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Your Guide to Relocatingto Central New Yorkfor Nursing School
Thanks for your interest in Utica College!The students in Utica’sAccelerated SecondDegree NursingProgram have onething in common:a desire to pursue anew path in a careerthat makes otherpeople’s lives better.Relocating for nursing school is a powerful step in taking control of youreducation and starting your RN career faster. We hope this guide will makethe decision to relocate a little easier!
Guide ContentsIn this guide, you’ll find information on: Utica’s accelerated nursing siteRelocation guidelinesIn-person features of the programAmenities in the Greater Syracuse AreaStudent-friendly housing opportunitiesPaying for nursing school
Utica’s Accelerated Nursing SiteAddress:290 Elwood Davis RoadSuite 305, Liverpool, NY 13088Distance from: Herkimer: Rochester: Fort Drum: Oneonta: NYC:69 miles82 miles85 miles115 miles255 milesPublic Transportation:Centro Bus Systemhttp://www.centro.org/Regional Transportation Centerhttp://www.centro.org/regional.aspx
Relocation GuidelinesOne of the benefits of Utica’s accelerated nursingprogram is the ability to finish a four-yearbaccalaureate curriculum in 16 months. However,while theory courses are hosted online, theprogram requires a lot of face time to besuccessful.If you live more than 60 to 75 miles away fromour accelerated nursing site, we recommendrelocating to maximize your success in school.Here are 3 reasons why it makes sense to relocate:1.2.3.Success relies on program elements that mustbe completed in personClinical rotations are determined using thesite address as a starting pointCentral New York winters can make acommute longer than other times of the year
In-person features of the program Simulation lab practice: 1 day a week Average session lasts 3 hoursMany students schedule additional time afterclass to improve competency Clinical rotations: 1 day a week Average shift is at least 6 hours longRotations can last 7 to 13 weeksPlacements are scheduled throughout centralNew York including Syracuse, Utica and Rome Proctored exams: 1 day a week Exams must be given in a proctored settingExams can last up 2 to 3 hours depending onmaterial covered
About Syracuse, NY Our accelerated nursing site is located in the Village of Liverpool – asuburb of Syracuse, NY Syracuse is located in Onondaga County in the center of New York Stateand sits at the crossroads of two interstate highways:– East-West (New York State Thruway/I-90)– North-South (I-81) Suburbs like Liverpool and North Syracuse comprise the Greater SyracuseArea With a metro population of 700,000, Syracuse offers multiple cultural andrecreational opportunities, including lakes and trails along the Erie Canal Syracuse has more than 50 state, county and city parks, 40 museums andgalleries, 40 golf courses, several nature centers and attractions For more amenities, go to VisitSyracuse.org
About the Village of Liverpool Our accelerated nursing site is located in the Village of Liverpool located inthe Greater Syracuse area– Village of Liverpool: covers one square mile– Greater Liverpool: 50 square miles Distance to Syracuse: 6 miles 12 minutes Distance to NYC:255 miles 4 hours Proximity to Clinical Rotations:– Varies, but usually within a short driving distance– Clinical rotations are determined using the site address as a starting point Public Transportation:– Centro Bus System:7th North Street and Elwood Davis Rd.– Regional Transportation Center: 2-3 miles 5 minutes– Hancock International Airport: 5 miles 12 minutes
Syracuse and Liverpool LivingAttractions Downtown Syracuse: http://www.downtownsyracuse.com/ Just minutes from Liverpool Onondaga Lake Park: Paved trails for biking, skating and walking;picnic areas, summer tram rides and moreShopping Destiny USA in Syracuse: www.destinyusa.com Liverpool offers unique shops and restaurants Great Northern Mall – 4155 Rt. 31, Clay, NY 130Public Services Liverpool Public Library: http://www.lpl.org/ Liverpool Central School District: http://www.liverpool.k12.ny.us/ Onondaga County Parks: http://www.onondagacountyparks.com/
Student-Friendly Housing in LiverpoolNorstar ApartmentsLocation:Notable:Contact:Phone:4784 Norstar Boulevard, Liverpool, NY 1308816-month lease offered to Utica accelerated nursing studentsDarla Sebelowitz315.457.0250Location:Notable:Phone:925 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 130883-bedroom apartments accommodating 3 students315.457.9556Location:Notable:Phone:7300 Henry Clay Blvd., Liverpool, NY 130883-bedroom townhouses accommodating 3 students315.451.2193Location:Notable:Phone:Morgan Road3-bedroom apartments accommodating 3 students315.622.6567Location:Notable:Phone:7300 Cedar Post Road, Liverpool, NY 13088 (Near Wegman’s on Taft Road)3-bedroom apartments accommodating 3 students315.451.3110The WillowsHampton EstatesGlenview ApartmentsPine Crest Apartments
Fast Facts on Paying for Nursing SchoolKnowing how you’ll pay for school can be an important factorwhen choosing where you’re going to live. Here are five tips tonavigating the financial aid process at Utica College:1.2.3.4.5.File your FAFSA.Review your SAR.Fill out a TAP form.Research payment options.Make payment arrangements.Keep reading to get more information on each step.
5 Steps to Financial Aid1. File your FAFSA (Free Applicationfor Federal Student Aid).The FAFSA determines eligibility forfederal aid, including federal directStafford loans and federal direct PLUS(Parent Loan for UndergraduateDependent Students) loans. Newapplicants should file a FAFSA byFebruary 15th. You can use estimatedincome information to get the processstarted.Complete yours at www.fafsa.ed.gov/ andinclude Utica’s code: 002883.
5 Steps to Financial Aid2. Review your SAR (Student AidReport).Your SAR provides basic informationabout your eligibility for federal studentaid. It also contains the answers you gaveon your FAFSA. The school(s) you listedon the form will use this information todetermine your eligibility for financial aid.For more about your SAR, go -aid-report.
5 Steps to Financial Aid3. Fill out a Tuition AssistanceProgram (TAP) Form.If you live in New York State, you’ll wantto fill out a TAP form. TAP is intended tooffset tuition costs at New York collegesand schools.To be eligible, you must be a New YorkState resident for 12 consecutive monthsbefore your intended start term andattend an eligible school or collegelocated in New York State.For more information and to access theapplication, visit www.tap.hesc.ny.gov.
5 Steps to Financial Aid4. Research payment options.Our accelerated nursing program resultsin a bachelor’s degree. This means you’restill bound to the loan limits of your firstundergraduate degree.If you haven’t reached your aggregatelimit, you may be eligible to use federalStafford loans to cover part of yourbalance. You may also investigatescholarship money or loans from privatelenders or your local credit union.If you have a remaining balance due afteryour loans are considered, you may enrollin Utica’s payment plan ( you can sign upthrough your student account).
5 Steps to Financial Aid5. Make payment arrangements.Accepted students should expect toreceive their financial aid packages withintwo weeks of the Office of StudentFinancial Services receiving a valid FAFSA.Financial aid will disburse to your accountapproximately one month after classesbegin. Once the money has paid, you willreceive a refund of any excess funds.Full payment or payment arrangementsare due four business days before classesbegin. If you choose to enroll in Utica’spayment plan, first payment is due fourbusiness days before classes begin eachterm payments due approximately everyfour weeks.
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New York including Syracuse, Utica and Rome . Notable: 16-month lease offered to Utica accelerated nursing students . Contact: Darla Sebelowitz . Phone: 315.457.0250 . . navigating the financial aid process at Utica College: 1. File your FAFSA. 2. Review your SAR. 3. Fill out a TAP form. 4. Research payment options.
