Excelsior graduates must pass a grueling three-day hands-on examination to prove their competency to practice at the entry-RN level. Many fail. Only those with current patient care experience can be accepted, and only those who are self-motivated and disciplined can complete this course of study. I urge you to reconsider your refusal to allow graduates of this program to practice. For many, including myself, it was the only realistic route to RN licensure.