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Greetings fellow future nurses! I just mailed my application packets for Mt. Hood CC, Clackamas CC, and Portland CC today and excited to be done with them. I have my proctored essay for OHSU this Wednesday and am a little worried because I have NO idea what is going to be asked. I haven't been able to get any feedback on what is on any of the essays. I am also applying to Chemeketa but am probable wasting my time as I am missing 2 of the pre-recs required there that aren't required at the OCNE schools. Well, the worst they can say is no, right?

Anyway, the Oregon Nursing Programs sections has been a little dead lately so I was hoping to spark some dialogue. This is my first year applying and I'm already getting a little stressed. I kind of have a lot riding on getting in somewhere next fall. My fiance and I are kind of planning on it. I'm hoping that doesn't backfire! How's it going with everyone?

Wow, already pumped up & not even applying until the next go-round, lol. I'm hoping to get into the program through CCC as well! I see that many have already received a response confirming points- if no one minds my asking, how many points did it take to get an interview?

Specializes in Pediatrics, Med-Surg.

Lilpoka,

There are 5 short essay questions. You have an hour to HANDWRITE your responses on the actual handouts with the questions. (No lines! which makes my messy handwriting messier!). I can't post the questions because I think it might affect my application. These days you have to expect your employer/interviewer to at least Google your name, if not a down right search in FB or other social networking sites. Of course this is not standard procedure, or even suggested by the employer/interviewer but you really have to think about what is OK or not OK to post, especially being in a such a public position as a nurse. Also, we all know they WILL do official background checks so it's only in your best interest to at least know what someone else will see online that is associated with your name. I think there was a recent post by someone on this forum who was in HR and will probably confirm that it's best to completely avoid any risky online behavior/postings, because it IS part of your overall image. Anyways... too much on that already!

I don't know my first choice. MHCC has 64 spots, but 32 start in the fall quarter, and 32 start in the winter quarter, random selection. BUT they say you will know which quarter you start in your acceptance letter (May 4th). I just may be able to use an extra couple of months to prepare for school. I could read ahead in many of the classes (they are considering going to ebooks for publisher discounts). I'll compare the formats in other programs too (if I actually get any offers!). I did apply to Clark (since I live in Vanc.) but I think I'll prefer an OCNE school because I'm definitely interested in my BSN.

Hi Keeks24,

I had 58 w/ MHCC, 58 w/ PCC, and 61 w/ CCC and a 4.0 GPA. Hope that helps. Good luck!

And thanks SushiOConnor- I have read many, if not all, of the posts from last year and I was even questioning if I should ask about he essay part. I totally respect the position of each and every one of us that is going through this process. I would never want to jeopardize anyones position. But thank you for the little tid bit. I can breathe a little better. PCC is going to be another story, lol. I know they have a longer essay. I think like 500 word, 2 page, double space- or something along those lines.

Anyway, I hope I do well tomorrow! I can't wait for CCC to respond. I am at the "stalking the mailman" point! Best of luck to you too next week.

Specializes in Pediatrics, Med-Surg.

one thing i can say is that there are online resources that will prepare you very well for any nursing essay/interview. i found the uofwashington online info session an excellent resource.

bsn info session

and here is a link to a list of questions that cover pretty much everything!

[color=#1155cc]http://www.nursingschoolinterviewquestions.com/nursing-school-interview-questions

answer all these and i think anyone would do very will in any interview/essay scenario.

good luck everyone!

Awesome resources, Sushi! Thanks for sharing.

I agree. Great link on interview questions!

Well, today is my day for Mt. Hood...breathe...! And remember that I have worked so hard for this...I can do it!

Specializes in Pediatrics, Med-Surg.

Lilpoka,

Yes, good luck! You have worked very hard and chances are you will either get in or at least be an alternate (64 spots + 40 alternates = 104 out of 150 interviewed so... two out of three chances you'll get something!)

Hi all! I finally find a post for the 2012 nursing program applicants! I applied to PCC, MHCC, CCC, and Clark this year. So far, I've received my denial letter from MHCC (I was pretty shocked to tell you the truth!), an invitation letter to PCC's proctored interview on April 25, and points calculation from CCC (I believe I got 58.64?). For anyone who wants to compare, I have a 3.91 GPA (one B in PSY237), have been working as a CNA2 since 2008, and am bilingual. I did all of my pre-reqs at MHCC and I thought it was my best chance of getting into a nursing program, which is why I was surprised at being denied an interview. My point calculation for CCC is a bit on the low side.. I didn't think they would require a proficiency exam if I was fluent in another language! I thought they would accept a high school transcript with 2 years of a foreign language like PCC, but no such luck! CCC is my number one choice so far, then Clark, and PCC.

Has anyone here attended a PCC proctored essay? The information page says that the questions will address general factors such as personal values, diversity, communication and critical thinking skills, motivationsal fitness, tolerance for stress and transferable skills. Their wording threw me off a bit though. They said "essay questions" and I am curious to know if there are multiple ones that we will be answering or if there will be just one that we will address in essay format. Please don't post specific questions, even if you know! Like a previous poster said, I don't want this to affect my application.

Thank you in advance. :) I'm sure I will be seeing some of you on Wednesday.

I didn't think they would require a proficiency exam if I was fluent in another language! I thought they would accept a high school transcript with 2 years of a foreign language like PCC, but no such luck!

So Clackamas did not accept your two years of high school foreign language??

Sartorius1, when I got my points letter, I called and they told me the two years of high school language apply only to the BSN degree through OHSU. For the nursing program application itself, they only accept college-level language courses or a language proficiency examination. I would have taken the exam but it was too late at that point!

Oh my gosh. That is annoying! I took American Sign Language in high school..I wonder what the exam for that is?! Haha.

Ugh!!! Mail just came and STILL nothing from Clackamas! Why do they torture us so!

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