UBC Nursing - Sep. 2012

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Hello Everyone!

I am considering applying to UBC Nursing for the September 2012 intake... but I'm not quite sure if I'm eligible to apply...

My primary concern is my post-secondary credits... everyone seems to have already completed a Bachelor's before applying? As of now, I have 40+ credits... by the end of June 2010 I'll have 50+ credits (which is the deadline for all transcripts), but they're a combination of first-year science, calculus and language courses with only a couple of second year o-chem... would that be ok?

I am currently a Langara student, but I have studied at SFU before until my relocation.

I've also read on the website that the average age of applicants were 21-47 (please don't quote me on this, I can't remember the exact range)... and I'm now 18 (will soon turn 19 though), but I have the requirements it's just that I'm unsure if it's alright that my 50+ credits are mostly first-year...

My GPA now is 3.3 and hoping to boost it up after this semester...

I volunteer regularly at a senior home and am a certified lifeguard and swimming instructor, worked part-time at Timmys until relocation and now have a part-time job at a local grocery store... I just hope age isn't that big of a deal because I know what I want and I'm working for it...

Should I apply at all...

(Very Worried. HELP Please!!!)

Any advice will be greatly appreciated!!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

Are there any others who are scheduled on the first day like me??

I am, and I think at least one other person has posted that they're scheduled for Monday.

I am, and I think at least one other person has posted that they're scheduled for Monday.

What time is your interview?

I'm scheduled for Monday, April 16th at 2pm.

For all those still waiting, wishing you peaceful thoughts and the best of luck!

What time is your interview?

9:20 am.

Why do you think that having your interview on the first day will put you at a disadvantage?

9:20 am.

Why do you think that having your interview on the first day will put you at a disadvantage?

Ahh! Sounds like I will be seeing you there!!

I'm not too certain whether or not it will put me at a disadvantage, but

I do think being interviewed on the first day can't be too good cuz I don't get to hear people's feedbacks or whatnot. honestly i really don't know

To those still waiting - in the interview letter, we were advised to RSVP to the invite. I was asked to respond by April 3rd. They would probably want to know so that if someone doesn't show up, they can offer the spot to someone else. Given this, there will definitely be some who forget to respond or who can't make it, and I'm sure that last minute interview offers will continue up until the end of the first week of April. I don't believe it's over yet. Keep us posted, and I am still crossing my toes for you guys.

katniss - we will be bound by a confidentiality agreement, so no one will be at an advantage.

Thank you for everyone's updates and positive thought; it's much appreciated. Hopefully I get good news and see you in the fall. Either way, best of luck. I'll keep everyone updated and if I apply again next year I will message for info! :)

@ VanessaDarlene is UBC the only nursing school you applied to? What about schools in other cities, is that a possibility for you?

Just wanted to pop in and offer my congratulations to those who have been offered an interview! It's not easy to get one so you've already passed the first hurdle! I had my hunch last year that it was done alphabetically as well (offers getting sent out) and I think that, for the most part, it is. Unless people drop out and you are next in line, then you will be contacted after the initial phase.

For those who haven't, you can receive an interview offer right up until interviews begin. People drop out for no reason at all. There is a girl in my class who was called the night before and asked to come in for an interview.

Once you have gotten to the interview stage, your grades + supplemental score don't matter anymore (unless your interview score is tied within someone else's, which apparently doesn't happen that often). Everyone starts off on a clean slate.

I'll try to check back more frequently. Let me know if you have any questions.

@ VanessaDarlene is UBC the only nursing school you applied to? What about schools in other cities, is that a possibility for you?

Hey Lolo55, unfortunately I didn't. I did my schooling in the states and UBC had no problem accepting my A&P classes and credits. The smaller schools are a lot more specific, and I just didn't know enough about them. I will definitely take the time to look into other programs and apply for the next intake. If you know of any good programs let me know! Thanks :)

Congrats to everybody so far! I got my invitation today and couldn't be more relieved- hopefully they keep handing them out throughout the week. It's not showing up on my SSC message centre so double check your e-mail contacts if you have any doubts.

Can't wait for the 18th!

Hello. I have an interview on 17th :) i'm just wondering if you know how many people who got an interview will not be accepted? :( so scared

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