Online Questions and Answers Part I
Online Questions and Answers Part I
NSC Staff Writer
Online schools in general are becoming very popular amongst students and online nursing schools are no exception. Often students considering enrolling at an online nursing school have questions that aren't always easily found or answered amongst the many nursing resources on the Internet. In this article we'll formulated some of the most often asked questions about online nursing schools and compiled them here for you to read over. Our hopes are after reading this article you'll have many of the blanks filled in about online nursing schools.

Often Asked Questions About Online Nursing Schools


Can I complete my entire online nursing school education online or will I have to attend in person?

Generally most online nursing schools will allow you to complete your entire classroom or otherwise referred to as non-clinical work online. Your on-hand portion also referred to as clinical portion of your schooling will often be arranged at a local health care facility.

Can I complete my online nursing school at my own pace?

Online nursing schools allow you to complete your classes at your own pace, however there will be deadlines to meet to allow for grading etc. Most nursing classes are structured so you can take them at your own pace however all assignments and testing must be completed during the course of a semester which is usually anywhere between five to eight weeks depending upon the school you are attending.

What kind of support will I get from the online school?

Most online nursing schools will assign you a Counselor or Academic Advisor to work closely with you in choosing classes and to provide support. This person will help you plan your course schedule as well as providing assistance to answer questions about the degree program or institution itself.

Do I ever need to attend the campus?

This varies from school to school. Some online schools prefer you attend a few days at the campus as almost a kick off to your education. Some schools may require you to take an exam near the end of your online course at the actual campus itself. Other online nursing schools may never require you to attend in person; this is especially the case with online nursing schools located in another state or region.

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