Monica mountains
-Baccalaureate degree programs
 The Doheny campus is located near Downtown Los Angeles;
once the historic Doheny Estate houses.
- Associate degree programs
- Graduate programs
- Teacher’s credential
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Weekend College
ACCREDITATION
Western Association of
Colleges and
Universities.
Approved by the California
Board of Registered
Nursing.
Nursing Programs at the Mount
 FOUR NURSING PROGRAMS
 DOHENY
 Associate
Degree in Nursing – 2 + years
 Classes in evening or afternoons
 clinical on weekends, 12-hr days
 Overall GPA of 2.75 or greater
 Science GPA of 2.5 or greater
Starts in Fall and Spring of each year
Nursing Programs at the Mount
Traditional BSN Day
Program – 3-4 years
Classes and Clinicals
during daytime hours
 32 prerequisite units
 Overall GPA of 3.0 or
greater
 Science GPA of 2.7
 RN-BSN option
 Starts Fall of each year
Chalon Campus
Nursing Programs at the Mount
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Accelerated BSN Program
– 12 months
Must have a Bachelors
Degree
 46 units of pre-requisite
courses
 Overall GPA of 3.0 or
greater
 Starts Summer and Fall of
each year
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Doheny Campus
Nursing Programs at the Mount
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RN to BSN Completion
Program– 12 months
21 units of Nursing
Curriculum
 3-18 GE units depending
on admittance to Direct or
Pre-Nursing option
 Overall GPA of 2.8 or
greater
 Starts Spring and Fall of
each year
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Doheny Campus
Program Details
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN
NURSING
A.D.N. Program
PRESENTED BY:
PROF. TONG
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING
PROGRAM
Evening and Weekend Program
 Adults who want to pursue a career in
nursing
 Classes - Monday to Thursdays evenings
 Hospital experiences are on weekends,
usually Sat/Sun, but may include Fridays
Two options available
 Pre-Nursing Option (2.5 - 3 years)
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Take GE courses in first semester(s)
Start nursing courses after completing GE
courses
 Direct-to-Nursing Option (2-2 1/2
years)
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Transfer all GE courses, start nursing
program
Evening/Weekend Program:
 FULL-TIME:
 Rigorous
 Intense
 Prior to admission must plan for
 Time management
 Consistent support system
 Course load: an average of 13
units/semester;
 A minimum of 6 units to qualify for
financial aid.
ADN Curriculum Plan
 Total program: ten, 8-week
sessions
 A total of 83 units required
(includes 40 units of required pre-requisites)
 As outlined in the college catalog
What is the schedule like?
 Two 8-week sessions/semester
 8-week summer session
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Fall semester -late August to December
Spring semester -January to May
Summer session- mid-May to mid-July.
Class Schedule of Hours
 Classes:
 Evenings -> Mon – Thurs, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
 Afternoon -> Mon – Thurs, 12:30-4:30p.m.
 On campus 1-2 times per week minimum.
 Clinical experiences:
 Saturdays/Sundays-usually 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
 Occasionally on Fridays, depending on course.
Medication Math Calculation Exam
 100% required EVERY nursing course with a
clinical
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2 chances allowed
If failed, the course must be dropped.
This will delay the completion date of the
program.
LVN Mobility Option
Degree Option:
 Must complete ALL GE requirements
 Must possess an active LVN license.
 Must meet all other AD.N. requirements to
receive 10 units of nursing credits for Med.Surg Nursing PRIOR to starting the
program.
30 Unit Option - LVNs
Non-Degree Option:
 Allows NCLEX-RN exam after completing
26 units of required courses.
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May not be endorsed by other states
May limit opportunities for career advancement
Does not receive a degree from MSMU
Clinical Requirements
Nursing = an educational program which
 Includes a clinical component, i.e., “hands on”
direct client care
 Cultural competency is required
 Command of the English language verbally
and in writting
 An appreciation for the common good of all as
reflective of a practice founded on social
justice.
Clinical Site Assignment
 Carpooling is strongly encouraged
 A reliable car is a must to get to the hospital.
 Proximity from home to clinical site, although
considered, is not a priority in assignments.
 The responsibilities simulate employment:
attendance, punctuality, professionalism etc.
 No make-up for absenteeism, which may result
in withdrawing from course and may alter
graduation date.
Which hospitals participate in
clinical experiences?
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California Hospital Medical Center
Good Samaritan Hospital
St. Vincent’s Medical Center
LAC-USC Medical Center
Kaiser Hospitals (Sunset, Downey, Chinatown)
Huntington Memorial Hospital
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles Hospital
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
St. Francis Hospital
White Memorial Medical Center
Glendale Memorial Medical Center
RANDOM DRUG TESTING
Clinical facilities may require random drug
testing of students
 Failure to comply or a positive will result in
exclusion from clinical
 Exclusion from clinical results in failure or
withdrawal from the program
Health Clearance
 Students are responsible to insure their records
are current & annually updated:
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Physical exam, lab work (annually)
TB testing—2-step (annually)
Malpractice Insurance (annually) www.nso.com
Titers & immunizations: Hepatitis B, Varicella & MMR
CPR (American Heart Association)
Fire Card (First month of the program)
BACKGROUND CHECK
 Mandatory prior to clinical placement
 1st semester: process will be coordinated by the
program
 Any concerns must be addressed BEFORE
beginning the program.
Denial Of Licensure
per BRN Policy
 For crimes/acts which are related nursing
qualifications, functions, or duties:
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sex crimes
drug crimes
crimes of violence
 Examples: child abuse, sex offender,
assault/battery, DUI, dangerous drugs or devices
Program Success
 Requires:
 no employment or
maximum 20 hours or less/week
 Structural/defined time management
skills
 Personal competence: honesty,
integrity, self-directedness, team spirit,
 Proficient study skills
Successful Completion Earns:
 Associate Degree in Nursing
 Eligible to take the NCLEX-RN Exam
 A stepping stone to other nursing
opportunities for professional development,
such as Bachelors of Science in Nursing,
MSN, DNP, PhD
Questions regarding the
program?
Admission
Requirements
&
Application Process
Facts
Regarding
Admission
The Office of Admission
receives over 200
applications for the
Associate Degree in
Nursing program;
therefore your
applications and all
supporting documents
must be complete and
submitted on or before
the deadline. No
exceptions will be
made.
Common issues that
disqualify candidates:
 Missing or late transcripts
 Not submitting up-to-date transcripts
 Missing or late letters of reference
 Reactivation forms without Self
Reporting Checklist and Updated
Personal Statement
GE Requirements
(as noted in the catalog)
 Chemistry w/lab *
 Human Anatomy w/lab *
 Human Physiology w/lab *
 Microbiology w/lab *
 Oral Communication (Public Speaking or
Speech)
 Written Communication (2 semesters of
Freshman Composition)
 General Psychology
* 5 year recency requirement on courses, prior to entry of program.
GE Requirements
(as noted in catalog)
 Lifespan Developmental Psychology
 Philosophy- Critical Thinking, Logic, or Critical
Reasoning
 Introductory Sociology
 General Studies Elective (GSIII)
(History or Art/Music Appreciation or Political Science or
Literature)
**Please note that all of the required GE requirements must be
completed before being considered as a Direct-to-Nursing
candidate. **
Required GE Requirements for Admission
(Effective Fall 2013)
 Written Communication
(Freshman Composition or Rhetoric)
 General Psychology
 General Studies Elective
(ex. Art, Music, Literature, or US History)
Religious Studies Requirement
RST 41-Biomedical Issues & Christian
Ethics
 Religion or ethics courses offered
through
Philosophy
 History or
 Literature departments
will not meet the requirement
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This is the only course that can be taken
concurrently with the program and will happen
no later than the first academic year in the
nursing program.
APPLICATION PROCESS
 Application Fee:
 $50-online
application
 Complete application
 Personal statement
 Two references (academic and professional)
 Official college transcripts (from every
college attended)
 2.75 minimum overall GPA
 2.5 minimum science GPA
On-line Application
 www.msmu.edu
 Click
on Admissions
 Click on Nursing Transfer Students
 Click Apply On-line
 Select the program specific application
 Reference forms can be printed from the
application menu and mailed in to us.
 We only accept online applications, however a
PDF of the application is available.
Check your application status
 MSMU Web Portal
 A few days after you submit your application, you will
get an email MSMU Web Portal
 The MSMU Web Portal will display announcements,
documents status, application status, and required
documents for the program if admitted.
Please note: we receive a lot of documents 2 weeks before and after the
deadline, so it takes longer during that time for items to be reflected in
WebAdvisor.
Test of Essential Academic Skill (TEAS)
 TEAS
Admission Exam
 Math
 English
 Sciences
 Critical Thinking
Test of Essential Academic Skill (TEAS)
 Required for all direct to program candidates ONLY
 Offered on campus to qualified candidates after the
application deadline
 Version V ONLY
 Visit www.atitesting.com for more information and
to request study materials
Transcripts
 We will need official transcripts from all the
colleges that you have attended, including:
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Any Community College attended
Any University/ 4-year college attended
Foreign transcripts from study-abroad program
Official Transcripts from all foreign study
Transcripts from Graduate or Professional degree
Transcripts from vocational program
i.e. LVN,C.N.A, Phlebotomy, E.M.T
Transcripts for all courses completed by the deadline
FOREIGN STUDENTS
If you attended college outside the United States,
we will need the following items:
 Official, sealed, international transcripts
 An official, detailed international evaluation of
your foreign coursework
The evaluation company that we recommend is Academic
Credentials Evaluation Institute. They can be reached
at www.acei1.com or (310) 275-3530.
Articulation Agreements
WWW.MSMU.EDU
-CLICK ON ADMISSIONS
-CLICK ON NURSING TRANSFER
STUDENTS
-CLICK ON ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
-CLICK ON SCHOOL OF CHOICE
**Due to the high volume of applicants, the Office of Admission is unable to provide
prospective nursing candidates with course equivalencies for classes taken at 4 year
colleges and universities. Please visit the attached link, /campus-resources/collegecatalogs.asp, to view the Mount St. Mary’s College catalog and compare your
equivalent courses.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
 Fall – April 1st
 Spring – September 1st
Financing Your
Education
PRESENTED BY:
MANUEL GOMEZ
COUNSELOR, STUDENT FINANCING
2015-2016 Tuition & Fees
Tuition (12 units semester
example)
$9984.00
Per Unit
$832.00
College Service Fee
$260.00
Nursing Fee
$345.00
Health Insurance (above 9 Units)
$682.52 Fall 2015
$1175.25 Spring/Summer 2016
$517.27 Summer 2016- New Students Only
**College fees are subject to change at any time**
What is Financial Aid?
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID:
1) Direct Federal Stafford Loans
Subsidized/Unsubsidized
2) Pell Grants (Need based)
3) California Grants (Need Based)
Note: Federal Financial Aid is not guaranteed. Please
submit FAFSA application for determination.
What is Alternative Financing?
ALTERNATIVE FINANCING:
1) Alternative Loans (credit based)
2) Cash Net Payment Plan
3) Scholarships
Applying for Federal Financial Aid:
Go to www.FAFSA.ED.GOV
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Create an FSA ID
Complete the 2015-2016 Application.
MSMU School Code – 001243
Note: Electronic process time takes between 3-5
business days.
Grant Information:
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Pell Grants
Based on “Federal
Need” as determined by
the Department of
Education.
Amount received is
based on enrollment
status per semester.
Maximum amount is
$5,775 per academic
year.
Note: Student’s that have
obtained an undergraduate
degree are ineligible.
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California Grants
Based on “Federal Need”
and GPA as determined by
California Aid Commission.
GPA Verification Form is
due March 2nd of every
academic year.
GPA Verification form can be
downloaded at:
http://www.csac.ca.gov
You may qualify for up to
$9,084 per academic year.
Amount is determined by
enrollment status, per
semester, and type of CalGrant received.
Direct Federal Stafford Loan Information:
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Guaranteed & Deferrable
Must meet Federal Requirements (Please
visit www.fafsa.ed.gov for details).
Previous Stafford Loans, if applicable, must
be in current status. The undergraduate
aggregate limit is $57,500.
This loan is deferrable upon graduation,
with a 6-month grace period.
4.29% interest rate.
(cont.) Direct Federal Stafford Loans
Dependent:
Subsidized- (up to) $4,500
Unsubsidized- (up to) $2,000
Parent Plus Loan - $4,000
(minimum request), upon
credit approval. 6.84% interest
rate.
Independent:
Subsidized- (up to) $4,500
Unsubsidized-(up to) $6,000
Applying for Alternative Financing:
1)
Alternative Loans
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You may apply on-line by going to: www.msmu.edu
(Located under “Student Financing”)
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You may apply with a Co-Borrower, if needed.
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Credit based loan, not guaranteed.
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Interest rate is based upon credit approval.
(cont.) Alternative Financing
2)
Cash Net Monthly Payment Plan
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Open account by visiting, www.cashnet.com
Requires a $20.00 deposit per academic semester
Payment starts the first month upon enrollment.
0% interest.
For further details visit the Cash Net website or contact our
business office at 213- 477-2540.
(cont.) Alternative Financing
3) External Scholarships
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Not guaranteed
You must apply and meet scholarship requirements.
Visit secure scholarship resource sites, such as:
www.oshpd.ca.gov
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.minoritynurse.com
www.discovernursing.com
Any Questions?
The Office of Student Financing
10 Chester Place
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Student Services
Building 745, 2nd Floor
Tel (213) 477-2562
[email protected]
Office Hours:
Mon-Thurs.
9:00am – 6:00pm
Friday
8:00am – 4:00pm
Any Questions???
Contact the
Office of Admissions
Phone:(213) 477-2561
Fax: (213) 477-2569
[email protected]
Please Remember…
• The Nursing Departments govern admission practices and
policies. The Office of Admission processes files and must
adhere to the rules set forth by the departments.
• Your evaluation begins the moment you inquire. Please be
mindful of your attitude towards all staff and faculty. We
make note of your interactions, both positive and negative,
and they can affect your admission.
• A wise woman once said, “Lack of preparation on your part
does not constitute an emergency on my part.”