UMB Spring 2010 Applicants (BSN or CNL)

eml2142 · Nov 03, 2009, 01:48 PM

hurricane bells- ill be commuting to shady grove from the frederick area.

ill probably have to get up early to get down there in time with all the traffic on 270 but hey you gotta do what you gotta do, right?

as for the extension on the wait...whats 3 more days after 2 months really? ( i know, i know, a lot...but thats how i am reasoning it in my head)

Good luck everyone!

wishingonastar85 · Nov 04, 2009, 06:28 AM

Does anyone think that there will be a waitlist? I am sure the people that applied to multiple schools have already had to make decisions. I personally have one school that is way past due. UMD is my first choice, but do you think that there are people in the same situation who have already choosen other schools because of the wait? Especially those applying to the CNL program. I know Towson has already sent out their letters. What do you think will happen to the spots that will be left open because people have choosen other schools.

P.S. Yeah, i know it's just three more days, but good gracious it's killing me!!!!:angryfire

beach it · Nov 04, 2009, 07:16 AM

wishingonastar-

I'm not sure if there is a wait list. But, for instance, I have already put in a deposit to another school that I got into just incase I do not get in to UMB. AND....didn't you say that you spoke to admissions and we will not hear until the MIDDLE of next week....I'm guessing that means more like the 11th? So that is 7 days:/

Try to stay calm, I'm sure everything will work out!

wishingonastar85 · Nov 04, 2009, 07:32 AM

Yes, I spoke to him yesterday and he just said the middle of next week. He was really nice and apologetic about it taking so long. He didn't get a specific day though. I spoke to him after the rude lady in admissions told me I would know by THANKSGIVING! I couldn't take the answer and I asked to speak to someone else. I wouldn't be suprised if the "middle of next week" turns into Friday the 13th. You are right, it's just a few more days, but that means a few more days of tossing and turning about this!! I guess I should start filling out the paperwork for my back up school just in case!!

beach it · Nov 04, 2009, 07:49 AM

wishingonastar-

Filling out the paperwork will atleast keep your mind off of it! I have been trying to meditate and exercise to keep my mind from racing. I have a good feeling that we will hear before the 13th

mother_matters · Nov 04, 2009, 10:47 AM

My #2 school has already registered me for spring classes, requested my clinical preference wishlist, and given me a school e-mail account, wiki access, etc. I'm going to feel genuinely bad if/when I create a last-minute vacancy for them since I'm still holding out hope for UMB. I suppose the other schools are used to this but I can't help but wonder if they resent their nursing colleagues at UMB for having a selection process/timeline that is so different from the rest of the nursing schools in the area. I also wonder if this is a sign of how we will continue be treated if/when we're a student. Given how crazy all of the doctor's offices are right now with the H1N1 hysteria, I'm wondering how tough it is going to be to get our physicals done with so little time to spare. Have we missed the boat when it comes to financial aid/scholarships? Trying to stay positive.....

Grey Lady · Nov 04, 2009, 11:42 AM

Well, I can help with one worry, at least. UMB does not require a physical, just a set of immunizations. You can find and download the form at http://www.umaryland.edu/health/medform.pdf. It says you will need back to back (2 weeks apart) PPD skin tests and they are not kidding. I would imagine that all nursing schools require the same set of immunizations because the requirements are actually set by the hospitals where you will be doing clinicals. You will also need a current CPR card and we only accept American Red Cross or American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer - not the Basic Life Saving.

UMB has a Financial Aid Office 410 706-7347, and check out MHEC - the Maryland Higher Education Commission website for scholarships, grants and loans - it has more than any other site I know of. Shady Grove students can check out shadygrove.umd.edu for scholarships specifically for them.

Hope this helps.

mother_matters · Nov 04, 2009, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by Grey Lady

Well, I can help with one worry, at least. UMB does not require a physical, just a set of immunizations. You can find and download the form at http://www.umaryland.edu/health/medform.pdf. It says you will need back to back (2 weeks apart) PPD skin tests and they are not kidding. I would imagine that all nursing schools require the same set of immunizations because the requirements are actually set by the hospitals where you will be doing clinicals. You will also need a current CPR card and we only accept American Red Cross or American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer - not the Basic Life Saving.

UMB has a Financial Aid Office 410 706-7347, and check out MHEC - the Maryland Higher Education Commission website for scholarships, grants and loans - it has more than any other site I know of. Shady Grove students can check out shadygrove.umd.edu for scholarships specifically for them.

Hope this helps.

Grey Lady Rocks!! As always, you're so very helpful. On the immunization form, I don't see anything about an influenza vaccination (seasonal or H1N1). Do you know if either are required?

Grey Lady · Nov 04, 2009, 12:31 PM

We have been using the same form for ages. You won't need a flu shot until you are ready to go to clinicals - later in your first semester - and even then, not all clinical sites require them. Washington Hospital Center does require the seasonal one, but right now they are the only one. If you get one, keep the documentation you get in case your clinical site needs it. They don't always give us much notice when they decide to add a new requirement.